What Factors Should I Consider to Choose the Best Attorney?

After a car accident or personal injury, you need an effective, knowledgeable attorney who will fight for the best resolution to your case.

2012-11-07

ORLANDO, FL, November 07, 2012 (Press-News.org) After a car accident or personal injury, you need an effective, knowledgeable attorney who will fight for the best resolution to your case. Finding out whether an attorney possesses these qualities may require some time and determination on your part, but you should be sure that your attorney aligns with your own goals for your case. If possible, schedule consultations with multiple attorneys so you can compare.

Choosing the Right Attorney

When choosing an auto accident attorney, you may want to look for the following qualities:

- Experience in handling your type of case.
- Understanding of how your injury will impact your life.
- Personal, one-on-one attention.
- Extensive knowledge of relevant laws in your state.

There are many different types of attorneys, and it is important to find one who has extensive experience specializing in the appropriate area of law. Personal injury attorneys handle cases involving injury. Typically, personal injury attorneys handle all claims related to injury, including:

- Medical malpractice
- Car accidents
- Defective products
- Dangerous premises
- Nursing home abuse

Contacting an attorney who has knowledge of these areas of law in your state is a good place to start your search.

During Your Initial Consultation

Before choosing an attorney, schedule a consultation in which you can get to know the attorney's legal style. After sharing the details of your accident, ask the lawyer what you can expect if he or she handles your case. Find out who will be communicating with you during the process, and what the possible outcomes are.

Although no attorney can guarantee a specific settlement or outcome, you should ask about the attorney's past verdicts and settlements. This track record gives you an idea of the attorney's past success in handling claims similar to yours. Your attorney should have experience recovering compensation for victims of negligence.

There is no single way to choose the right attorney for you. Look for an experienced, knowledgeable attorney who can demonstrate past successes. Beyond those factors, you will have to consider your own priorities. For example, it may be important to you to have an attorney you feel you can trust. Factoring in both the attorney's qualifications as well as your own priorities is a good way to begin your search for the right attorney.

To learn more about personal injury, please visit the website of experienced Orlando, Florida attorney Michael Barszcz at the Law Offices of Michael Barszcz, M.D, J.D. at http://www.themdjd.com.

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