Why You Need A Personal Injury Attorney

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If you or a loved one have become a victim of a car accident, you need to think seriously about seeking the services of an attorney specializing in personal injury claims.  

Many victims think that because they didn't feel injured atthe time, the insurance company will take care of the specifics, and they don't need to reach out to an attorney.

Plus, there is the concern and fear that an attorney will be expensive.  Yes, each of these questions is viable, but the answer to them is simply—it depends on your specific situation.

Injuries sustained in the workplace or an auto accident can quickly become life-changing events. Keep in mind that the more serious the sustained damage, the more complex the legal case can be, making seeking out a personal injury attorney more crucial.

If you are unsure where to start, your best first step would be to seek out referrals from various trusted officials.  With referrals from others, you can achieve more peace of mind in your final decision.

To aid in your search and decision, we have listed a few reasons and situations where it would be in you or your loved ones best interest to seek a personal injury lawyer.

Injuries Suffered From The Accident

Injuries sustained in a vehicle accident are somewhat common, even more so in accidents resulting from very high speed.  If you or a loved one have sustained injuries in such an accident, a personal injury attorney will work to obtain the compensation for the damages you deserve, which is getting the most from your lawsuit or claim.

Who Is Liable?

You should also consider a personal injury lawyer if it has been determined or unclear which party was at fault in the accident.  In a situation such as this, it will be your responsibility to prove that you were not at fault and are innocent.

A personal injury lawyer will gather the evidence necessary to prove that your injuries were not a result of your negligence but rather someone else's.  Worth noting is that if you are partially at fault—or totally at fault—for the accident, it would better serve you to seekout the counsel of a personal injury attorney.

Dealing With Insurance Adjusters

When contracting with an attorney, you will not have to personally deal with the challenges inherent in working with insurance adjusters.  Having a personal injury attorney trained and skilled in the art of negotiation will go a long way.

As the accident victim, your only goal is to fight for and obtain the maximum compensation for the injuries you have sustained.  These may include property damage, pain and suffering, and even medical bills.  You have to consider these situations and your future when attempting to see fair compensation.

If you try to go up against an insurance adjuster on your own, you must remember that their sole purpose is to minimize how much compensation you receive.  They are well versed in injury law, but they will, at the same time, attempt to convince youthat the offer they make will be in your best interest—when in reality, it is furthest from that.

Larger Settlements

Choosing to take care of the situation yourself and you may quickly find that you are not experienced enough to handle the type of negotiations required, thereby potentially reducing the amount of your settlement.

However, those who choose to seek the services of a personal injury attorney general end up receiving a much larger settlement than theywould have on their own.  Data from the Insurance Research Council research showed that payments for damage claimed were approximately 40% higher amongst those claimants who chose representation by an attorney.

To put it all into better perspective—attempting to handle aclaim for personal injury on your own is much like when you learned to drive for the very first time.  If the situation is new to you, you may find yourself in for a somewhat bumpy ride.

You Don’t Pay If You Don’t Win

Many do not consider seeking the services of an attorney do to the possible financial costs involved. However, a personal injury attorney often works on what is referred to as a contingency basis—if you don't win, they don't get paid.

The Bryant Law Firm has helped thousands of injury victimsin the Greater Houston Area and all across Texas.  Let David A. Bryant, Jr. help you get the appropriate medical treatment and compensation you deserve.

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