You may feel nervous meeting with your Personal Injury Lawyer for the first time. Many people don’t know what to expect and are unsure how to prepare for their initial consultation. The purpose of a free initial consultation is to give you the opportunity to learn about the lawyer and whether you would like that person and the law firm to represent your interests. In addition, the initial consultation gives the attorney a chance to assess your case and determine your chances of winning. Consultations typically last between 30 minutes and an hour. Prepare to answer questions about the accident, your injury, medical treatments, and other facts regarding your case. Many clients cannot easily remember all of the details of their accident on the spot. Consider discussing the accident with a friend or family member before the consultation and take notes to help clarify your memory.
What documents should you bring with you to the consultation with a personal injury attorney?
Before you head out the door, bring the following documents:
- Photographs of the accident and injuries
- Accident reports
- Citations or tickets
- Medical records
- Receipts for any expenses incurred because of your injury
- Insurance information
- Witness statements or contact information
- Medical treatment and prescription documents
- Any legal documents or correspondence from other parties in the lawsuit or insurance companies
What Are The Attorney Fees In A Personal Injury Cases?
After discussing your case, the lawyer will speak to you about paying attorney fees. Most lawyers take personal injury cases on contingency bases (What Is a Contingency Fee in New York Personal Injury Claim?). Rather than charging you on an hourly basis, you will only pay your accident lawyer a fixed percentage of your settlement (often one-third)—and only if you win your case. If you lose, you will not need to pay your lawyer.
Come Prepared, Arrive With Questions
Before you arrive at your initial consultation, write down all of your questions. Cover anything you have wondered about, and remember, you can’t ask any wrong or stupid questions. Ask about paying for your medical treatments, how long the settlement process will take, and how much insurance money you may receive.
Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer Today for a Free Consultation
If you were wrongfully injured and have questions about the process of hiring a personal injury attorney and preparing a case for settlement or trial, contact an experienced team of Personal Injury Lawyers of The Rybak Firm, PLLC., today by calling (718) 569-7042 24/7 or writing us online to schedule a free consultation and case evaluation. We will develop a legal strategy to help you recover compensation for the maximum damages allowable under New York Law.
Personal Injury Lawyer Near Me
Our offices are located in Brooklyn, New York. However, we serve the whole New York City Metro Area and represent clients in every borough of New York City. If an injury prevents you from meeting at our offices, our personal injury attorney may travel to meet with you. We also provide free transportation to and from our offices.