Q:  How do I choose an attorney that is right for me?
A:  First and foremost, you should hire an attorney that you are comfortable with.  Attorneys come in all shapes and sizes.  Some personal injury lawyers will try to settle your claims quickly and avoid trial.  If you decide to hire us to handle your case, you will be dealing directly with the attorney you hired at all times.  We will provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision as to whether you should settle your case or go to trial.  Either way, we will continue to fight until we get you the money damages you deserve.

Q:  Will I have to pay an attorney to represent me?
A:  Almost all attorneys who handle personal injury claims are paid on a contingency basis. This means that you don’t pay us anything unless and until we settle or win your case at which time our fees will be deducted from your settlement or award. If there is no recovery, we don’t get paid.

Q:  How long will it take to get a fair settlement offer?
A:  This is one of the questions we get most often, and unfortunately, it is also the toughest to answer.  Personal injury lawsuits can vary in length from weeks to even years in some instances.  Prior to making any demand, your attorney must do a thorough investigation of your claim to make sure you get all the money you are entitled to receive.  The time this takes depends on several things including the severity of your injuries and length of treatment.

Q:  Will I have to go to court?
A:  Your appearance in Court will only be necessary if a case is filed.  If an insurance company agrees to pay what your case is worth, and you wish to settle for that amount, then you will not have to go to court.  If an insurance company refuses to pay an acceptable amount for your claim, then we may have to proceed to court at which time it may be necessary for you to participate by appearing in court, attending an examination by a physician or physician(s) for the defense, and appearing for a deposition among other things.  All of this will be explained to you prior to making a decision to proceed with a court filing so you have all the relvant information you need to make an informed decision about your case.

Q:  What are compensatory damages?
A:  Compensatory damages are designed to "compensate" the injured person for various kinds of losses or damages. These may also be referred to as “actual damages.”