If you have sustained an injury from an accident that was caused by the careless actions of someone else, you may need advice on how to proceed. You probably have a lot of questions regarding medical bills, dealing with insurance companies, or about lost income from missed days at work. Hiring a lawyer from the very beginning of the process is the best plan of action and will ensure that you have an experienced professional who can get the results you are looking for.
Why Get a Personal Injury Lawyer?
You are not required by law to hire a lawyer to handle your affairs. If you wish to represent yourself in court, it is an option, but truthfully, there is a good chance the results will be much different. A personal injury lawyer works with cases like yours on a regular basis and is familiar with the process.
Benefits of Hiring a Lawyer
When you think about why to get a personal injury lawyer, consider it a way to make the teams even in a match with an opponent. The insurance companies you are fighting against have hired their own lawyers and experts to find every possible reason to avoid paying you a settlement. Their job is to beat you. And they’re good at it.
However, if you have a personal injury lawyer, you also have a professional on your team who knows how to play the game well—and win. They know what tactics your opponent uses and how to respond appropriately, and they have earned the respect of those in the courtroom. Your chances of obtaining a fair settlement increase tremendously with a personal injury lawyer.
Another important benefit is that personal injury lawyers have a team of support staff who will also help with your case. They can recreate the accident and gather information that provides your lawyer with the details needed to win in court.
What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do?
In addition to listening to you and advising you on how to proceed, a personal injury lawyer can help:
- Calculate and keep records of losses
- Make sure all forms and paperwork are completed and filed correctly
- Gather evidence
- Interview witnesses
- Handle negotiations
Ahlander Injury Law
If you feel you may need a personal injury lawyer, contact Ahlander Injury Law today for a free case consultation, or to learn more about our areas of practice.