So you’ve been involved in a car accident and want to know if you are able to file a personal injury claim to gain compensation. Well we are going to tell you how to build a personal injury claim after an accident. First you need to know if you even have a legitimate claim. To have a legitimate claim you must be able to show that the other driver is the one who cause the accident, and that you suffered tangible damages. Tangible damages are not things such as whether or not the other driver was rude, or if your feelings were hurt. No, tangible damages include injuries which required medical/therapeutic treatment, wages lost while treating/recovering from your injuries, out-of-pocket …
9 Things to Know Before You Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
Initial consultations are usually free. Many people don’t call a lawyer because they believe it will cost too much. A good lawyer will be willing to discuss the basic facts of your case and tell you whether he believes you have a case, for free. Experience Matters. Most good lawyers limit their practice to one or two kinds of law. If you are hiring a lawyer to represent you in a personal injury case, make sure that lawyer has experience in personal injury cases. Beware of Ambulance Chasers Ambulance chasing is illegal in most States for good reason. If you were in an accident and get a call, letter or mailing from a lawyer right afterward, beware. Check with friends …