When to Appoint a Lawyer After a Car Accident

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Usually, car accidents involving serious or
long-term injuries require an attorney to get
the most desirable outcome.
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An experienced injury attorney can be extremely
helpful in navigating the often chaotic and
confusing world of insurance claims and injury
settlements after a car accident. Here's what
you need to know Most injury attorneys work on a
contingency fee basis, meaning your lawyer only
gets paid if there is a successful resolution to
your claim. An attorney brings to the table
in-depth knowledge of the law, the ability to
put your best case together, and comfort in the
negotiation trenches when it's time to fight for
your best result.
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A Car Accident Attorney Knows the Law
Hiring a personal injury attorney to represent
you after a car accident means you will have a
professional working for youone who is
extremely knowledgeable about the relevant laws
and procedural rules that may affect your case.
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An attorney will also be familiar with time
limits (called statutes of limitations) that can
bar you from filing a lawsuit against the
at-fault driver. For instance, in many states
you must file your lawsuit within two years of
your car accident, or you'll lose the right to
take the matter to court. An attorney will also
be able to inform you about any special
exceptions to the statute of limitationsfor
minors, for example Your attorney can file a
lawsuit on your behalf and will know how best to
mitigate any possible defenses raised by the
other side. In addition, once your case gets
under way, your lawyer will play an invaluable
role in preparing your case for trialand even
going to trial if your case doesn't settle.
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A Lawyer Does the Legwork In Your Car Accident
Claim
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A lot of work goes into negotiating an insurance
settlement, not to mention trying a personal
injury lawsuit. After you've been in a car
accident, taking on this time-consuming work
might be the last thing you want to do, assuming
you're able. Handing things over to an
experienced lawyer can take a lot of worry
away. Whereas this may be your first time
dealing with the ins and outs of an accident
claim, injury attorneys have dealt with all
manner of claims and have faced the gamut of
insurance company tactics. They have experience
obtaining the necessary evidence to support your
claim, including gathering police reports,
witness statements, medical records and bills,
and employment and lost wage information.
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Perhaps the most important role a car accident
attorney plays is that of advocate. This means
acting on your behalf and with your best
interests in mind at every stage of the claim
process.
03 A Car Accident Attorney Advocates for Your
Best Result
Whether it's dealing with a car insurance
company or presenting your case to a judge or
jury, your attorney will be your champion,
making sure your side of the story is heard and
that you are compensated for all of your losses.
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