Finding The Right Lawyer To Represent Youby: Dan BaldygaAdjuster Henry Hustle
from GiveAwayNothing Insurance tried to take advantage of you so youve decided
to obtain the services of an attorney. Here are some insights you should
consider:SMALL LAW FIRM VS. LARGE LAW FIRM: The size of the law firm has
absolutely nothing to do with how well that office will represent you and/or
handle your case. A large law firm (10 or more names on their letterhead) will
not impress an insurance adjuster into giving you a better settlement. On the
contrary, adjusters whove been around, know that huge law offices have
multi-million dollar clients with mind-boggling legal problems. Because of this
those types of law firms often do not put the time (nor concern) into a several
thousand dollar personal injury case that a small office would. The bottom line?
Youll receive more and better attention from a small law office. Many of the
best personal injury lawyers operate within the confines of a law firm with only
two, three or, at the very most, four associates.BEWARE OF LAWYERS WHO REPRESENT
DEFENDANTS:The practice of law has become incredibly specialized. Find a lawyer
who has experience representing claimants(called Plaintiffs in legalese) in
personal injury cases.(Youre a Plaintiff). Be careful not to be represented by
someone who is primarily an attorney for Defendants. These lawyers way of
thinking are usually too closely tied to the values, attitudes and mental
outlook of their cold and calculating insurance company clients.More often than
not theyll not extend themselves nor battle as hard - - consciously or
unconsciously - - to obtain top dollar for your claim.(To you four or five
hundred dollars more is a lot of money.To them its a drop in the
bucket)!COMPARISON SHOP: Talk to friends, acquaintances and/or co-workers who
may have been represented by a lawyer on their own personal injury claim.
Personal Injury lawyers normally dont charge for an initial consultation.But,
before you meet with them, find out if they do.If the answer to that is yes, go
somewhere else.While chatting with the lawyer, getting to know him and
(generally speaking) what your case is all about, you should find out:(1) How
long have they been in practice?(10 years - plus - thats good. 6 to 8 years is
just okay. 3 to 4 years is highly questionable. 2 years or less is totally
unacceptable).(2) Roughly what percentage of his practice involves personal
injury cases? If its less than 75% say goodbye.(3) Does he often represent
corporations and/or insurance companies? If he does than forge it, excuse
yourself and take a walk.Hes not a Plaintiffs attorney (youre a Plaintiff) hes a
Defendants attorney (the insurance company is a Defendant). Hes not for
you!PAYING THE LAWYER - THE WRITTEN FEE AGREEMENT: After youve discussed the
facts of your case you may be able to get some sense from the attorney how much
he thinks your case is worth, and how difficult it may be to get the insurance
company to pay that amount.(He probably wont commit himself. Hell do a song and
dance that would put Madonna to shame). Once youve grappled with that ask him
exactly how much hes going to charge you for handling your case?If youre at
fault for the accident and its only your damaged ego that demands legal action
hes going to charge you for every move he makes - - and there can be a ton of
them - - at hundreds of dollars an hour.If you have a case in which the other
driver is clearly at fault (and your damages are substantial) his heart will be
pounding with glee and hell be salivating furiously to have you hire him. In
that instance hell be quite willing to waive all potential charges.Usually, in
the majority of cases, it should be a straight Contingency Fee with no costs
assessed to you. Once your financial deal has been agreed upon ask him to put
that into writing, in his Written Fee Agreement.(If he balks at a Written Fee
Agreement you should begin to hum that old tune Ill See Ya Later Alligator, get
up, thank him for his time, and exit that office)Copyright (c) 2003 by Daniel G.
Baldyga. All rights ReservedDISCLAIMER: The only purpose of this insurance
claim tip FINDING THE RIGHT LAWYER is to help people understand the motor
vehicle accident claim process. Neither Dan Baldyg nor ARTICLE CITY make any
guarantee of any kind whatsoever; NOR do they purport to engage in rendering any
professional or legal service; NOR to substitute for a lawyer, an insurance
adjuster, or claims consultant or the like. Where such professional help is
desired it is the INDIVIDUALS RESPONSIBILITY to obtain said services. Dan
Baldygas third and latest book AUTO ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY INSURANCE CLAIM
(How To Evaluate And Settle Your Loss)can be found on the internet at
http://www.autoaccidentclaims.com. This book reveals "How To" successfully
handle your motor vehicle accident claim, so you won't be taken advantage of. It
also goes into detail regarding the revolutionary BASE (The Baldyga Auto
Accident Settlement Evalation Formula). BASE explains how to determine the value
of the "Pain and Suffering" you endured - - because of your personal
injury.Copyright (c) By Daniel G. Baldyga. All Rights ReservedAbout The
AuthorFor over 30 years Dan Baldyga was a claims adjuster, supervisor, manager
and also a trial assisstant. He is now retired and spends his time attempting to
assist those involved in motor vehicle accident claims so they will not be taken
advantage of. Mail to: dbpaw@attbi.com
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