When we think of personal injury lawyers, we associate them with services like representing us in a lawsuit to claim compensation or offer legal counsel. However, a personal injury lawyer can do many more things for a client!
A victim of personal injury can consult a personal injury lawyer who will explain the legal rights of the individual to him. Personal injury lawyers also take care of all the financial and legal complications arising due to such injuries. And, of course, he will represent you in the case to claim compensation against the insurance company of the defendant.
Here are 4 Surprising Services that Personal Injury Lawyers Provide:
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Professional Investigation
Personal Injury lawyers have their own team of professional investigators who thoroughly examine the scene of the accident that caused the injury. They also interview witnesses present during the accident. Based on these investigations, the personal injury lawyer builds the case for his/her client. Investigations are conducted by experienced professionals like retired cops, etc.
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Help their Clients with Medical Services
Personal injury lawyers are well-connected with medical professionals and can help their clients get medical services with doctors who understand such injuries. They can even recommend the services of specialists if required.
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Realistic Assessment of Claims
When an individual suffers a personal injury due to the recklessness of another, he just looks at his immediate losses. He would be inclined to claim compensation for current expenses incurred like medical bills, wage loss, etc. However, a personal injury can have far-reaching effects and can impact several aspects of the injured person’s life later.
Personal Injury Lawyers are experienced in such lawsuits and can make a more realistic assessment of the current and future losses incurred. This will enable them to stake a comprehensive claim that covers all aspects. It is not uncommon for personal injury lawyers to consult economists to help them in preparing an accurate claim for compensation.
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Negotiate Different Types of Legal Processes
A personal injury lawyer can negotiate with the insurance company of the defendant before or after the case is filed. In some cases, both parties may agree to an out-of-court settlement. In such cases, it is a personal injury lawyer who negotiates on your behalf.
However, if the case does not get settled outside the court, personal injury lawyers will represent you in the court trial with sufficient evidence to support your case.
Some personal injury cases may require alternative dispute resolution where again the personal injury lawyer can represent their clients.
Hiring a personal injury lawyer at the initial stages of the lawsuit is beneficial because the lawyer will be able to get a clear idea of the case and can access all the relevant evidence, etc. to build his theory regarding the case. Besides it also helps you recover from the injury faster when you know that there is an expert to take care of all financial and legal aspects of the case.
Autrey Law Firm has a team of expert personal injury lawyers who have been representing clients in such cases for over 30 years!
