What Type of Lawyer Do I Need After an Accident in Easton?

When you get seriously injured in an accident, hiring a lawyer is a key first step toward protecting your legal rights. But what type of lawyer should you hire to represent you? While there are lots of types of lawyers out there, if you need to seek just compensation after an accident, you will want to have an experienced Easton personal injury lawyer on your side.

Personal Injury Lawyers Help Accident Victims Seek Just Compensation

Personal injury lawyers help accident victims seek just compensation for their accident-related losses. If you were seriously injured in an accident that was someone else’s fault, you are entitled to just compensation under Pennsylvania law. However, seeking the compensation you deserve can be very challenging. From proving who was at fault in the accident to determining what constitutes “just” compensation under the circumstances of your case, nearly all aspects of the process require experienced legal representation.

Do I Need a “Car Accident Lawyer” or “Slip and Fall Lawyer?”

While you will find many law firms (including ours) using terms like “car accident lawyer” and “slip and fall lawyer,” you do not necessarily need to choose a lawyer who advertises handling your type of case. Car accident lawyers and slip and fall lawyers are also personal injury lawyers. As a result, if you hire a car accident lawyer or slip and fall lawyer to represent you, you will ultimately be hiring a personal injury lawyer to help you seek just compensation.

With that said, relevant experience is important. As a result, when choosing a personal injury lawyer to represent you, you will want to look for a lawyer who has specific experience handling your type of case. The process of seeking just compensation after a car accident is very different from the process of seeking just compensation after a slip and fall, so it will be important to hire a lawyer who knows what it takes to handle your case effectively.

How Much Do Personal Injury Lawyers Charge?

Regardless of the personal injury lawyer you choose, you can expect your lawyer to represent you on a contingency-fee basis. With contingency-fee representation, you do not have to pay anything out-of-pocket at any stage of the process. If your personal injury case is successful, your lawyer’s fees will be deducted from your settlement or verdict.

If your case is successful, your lawyer’s fees will be calculated as a percentage of the financial compensation you receive. Your lawyer will discuss this percentage with you during your free initial consultation, and it will be documented in your engagement agreement.

How Do I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer to Represent Me?

If you need to hire a personal injury lawyer, your first step is to schedule a free initial consultation. This consultation really is free—even if you decide not to move forward, you will not have to pay for the advice you received. Scheduling a free initial consultation with a personal injury lawyer serves three primary purposes:

• You will have the opportunity to learn about your legal rights and the process of filing a personal injury claim;
• You will receive a preliminary assessment of your claim and the compensation you may be eligible to recover; and,
• You will be able to ask any questions you want to ask in order to make an informed decision about hiring the lawyer to represent you.

Importantly, if you have a personal injury claim, it will be important to get started on your claim right away. In particular, it will be important for your lawyer to conduct an investigation as soon as possible. With this in mind, if you have questions about your legal rights, we strongly recommend scheduling a free initial consultation as soon as possible.

What Can I Expect if I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer to Represent Me?

If you hire a personal injury lawyer to represent you after a serious accident in Easton, you can expect your lawyer to put your best interests first. You can expect your lawyer to fight for the financial compensation you deserve, and you can expect your lawyer to give you personalized legal advice based on your individual circumstances. You can also expect your personal injury lawyer to:

• Carefully Calculate Your Present and Future Accident-Related Losses – If you have a personal injury claim, the value of your claim is unique to you. Your lawyer will carefully calculate the losses you are entitled to recover—including your present and future medical expenses, lost earnings, and pain and suffering.
• Deal with the Insurance Companies Professionally on Your Behalf – Dealing with the insurance companies can be among the most stressful and most frustrating aspects of seeking just compensation after a serious accident. Your personal injury lawyer will deal with the insurance companies on your behalf and will take a professional approach to seeking a fair settlement that allows you to move on.
• Protect Your Ability to Seek Just Compensation in Court if Necessary – While your personal injury lawyer will focus on securing a fair settlement, your lawyer will also protect your ability to seek just compensation in court. While it is unlikely that you will need to go to court, it is important to make sure that you have the ability to do so if necessary.

These are just the basics. A personal injury lawyer who is passionate about his or her practice will be committed to helping you by all means available. If you are interested in speaking with a passionate personal injury lawyer, we encourage you to contact us for a free consultation today.

Discuss Your Accident with an Easton Personal Injury Lawyer at Drake, Hileman & Davis, PC

To schedule a free consultation with an Easton personal injury lawyer at Drake, Hileman & Davis, PC, please call 888-777-7098 or tell us how we can reach you online. Once you get in touch, we will arrange for you to speak with one of our experienced lawyers in confidence as soon as possible.