Finding the Best Lawyer for Your Case

If you have been injured in any type of accident, it is important to hire an experienced and professional personal injury attorney. However, you may be asking yourself “Where do I start and what kinds of things are important when hiring an attorney?” Well, the process can be confusing and sometimes even complicated, but these tips can help you to choose the best personal injury lawyer for you and your particular case. After using these tips to help you make the best decision for you, you should consider speaking with an experienced personal injury lawyer at the Higgins Firm. We will help you through every step of the claim and work on your behalf to obtain the most compensation possible.

• Seek out recommendations from people you know
  If you have no idea where to begin looking for a lawyer except for what you might have seen on TV, then you should start by asking your family and friends of anyone that they can recommend. If they are able to recommend someone, then you will at least have more confidence in the abilities and experience of that lawyer.


• Look up the ratings of several personal injury lawyers
  If your friends and family do not know of any good lawyers to refer you too, then you have to do a little research on your own. You can check online for ratings of several personal injury lawyers. A good place to look is at your local bar association. These ratings may give you a clue as to how much experience a lawyer has and how many cases they may have won. This can help you to decide on a few lawyers that you would like to contact for more information.

Once you have decided on a few or several lawyers that you would like to talk to for more information, there are many things to think about and other tips that can help you determine which personal injury lawyer is right for you. These tips may include but are not limited to:

• Ask the lawyer or lawyers how long they have been practicing and what their experience is with cases like yours
  A lawyer may have a solid educational background however, if they do not have much experience in actually handling cases they probably are not the best lawyer for you. It is a good idea to ask about their courtroom experience, their research skills, and their knowledge of the law. A good qualified lawyer will be able to answer these questions well and have experience to back them up.


• Ask about their fee schedule and any options you may have
  Most lawyers only charge you fees if they help you to win your case. However, you should ask them if they offer free consultations or if you will have to be responsible for any other types of fees. This way you know what to expect and have fewer surprises later on.


• Ask about the resources the lawyer has or will use to help with your case
  Since hiring a lawyer for your case is probably going to be expensive, it is important to make sure that the lawyer has the resources that make your fee worth it. Lawsuits can take time and often require other lawyers and staff members to help with the case. It is a good idea to make sure that the lawyer you hire has the kinds of resources as well as time that may be needed for your case.


• Ask how often the lawyer handles personal injury cases similar to yours
  Personal injury cases can be complex and may require knowing about different laws and regulations. If a personal injury lawyer only handles these types of cases once in a while versus once in a while, they may not be able to provide you with the kind of quality and skill that your case might need. If they handle these types of cases all the time, then they are more likely to have the skills needed to win your case.


• Pay attention to how well the lawyer communicates with you and if they care about your case
  Your case is important to you and it should be important to the lawyer you are going to hire as well. You should pay attention to how well they communicate with you. Do they answer all questions patiently and thoroughly? Also, it is important to ask them how often you will receive updates and communication about your case. You need to make sure the lawyer you are going to work with cares about your case just as much as you do.

These tips and questions to keep in mind when hiring a personal injury lawyer can help you to be well information and help you feel confidence that you are able to choose the best personal injury lawyer for your case so that you can have the best outcome possible.

If you or someone you care about has been injured in an accident or suffered because of a dangerous drug or product, you should contact our experienced and caring Memphis personal injury attorneys with the Higgins Firm. We will work with you to make sure you receive the compensation you are entitled to for your injuries.

Please contact us today online or by calling 800.705.2121 to discuss your legal options.