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5 Things That a Personal Injury Attorney Does for You

March 22, 2019 by Herr & Low, P.C.

When you’re injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, it puts a tremendous strain on your livelihood. The burden of medical bills and insurance claims can make your physical pain and suffering even worse.

If you have been injured, it is recommended that you consult the services of a personal injury attorney. This legal professional represents your best interests and fights for the compensation you deserve. Here are five ways a personal injury attorney helps you.

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1. Review Settlement Offers

The opposing party’s insurance company may attempt to make a settlement offer upfront. The company assumes you’ll want to put the situation behind you as soon as possible by accepting the first offer that’s made. This allows the insurance provider to suggest compensation that’s lower than the appropriate amount.

An attorney can review an offer and tell you whether or not you’re getting a fair deal. Together, you can decide if further legal action is necessary.

2. Investigate Accident Details

As the injured party in an accident, it’s difficult to assess the entire situation and piece together the exact details of what happened. A personal injury attorney is able to do the legwork to develop an accurate recreation of the events that occurred. This may involve the following actions:

  • Compiling witness statements
  • Gathering physical evidence
  • Taking photographs
  • Reviewing police reports

In addition, your attorney can factor in information from your medical provider, with records and bills to back up any treatment you received. This completes the picture of what you’re going through.

3. Offer Legal Advice

Through every step of the process, your attorney will be available to answer any questions or concerns you have. He or she will lay out a time frame of what to expect, explain your options, and advise you on which path benefits you the most. In some cases, you may have different legal options available. Your attorney will help you with making these decisions and weighing the pros and cons of different options.

4. Assess Financial Obligations

If your injury involves a lengthy hospital stay, you won’t be able to work for a period of time. This will make it difficult to pay your regular expenses on top of mounting medical bills and damage costs. A personal injury attorney can serve as a mediator between you and your creditors or medical providers to extend due dates on payments.

5. Represent You in Trial

If a fair settlement cannot be reached, your attorney can initiate the lawsuit process. Getting the courts involved is a necessary step if the other party is being unreasonable or delaying a fair resolution.

In the event that you go to trial, your attorney will present your case in court and represent your interests. Their experience is absolutely necessary, and you’ll feel less intimidated by the process.

Legal counsel is recommended in any situation where you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence. With a personal injury attorney, you will have someone on your side who will represent your interests and get the compensation you deserve.

If you are in need of a personal injury attorney, the team at Herr & Low, P.C. is here to help you. Our attorneys have decades of experience in helping residents of Pennsylvania in matters of personal injury. Contact us online or give us a call at (717) 397-7544.

Filed Under: Personal Injury Tagged With: Personal Injury Attorney, Personal Injury Law

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