How to Choose an Injury Lawyer

Choosing the right attorney can mean the difference between a fair settlement and being undervalued by insurance companies.

Questions to Ask

• How many cases like mine have you handled? Experience in your specific type of case matters.
• Do you personally handle cases or hand them off? Many "high volume" firms assign your case to inexperienced associates.
• Have you tried cases in front of a jury? Insurance companies pay more when they know the attorney will actually go to trial.
• What is your fee structure? Most injury lawyers work on contingency (no fee unless you win).

Red Flags

• Guaranteeing a specific outcome
• Pressure to sign immediately
• Refusal to explain the fee agreement
• No local court experience