If you’re hiring a personal injury lawyer, it’s likely your first time doing so. Finding and meeting with a personal injury lawyer can be daunting, especially if you don’t know what questions to ask. Here’s what you can expect at your first in-person meeting with a personal injury lawyer:
Your consultation will likely be free of charge. You should always triple check, but most personal injury attorneys offer a consultation free of charge.
You will be asked many questions about your case. The attorney will want you to describe the accident that took place, so it may be helpful to write down everything you remember about the case prior to your consultation. Your attorney might also want to know your current state of health, details from your doctor, details of your insurance coverage, and how your injuries are affecting your daily life.
You should bring all documentation. To make the most out of your initial consultation, arrive at your meeting with all documentation and paperwork necessary for your lawyer to get an accurate picture of your care. Bring medical information and bills, accident reports, photos, proof of lost work wages, insurance information, and anything else that might help your lawyer make your case.
You should bring a list of questions you’d like answered by your lawyer before you start the case. An in-person meeting with your lawyer is the perfect time to get all of your questions answered. Make a list of questions to ask so you don’t blank when it comes time for you to get information.
You’ll need to sign a few forms. You will likely need to sign a fee agreement and/or another agreement formally establishing the lawyer as your attorney. You may also need to sign other documents, like medical release forms that will allow your attorney to access your treatment records.
By the end of your consultation, you should have a good idea of what your lawyer will be providing for you, and what you need to provide in return. You should know exactly what the fee structure will be like, and you should know what the next few steps are.
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