Personal Injury Attorney
If you are thinking about filing a claim for personal injury, you may have many questions to ask your personal injury attorney. We have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions.
Q: Should I even file a claim?
A: Yes. When people are injured or hurt through someone else’s negligence, the law opens a window of opportunity for that person to be compensated based on the extent of their injuries and the other party’s responsibility in said act. It is likely that the plaintiff incurs huge financial burdens, as well as physical and mental anguish. Insurance adjusters work and investigate to reduce the amount of money and claims insurance companies pay out on. As an attorney from The Lynch Law Group can explain, if you have been affected by the negligence of another, there is no reason you should not file a claim.
Q: Is there a minimum or maximum amount that can be recovered in a personal injury settlement?
A: No, there’s no minimum or maximum settlement amount. While cases are very similar, there are still differences in each case. If you do receive a settlement, it will be based on many things such as:
- severity of injuries
- medical bills accumulated
- costs of future medical bills
- loss of past income
- age and earning capacity
- any permanent limitations you now have
- activities you can no longer participate in
Q: What questions should I be expected to answer during my deposition?
A: Questions may vary. However, you can expect questions like the following:
- Were there any witnesses?
- What types of illnesses and injuries have you suffered from in the past?
- What is the nature of your injury from this incident? In the past?
- Have you previously been involved in any other lawsuits or legal claims?
- Did you file an insurance claim?
- What is your job history?
- How has your injury affected your life?
- When was your last treatment?
Based on documents such as police reports, medical history etc. your attorney may be able to prepare you for a deposition. The attorney will also be present during the deposition.
Q: When should I settle?
A: It is always wise to collect evidence as soon as possible. Take photos at the scene, make notes of your perception of what happened, keep note of any doctor or hospital visits, lost wages, bills accrued, names of all parties involved or witnesses. Do not settle your case until you are fully aware of the extent and cause of your injuries and whether you will need to continue seeking medical attention. Do not settle until you are sure that you have recovered or have a clear idea of when recovery should be certain. This includes knowing if there will be any necessary medical care in the future, as well as if you will be able to work and what these injuries will prevent you from participating in going forward. For example, driving, physical labor or tasks, and any sports. Once all information has been gathered, you should talk to your attorney about settling your case. It is important to gather this information before settling because you will not be able to go back on this arrangement.
If you are thinking about filing a claim for personal injury, you may have many questions to ask. We have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions.
Q: Should I even file a claim?
A: Yes. A person who has been injured or hurt by the negligence of someone else can, under the law, sue that person in order to get compensation for their injuries, depending on the extent of the injuries and the other party’s responsibility in causing such harm. A large financial burden along with physical and mental anguish are likely to be incurred by the plaintiff as a result of this lawsuit. An insurance adjuster’s job is to ensure that insurance companies pay out as little as possible on claims. There is no reason why you should not file a claim if you have been harmed by another person’s negligence.
Q: Is there a minimum or maximum amount that can be recovered in a personal injury settlement?
There is no minimum or maximum amount that can be settled. Despite the similarities between cases, each case has its own unique characteristics. Settlements are based on many factors, including:
- severity of injuries
- medical bills accumulated
- costs of future medical bills
- loss of past income
- age and earning capacity
- any permanent limitations you now have
- activities you can no longer participate in
Q: What questions should I be expected to answer during my deposition?
A: You may receive different questions. The following types of questions are likely to be asked:
- Did anyone witness the event?
- In the past, have you suffered from any illnesses or injuries?
- How did this incident cause you injury? In the past?
- Have you ever been involved in a lawsuit or legal claim before?
- Have you filed a claim with your insurance company?
- What is your work history?
- How has your injury affected your life?
- When was your last treatment?
The attorney that represents you may be able to prepare you for a deposition based on the documents you provide, such as police reports and medical records. The attorney will also be present during the deposition.
Q: When should I settle?
Collecting evidence as early as possible is always a wise move to make. Immediately after an accident, take photos of the scene, write down your perception of what occurred, take note of any doctor or hospital visits you made, loss of wages, expenses incurred, the names of all parties involved or witnesses, and write down the names of all witnesses. Before you settle your case, make sure you know the extent and cause of your injuries and whether you will need to seek further medical treatment. Do not settle until you are sure that you have recovered or have a clear idea of when recovery should be certain. In addition to knowing if you will need any future medical care, this includes knowing if you will be able to work and what activities you will be unable to participate in in the future. Sports, physical labor, and driving are examples. You should discuss settling your case with your attorney once you’ve collected all the necessary information. Prior to settling, it is important to gather this information because you can’t change your mind.