How do I know if my case has merit?
The only way to know is to discuss your case with a lawyer. Never accept the advice of insurance adjusters, whose job is to keep you from collecting.

How much money can I collect?
Your compensation will depend on a variety of factors, such as the severity of the accident, your medical expenses, lost wages, insurance coverage, and many others. It will be impossible to evaluate your case properly for many months after the accident. If a lawyer promises a specific amount of money or guarantees an outcome, beware: you are likely to be disappointed.

If you can’t trust your lawyer to tell it to you straight—bad news as well as good—find another lawyer.

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How do I choose the right lawyer for my case?
This decision is critical: The success of your case will depend on the skill and diligence of the lawyer you choose.

Some important questions to ask include:

· What legal areas do you specialize in? — A lawyer who practices in more than a few legal areas may not have the expertise to successfully fight a personal injury case.

· What is your experience in similar cases? — Also ask how long the lawyer has been practicing in personal injury law, and what experience he or she has in your particular type of case.

· Are you willing to litigate? — The threat of a court battle is a powerful incentive to insurance companies to offer you a reasonable settlement. A lawyer who refuses to go to court is unlikely to get the same results.

· Do you charge for expenses? — While most personal injury lawyers operate on a “no recovery, no fee” basis, some charge for expenses even if the case is not successful. You could end up paying sizable fees out of your own pocket.

· What is your success rate? — Only a lawyer with a success rate of 98% or higher is likely to get you the highest possible compensation.

· Can you accommodate my special needs and/or my schedule? — Finally, if you have any special needs, such as language barriers or a tight work schedule, make sure the lawyer can accommodate them.