Getting hurt on the job and getting injured due to a car wreck is traumatizing enough without mentioning the words court and attorney. You might think that damage costs can be solely handled by your insurance, even if it might not cover everything that you need such as medical costs, vehicle damage, and missed work wages, among other things. But there are benefits to having a personal injury attorney in your corner that you might not have considered.
- Having a second pair of eyes will bring a different perspective
When you are the one that has been in an accident and suffering the after-effects of such an unfortunate incident, your state of mind might not be at its best. Having an experienced representative on your side can help you observe all of the factors that cause the accident and which one can help you get the money that you deserve if you were to file a claim in court.
2. They will fight on your behalf
Any good attorney wants what is best for their client. When figuring out how much money you will receive at the end of a case, having a personal injury attorney will be beneficial in the negotiation process against insurance companies and the defendant.
3. Knowledge is power
If you were to decide to file a claim in court on your own you might not know important details that could help your cases such as the statute of limitations to file a claim in court in your state, how much a basic insurance plan covers in your state, and even how to dissect and breakdown the case of the defendant (which could be a single person or an entire company) that you are suing.
4. The damages may cost more than you expected
You know the cost of fixing your front bumper but you might not have taken into consideration the cost of your medical bills. Yeah, you may have only tweaked your neck but that injury could cause long-term back problems. Countless visits to a top-notch chiropractor add up quickly, especially when insurance only covers so much.
5. Understanding legal jargon
You can’t come to court speaking about what happened in layman’s terms and think that will be enough to win a case in court. Having a personal injury attorney that knows about legal clauses and mandates that could apply to your situation to make your case stronger can significantly raise your chances of getting the settlement that you deserve.
Having a professional representative can assist you in ways that you are not even thinking about in a moment of stress and frustration. Knowing that someone has your back and wants what is best for you allows you to focus on recovering from your injuries and give you peace of mind about what the future may hold. Being in an accident can be a draining experience both physically and mentally. Don’t allow a complicated case to further drag you down and leave you in an even worse state than what you began with. Hire a personal injury attorney, you won’t regret it.
Morris Law in the Myrtle Beach Area
Morris Law has helped numerous clients with accident injuries over the years. If you were in an accident caused by a negligent person or entity, call us at (843) 232-0944 or reach out to us online. We will set up a free case review and help you protect your rights.
