Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?

The best answer I can give is if you have to question whether you need a personal injury lawyer, you need to pick up the phone and call one.

Attorney Heath Brooks

Car accidents, injuries at work, slips, and falls, negligence, wrongful death, and medical malpractice; the list of why you may need a personal injury lawyer goes on and on.

We want to provide more insight to help you understand why personal injury lawyers are important and will work tirelessly to get every dollar you deserve for injuries from an accident. 

When you have been involved in a situation that causes injury, damage, or loss of property, then it is a good idea to seek the advice of a personal injury lawyer. Our job is to help you with the complicated legal words, paperwork, and negotiations that come with submitting a claim. Below are answers to a couple of questions you may have. 

To start, here is a video of Attorney Heath Brooks sharing why he believes anyone asking if they need a personal injury attorney should at least contact one to learn more. 

a personal injury lawyer passes a pen to a client as they review legal paperwork Do you need a personal injury lawyer?

Accident victims do not have to hire a lawyer to manage their claim in a personal injury case. They could file all the required paperwork and represent themselves in court. However, their chances of winning and getting every dollar they deserve are much higher if they hire an experienced attorney.

Lawsuits involve a lot of paperwork and language that may not be familiar to you if you do not have legal experience. A personal injury lawyer will break down the legal details and make it easier for you.

What will hiring an attorney do for you?

Detail and organization. Our lawyers keep track of all paperwork and evidence for your case. We investigate details that are important to the case. We also bring in expert witnesses, follow the rules of the court, and do our best to make sure you get the result you want.

a personal injury attorney questions client in courtroomDemand attention. If an insurance company or the negligent party knows that you are representing yourself, they will offer unfair settlement offers. If you have a lawyer, they may think twice and give you a fair offer.

Provide advice. We review your case and guide you on the best steps to take to resolve your personal injury claim. Whether through a settlement or trial, we keep your best interest in mind. We rely on all factors to ensure you get the best results when seeking compensation.  

Insurance companies deal with personal injury lawsuits daily. They even have experienced lawyers to handle their cases. When you hire a personal injury lawyer, you level the playing field. You also give yourself the greatest chance of success.

If you are in a situation causing you to ask, “Do I need a personal injury lawyer?” chances are you need one. Don’t hesitate to pick up the phone and give the experienced attorneys at the personal injury law firm of Timberlake & League a call. We can help.