Involved in a car accident, slip and fall, or even a dog bite, you generally have the legal right to recover compensation when you are injured as a result of someone else’s careless actions. This compensation can come by settling a claim outside of court, or through a formal court-based lawsuit. If you find yourself in a situation where you may need to make a personal injury claim, one of the most important decisions you will need to make is whether to hire an Attorney.
Sometimes, the skills of an experienced personal injury Attorney – or at least the threat to an insurance company that such an Attorney may present – are worth the attorney’s fees to have an Attorney to represent you. Additionally, you may need an Attorney because of complex legal rules involved in your particular claim, or because the severity of your injuries might cause your compensation to vary greatly from the norm, or simply because an insurance company refuses to settle a matter in good faith.
The following types of injuries and accidents almost certainly require an Attorney’s help.
Long-Term or Permanently Disabling Injuries
Some accidents result in injuries that significantly affect your physical capabilities or appearance for a long time or permanently. Figuring out how much such a serious injury is worth can be a difficult. An experienced Attorney will help you get the most out of your claim.
Severe Injuries
The following are some factors that affect the amount of your accident compensation:
- how severe your injuries are – measured by the amount of medical bills;
- the type of injuries you have;
- and the length of time it takes for you to recover.
As the amount of your potential compensation increases, the range within which that compensation may fall becomes wider. In such cases, it is worth the expense to have an experienced Attorney handle your claim and make sure you receive compensation at the highest end of the range.
When an Insurance Company Refuses to Pay
In some instances, regardless of the nature of your injury or the amount of your medical bills and lost income, you will want to hire an Attorney because an insurance company simply refuses to make any fair settlement offer. In these cases, an Attorney will be aggressive and demand just compensation for your injuries.
Attorneys’ fees for personal injury cases are based on a contingency fee; meaning, you will not pay Attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. If you have been injured, contact JV LAW GROUP for a free consultation.
