How
do I know if I have a case?
The only way you can be sure that you have a case is to run all the
facts by a trained Phoenix area injury or malpractice lawyer who knows
the law and is aware of your rights. He or she will sit down with you
free of charge to help you determine if you have a case. Once it is
decided that you are able to legally proceed, an Phoenix personal injury
attorney will be assigned to your case to help you make the strongest
argument in your favor.
How
do I choose the lawyer that is right for me?
Support groups, advocacy organizations, medical, and rehabilitation
professionals can often recommend experienced accident or injury attorneys
in the Phoenix, Arizona area. Community resources and referrals can
help you find the perfect injury attorney. First and foremost, look
for an injury or malpractice attorney who has experience litigating
cases with your particular injury. Click Here for more tips on choosing
the right attorney.
What
happens if I choose the wrong lawyer?
Injury cases settle with an eye toward providing the needed care after
attorney's fees. If you are successful, the client lives as normal and
full a life as the injury allows. If not, the client does without for
the rest of their lives, the liability wouldn't support a large enough
settlement to meet the needs.
The key requirements
for the successful injury or malpractice attorney are understanding
of what is needed and what is being presented, the ability to know what
experts and what testimony is needed to explain all the facets of the
injury, and the ability to work with the client to put this all together
in a way that is complete and that anyone will understand.
Why
is it important to choose a “comprehensive law firm”?
Many Phoenix personal injury law firms focus primarily on the bottom
line – how much money they can get their clients. Phoenix injury
and malpractice lawyers featured in this website are all “comprehensive”
injury lawyers - they know there’s more to an injury case than
just money. They treat their clients as people who need guidance and
support, and they go out of their way to provide help in every area
of your life affected by the unexpected injury.
What
is different about attorneys who have experience with serious injury
cases?
Attorneys who have experience litigating serious injury cases are far
better prepared to deal with all the aspects of your case then attorneys
who have handled few. If you choose an experienced injury or malpractice
attorney, chances are you will get better results.
What
is the statute of limitations in my case?
The statute of limitations is the specified time period that the law
permits a claim to be filed against a responsible party. The statute
of limitations varies for cases involving children and adults, and also
differs from state to state. It is important that when a serious and
catastrophic injury occurs, an attorney and trained investigators are
retained as quickly as possible after the accident or injury so that
any potential third parties, other than the employer, can be identified
and any evidence be preserved.
How
much will getting a lawyer cost me?
First of all, it won't cost you anything to inquire with Phoenix area
personal injury attorneys. Your initial consultation is usually free
of charge. Once you decide to hire an attorney to represent you, most
firms work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they won’t ask
for payment until a recovery is made.
How
do I pay for legal assistance?
Personal injury attorneys are usually paid by contingency fee - this
is a percentage of the amount that is successfully recovered for the
client. If there is no recovery, the attorney does not get paid. Typically,
the client is responsible for costs associated with litigation. Attorneys
may also request to be paid by the hour.
