After you have been injured in a serious accident that is not your fault, you have probably already experienced many stressful moments. Speaking with the insurance company can leave more questions than answers and you might wonder if you will be fairly compensated for your damages. In an attempt to possibly save money, many victims of car accidents will try to handle an injury claim on their own. However, this is not always the most suitable option.

It is normal to feel confused and even overwhelmed in the face of a personal injury claim, especially if this is the first time that you have been through it. If you have been hurt in an accident, a personal injury attorney can guide you through your next steps so that you do not have to feel alone.

Top Reasons for Hiring an Attorney After an Accident 

Claim Assessment: Personal injury attorneys handle hundreds of cases every year and are always gaining experience in these cases. They will be honest with you when it comes to bringing a claim and whether or not you will be successful in doing so. If they believe that a personal injury claim might not be the best idea, they will typically tell you so.

Contingency Fees: If you don’t recover, most attorneys will not get paid. This gives them the drive to work hard and gain the compensation you deserve when they believe that your case will win. Many attorneys work on contingency fees, which means that they do not get paid until you win. 

Red Tape: There are many complications that sometimes arise in personal injury claims such as complex legal procedures and confusing medical terms. On top of that, you might find that it is hard to find out what paperwork needs to be done and when. This is why it is helpful to have an attorney instead of trying to handle all the paperwork on your own. 

Investigators: Attorneys tend to have an investigative team that you can get nowhere else on their side. They will work one-on-one with you to help you obtain evidence that is useful in your claim. 

ADR: Many people will decide to go through with what is known as ‘alternative dispute resolution,’ which is when you decide not to use a complicated trial to resolve issues. The most common examples are mediation and arbitration. With an attorney’s help, you can discover more about this process. 

Insurance Company Experience: Insurance companies use many tactics to attempt to deny claims or reduce the amount they owe you, which is why you should have a skilled attorney on your side who understands these tactics and can help you gain the best settlement.

Settlement: Attorneys understand how to get you a proper settlement before your case goes to trial so that you can avoid the length of the trial.

Jury Verdicts: A personal injury attorney will be able to help represent you in court if matters make it that far. This means helping you get the best jury verdict so that you can move forward.

How an Attorney Can Assist You  

Our personal injury attorneys at Sheftall & Associates have diligently worked to protect the rights of victims involved in serious accidents. After you have been injured, you might have many questions about how you can move forward and work toward the compensation you deserve. We are here to assist you through every step of the process. Please contact our law firm in Florida at 904-647-2296 to find out what options are available for you at this time.