Why You Need an Attorney in a Personal Injury Case

You may be reluctant to hire a personal injury attorney as you think it is too expensive and are seriously considering settling with the insurance company on your own.  There are several reasons why this can be a bad idea.

To start with, just the fact that you have an experienced attorney representing you can make a difference in the outcome and be well worth the amount of money you pay the lawyer.  The insurance company now knows you have an expert representing your claim who is someone who is not going to be persuaded to take an unfair settlement.   Furthermore, remember the insurance representatives have been advised by their lawyers, which is all more the reason why you need one working on your behalf.   

Other reasons to hire your own attorney include the fact that personal injury cases can be complicated and involve complex legal rules that a lay person does not know anything about.  Or it may be your injuries are so severe that your compensation should exceed the amount that is normally awarded.  Also a skilled personal injury lawyer can help to get you a fair settlement when the insurance company was not willing to settle in good faith.   Another thing to remember is that most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means you will not pay any legal costs or fees unless there is a settlement. 

The law firm of Schiff & Associates has been providing our clients with quality legal representation and personal services in cases of personal injury and wrongful death for thirty-five years.  Please visit our website for information on how to set up a complimentary case evaluation and consultation.   

The experienced attorneys at Schiff & Associates have offered the area trusted legal representation in cases of personal injury and wrongful death since 1982.  We have a history of getting clients the results they deserve and recognize that financial recovery from an accident is just as important as physical recovery.  Call today for information regarding legal services from Columbus, Ohio’s top personal injury lawyer.