Legal counsel is necessary for those who want to hold others accountable, understand their options in pursuing legal action, and maximize their compensation. Unfortunately, some individuals might not understand the value of a free initial consultation when choosing legal representation.
Protect Your Interests
A free initial consultation with a personal injury attorney can provide clarity about whether you have a case worth pursuing, and whether the attorney and firm is the right fit for you. It is important to have a thorough understanding of the information you need to make a wise decision about your potential for recovery.
Be prepared to share evidence to support your claim, including pictures, police reports and applicable medical records. Your injury is unique to you, and understanding the incident and injury is the best way for the attorney to provide their insight into your options.
Find Out How Payment Works
Meeting with a lawyer can also help you understand how a contingency plan works. Essentially, you do not pay anything until monetary damages are recovered on your behalf.
You can also learn about what percentage of your potential settlement or judgement the firm will charge for representation, and the services you can expect to receive in exchange. You will also have an opportunity to understand other costs and expenses that can be deducted from your recovery.
Evaluate Your Comfort Level
Attorney-client privilege is merely one consideration of your legal working relationship. Before you retain counsel, ask questions about experience, previous results, communication preferences, all while getting a feeling for how comfortable you would be taking steps toward accountability together.
Navigating the legal system can take time. When another person’s negligence results in an injury, you have the right to take legal action with representation you can trust. Texas laws only allow up to two years to file a claim for personal injury, so time is of the essence.
Meet with one of the friendly attorneys at Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Agosto, Aziz & Stogner by calling 713-222-7211 or toll free at 1‑800-870-9584. We will review your case for free and help you seek compensation for your injuries. You can also make an appointment for a free consultation on our website at www.abrahamwatkins.com.