If you’ve recently been involved in a car accident, you may need to know when to get an attorney.

You Should Get An Attorney For A Car Accident When

• There are fatalities
• Serious injuries
• You have medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Speeding, drunk driving or reckless driving is involved
• Wrongful death
• Personal injuries
• Property destruction

When you need help recovering your losses resulting from a motor vehicle accident and/or take care of the huge amount of paperwork, an experienced injury attorney can help with the “red tape,” and hassle often associated with car accident insurance claims. Obtaining the correct professional legal assistance can make the difference between owing or losing large monetary damages and getting a justly resolved case. Below is vital information about hiring a car accident layer that you need to know.

When to Contact An Attorney For A Car Accident

You should contact an attorney as soon as possible, within a week of the accident and before accepting a settlement with the car insurance company.

Why You May Need to Hire a Car Accident Lawyer

Sadly car accidents are everyday events. In the US, most personal injury claims result from an accident involving a truck, car or other motorized vehicle. In most cases there is just minor damage, for example, a “fender bender” and can usually be handled through the insurance companies. But when accidents involve fatalities, physical injury or significant damage, it may warrant the attention of an experienced counsel for legal representation.

An experienced attorney will work to get you he compensation you need to cover any losses due to the accident such as lost wages, medical expenses and car repairs. In some states, a car accident lawyer can help your recovery is a loved one is killed especially is speeding, drunk driving or reckless driving was involved.

What to Look For When Hiring a Car Accident Attorney

There are wide ranging issues auto accident attorneys handle from wrongful death, to personal injury, liability determinations and property destruction You should look for a lawyers experience, commitment, skill level, location and fee structure when considering who you should hire.

Your attorney should be well educated in national and state transportation laws, know how to handle health care companies and be competent in preparing and settling a case. It is also vital you check the attorneys references, background and track record.

Lastly a good lawyer will usually accept your case on a “no win-no fee” contingency basis if the attorney feels he case has a degree of merit, so be sure to check the attorney’s fee structure.

When to Hire A Car Accident Lawyer

Hiring an attorney early is the best way to avoid mistakes. Deadline for filing vary from state to state and as you may have to cover lost wages or pay medical bills, the sooner you contact an attorney the better. You should contact an attorney certainly within a week or two of the accident but before you reach settlement with the insurance company.

Questions to Ask an Attorney

Before you start working with the lawyer you need as much detailed information as possible about the accident, financial losses and injuries. This may include your insurance policy, information exchanged at the accident scene and medical records. Here are some question you should ask when considering a car accident lawyer.

• How are your fees structured?
• How much of my car accident case will you actually handle?
• What experience do you have with the specific type of injury in question?
• What is a typical settlement range for cases similar to mine?
• What out-of-pocket expenses am I responsible for?
• What percentage of your practice is devoted to car accident cases?

Legal Fees: Overview

Most car accident caes are handled on a “no win-no pay” contingency basis. Meaning if your attorney does not win your case, they do not get a fee. Conversely, if the attorney does win, expect to pay from 33%-40% of the total award in fees. Different limits apply in different states and you may have to still pay certain out of pocket expenses on the case.

Ready to Hire a Car Accident Attorney In Mesa? Get Started Today

The Bradshaw Firm’s car accident lawyers can help. We understand what you are having to endure as a result of an injury from an auto accident. and vitally, we know the law. You can be sure we will protect your rights. Although prevention may be key, protection is vitally important. Contact our personal injury lawyers today!