If you’ve been the unfortunate victim of someone else’s negligence, whether it be a car accident, slip and fall, or defective product, you’re probably upset and frustrated with whoever was responsible for your injury—and understandably so! Accidents and injuries usually come hand-in-hand with expensive medical bills, lost wages, and a diminished quality of life. In an extreme case, you might have suffered from a psychological impact, such as lost sleep, increased anxiety, or depression. The most important thing you can do in this situation is to focus your frustration into taking constructive action against the responsible party. This is where a professional and experienced personal injury attorney can help you.
The importance of hiring a personal injury attorney as soon after your accident as possible, cannot be understated. When it comes to seeking compensation for an accident or injury, you don’t’ want just any attorney. You’ll want to consult an attorney that has extensive experience in handling accident cases. Due to the fact that laws are complex and numerous, most lawyers only focus on one or two areas of practice. This ensures that they have the time and ability to gain intimate knowledge of the laws involved in their chosen practice area. This also affords the attorney the opportunity to get adequate experience necessary to represent their clients in that type of case, as well as stay informed of any changes in the law that might affect their future cases.
Another advantage of being represented by an experienced and understating personal injury lawyer is their ability to negotiate with insurance companies. Most people have little to no experience dealing with insurance companies. Filing an accident claim can be complicated and time-consuming where one simple mistake can mean the difference between having your claim accepted or denied. An experienced personal injury lawyer will have a considerable amount of knowledge and experience in dealing with insurance companies and can help you file your claim and negotiate your settlement effectively and as soon as possible.
A qualified personal injury lawyer will also be able to advise you in the legal process and what steps should be taken to increase the likelihood of submitting and negotiating a successful claim. They can advise you as to what constitutes proper evidence and how to correctly complete and file paperwork. A professional accident attorney will act as your advisor and advocate in all matters relating to your case. They can benefit you in every step of the legal process, including helping you avoid having to go to court by proposing and negotiating a reasonable settlement that you will be happy with.
If you’ve suffered at the hands of someone else’s negligence, DON’T BE A VICTIM… FIGHT BACK! Immediately consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to get the money you deserve. For one of the most successful personal injury legal teams in Northern Virginia, contact the experienced attorneys at NovaLegalGroup, P.C. at (703) 313-2727.