What to Look for in a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you have suffered a personal injury in the Atlanta area, you will probably need to find a qualified Georgia personal injury attorney.

2011-05-26

ATLANTA, GA, May 26, 2011 (Press-News.org) If you have suffered a personal injury in the Atlanta area, you will probably need to find a qualified Georgia personal injury attorney. You may be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries, but it can be difficult to collect the compensation you deserve. If the other party denied fault or the insurance only offered you a portion of the money to which you are entitled, an experienced lawyer can help you protect your rights.

Beginning Your Search

As you are searching for an Atlanta personal injury lawyer, carefully investigate and speak with several personal injury attorneys before selecting one. Ask for referrals from people you trust and do not choose an attorney based on glamorous advertisements.

Make sure the lawyers you are investigating specialize in the area of your injury. Keep in mind that most personal injury lawyers do not practice medical malpractice law, and many do not handle workers' compensation cases. Just as you would seek a medical specialist to provide a certain type of care, it is important that you choose a personal injury attorney who has plenty of experience in the area of law that you are in need of. You want to make sure that person is not only familiar with the laws that govern your case, but who can help you receive the maximum amount of damages.

Assess Their Success and Experience

You also want a personal injury attorney who has a proven track record of success. Consider how many cases your prospective attorney has brought to trial, the success of those trials, and how many cases he or she has settled out of court. Even if you intend to settle out of court, you want to choose an attorney with courtroom experience in case a trial is the only way you can receive fair compensation for your injuries.

Also be sure to check:

- How many years of experience the attorney has
- Where he or she attended law school
- If they have any additional training or experience in your type of claim.
- If they belong to any professional organizations (which can indicate his or her commitment to promoting fair and effective justice)
- Make sure the attorney you're talking to will be the one representing your case, instead of being handed off to another attorney at the last minute.

The more information you receive about your potential Atlanta personal injury lawyer, the more likely you will be able to choose someone who can help you recover the money to which you are entitled.

Other Considerations

Aside from success and experience, you will want to assess the personal injury attorney's personality and legal philosophy as well. Throughout the duration of your case, you will be spending a lot of time with your attorney and will put a great deal of trust in his or her character and ability. Therefore, make sure you choose a lawyer who you feel comfortable working with, and whose legal philosophies you agree with.

Fees

Also ask what type of fees the attorney charges. Most personal injury lawyers will work on a contingent fee basis, meaning they will not charge you unless they recover money for your injuries. The money an attorney receives when working on contingency is a percentage of the amount that they win for you. Be sure to find out what this percentage is before hiring that attorney (and get a fee agreement in writing).

Once you have met with several personal injury attorneys, compare the information. Carefully select the one who you feel comfortable working with, and who will be the most experienced in handing your claim. Every personal injury attorney will not have the expertise to win you the maximum amount of damages, so choosing wisely is in your best interest.

If you are looking for a qualified, experienced personal injury attorney in the Atlanta area, please visit the webpage for the personal injury lawyers at Robbins & Associates, P.C. at www.robbinslaw.com, to learn more about your options.

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