How to Choose an Attorney

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As a victim of a personal injury, you depend on financial damages being awarded to you for medical expenses, lost income and the emotional and physical pain you will endure. Choosing an attorney that can secure a successful outcome for your case and can maximize damages and compensation for you and your loved ones is not a trivial matter.

Choose an attorney that specializes in personal injury and who not only has experience, but a favorable track record, preferably with cases similar to your own. A general lawyer, no matter how good he or she may be in other legal areas, may not have been able to keep up with the most recent developments in the personal injury laws that apply to your case. This could cost you not only in terms of the amount awarded, but also in the amount of time it will take to secure it. Ask for client references and contact them.

Although most personal injury cases are settled out of court, the attorney you choose should have trial experience in the event your case does end up in court. An attorney with a successful trial record is also more likely to secure a larger settlement since they will be more willing to fight for your case.

Because most personal injury cases are settled out of court, your attorney should be competent dealing with insurance companies and their corporate lawyers, who seek to pay you the least amount possible. Make sure you choose an attorney who is willing to share their experience and settlements with you.

Do not minimize the importance of selecting an attorney that respects you as a client. After all, you are paying your attorney for a service and you should be satisfied with the quality of the service he or she provides. Early clues as to the quality of service he or she will provide include paying attention when you explained your case. Does your attorney promptly return phone calls? Is he or she willing to meet with you face-to-face at his or her office? Do you personally feel comfortable with him or her as the professional who will be your trusted advisor?

Finally, you should consider the costs involved. Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency basis, usually between 30-40% of your final settlement. One advantage of such an arrangement is that the attorney has an added incentive to work hard for you since his or her compensation will be directly proportional to the compensation you will ultimately receive. The attorney should also be willing to discuss up-front all terms of your agreement and be willing to put it in writing.

If you are considering a personal injury attorney in Maine, contact the experienced trial attorneys at Lowry & Associates. Our personal injury attorneys will provide you with a free initial consultation, so contact them today.

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