11 Oct When Should a Personal Injury Lawyer Be Used?

When Do You Need a Personal Injury Attorney?

If you’ve been injured in an accident that resulted in injury or loss, chances are you’re wondering if or when you’ll need a personal injury attorney. But do you always need one after an accident? When do you, and when don’t you need a personal injury attorney? The lawyers at Truskett Law are here to answer your questions and guide you, so you’ll know whether or not you need to hire a personal injury attorney.

After you’ve been involved in an accident, it can be challenging to know what you need immediately, what can wait, and what is more pertinent to your personal injury case. Many victims of personal injury cases face an uncertain future after a severe accident. At times, an experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate obtaining proper compensation and help to protect your rights.

When should you hire a personal injury lawyer? There isn’t any specific guideline as to when you should hire a personal injury lawyer. If you’re injured in an accident, it can be crucial to contact a personal injury attorney. They can be detrimental to your case. You should hire a personal injury lawyer as soon as you’re able! If you’re unsure of whether or not you need a personal injury attorney, then you can reach out to one to see if your case will require professional legal counsel. 

Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer

Any sort of legal proceeding, including a personal injury claim or case, should be handled by experienced, well-rounded legal professionals. In the case of personal injury, it’s best to have lawyers who practice personal injury law and are familiar with the legal procedures. They can best advise you on how to navigate the process of filing a claim. Even if you think you can handle your case without the advice of a personal injury attorney, you should consider at least consulting with one to see if their insight is valuable.

What to Do After an Accident

As soon as you’re involved in an accident, it can be confusing to think about your next steps. You can quickly feel overwhelmed. If you’re involved in an accident, the first thing you should do is seek immediate medical attention if it’s needed.

If you and those involved don’t require immediate medical attention, you should alert the local authorities and gather as much information as possible.

By documenting as much of the accident scene as possible, you have a better chance of filing your claim later, proving fault, and proving the amount of compensation you should receive. You can document your accident through photographs of the accident scene. You should also document property damage, injuries, any faulty equipment, and signs that may have been violated or ignored. Any documentation helps to settle the dispute as to who’s fault the accident may have been.

You can also take notes and pictures and ensure to write down the other party’s information. If the accident you’ve been involved in that resulted in your personal injury was an automotive accident, you should trade names, license numbers, insurance information, and contact information. You can also exchange information with any witnesses.

If you need medical attention, ensure that you document anything related to your injuries. You can use the documentation related to your injuries to prove the expenses you accrue due to the accident. When you’re ready to hire a personal injury attorney, you can consult with some to see who you believe can best represent you in your case.

Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

Lawyers are trained to be knowledgeable on legal matters and law which pertain to people’s lives. Hiring a personal injury attorney can help you to more easily navigate through the legal process of filing a personal injury claim. If your case ends up going to trial, you will need a lawyer to go with you.

A personal injury lawyer will also understand any legal jargon used. They will be able to interpret what is said and explain your case details as it updates. The defendant’s attorneys may come against you as hard as possible in court. It’s good to have someone with some legal backbone. They will know how to fight for your legal rights and or complete compensation.

If your case is against an insurance company, it’s best to have a personal injury attorney to deal with them and all correspondence between you and the company. Some insurance companies may see you as a means to an end. Having someone who can advocate for you is necessary.

When You Don’t Need a Personal Injury Lawyer

If your case seems to be small enough, there may be no need for a personal injury attorney to help you with your claim. Some parties like to try their best to stay out of court. Because of this, you may be able to settle outside of the courtroom. If you’re given a chance to settle outside of court without compromising your compensation, you should consider settling.

This can be done without an attorney. However, if you feel you need professional legal advice, even when settling outside of court, you should seek help from a personal injury lawyer.

Choosing a Personal Injury Attorney

When choosing a personal injury lawyer, it’s best for you and the attorney to meet so you can best get a feel for one another. You choose them just as much as they decide to take your case.

A personal injury attorney should be one that genuinely cares for your case. They are passionate about seeing you receive total compensation for your injuries and the losses you’ve had due to your accident. If you meet with a personal injury attorney and you think they aren’t on your side, you don’t have to choose them! There’s always a lawyer out there who’s got your best interest at heart and wants to see you succeed.

Choose Truskett

Truskett is a local Tulsa law firm that has practiced personal injury law exclusively for over a decade. The lawyers at Truskett Law are dedicated to their clients, their client’s rights, and the compensation they are entitled to. When you are a client of Truskett, you’re our highest priority.

You can schedule a free case evaluation with us, and we’ll see if we’re a good fit for your case. We’ll show you just how much we care with the way we treat you, your claim, and all the details in between. We’ll advocate for you and your entitled rights and compensation. We understand that we’re put in a position to fight on behalf of another person. As personal injury lawyers, we don’t take that lightly.

We know you put a lot of trust in your attorney to fight on your behalf. That’s why we take what we do seriously.

Don’t Risk It. Call Truskett.