Introduction & Overview
Introduction & Overview
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Will You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Find out when you can handle your own personal injury claim, and when you would be well-served lawyering up.
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How to Find the Right Personal Injury Lawyer
Tips on finding and choosing a personal injury attorney for advice, or to represent you in a personal injury case.
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How Lawyers Decide Whether to Take Your Case
You may think you have a great personal injury case, but if no lawyer wants to take it, there may be a critical element missing.
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What Will Your Personal Injury Lawyer Do?
Here's how your personal injury lawyer works to get the best result for your case.
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When You and Your Lawyer File a Personal Injury Lawsuit
A personal injury lawyer can help you decide if and when to file a lawsuit in court.
Managing Lawyers' Fees and Legal Expenses
Managing Lawyers' Fees and Legal Expenses
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Lawyers' Fees in Your Personal Injury Case
Personal injury lawyers usually work on a "contingency fee" basis, which is dependent on a favorable outcome for the client.
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Negotiating Reduced Personal Injury Lawyer Fees
Negotiate a reduced contingency percentage, or an alternative lawyer fee agreement, and keep more of your injury settlement money or court award in your pocket.
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Managing Lawyer Costs and Expenses in a Personal Injury Case
Learn about the fees and costs associated with hiring a lawyer to handle your personal injury case - and when it makes sense.
Types of Cases That May Need an Attorney
Types of Cases That May Need an Attorney
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When to Hire a Lawyer After a Car Accident
Usually, car accidents involving serious or long-term injuries require an attorney to get the most desirable outcome.
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Should You Hire a Lawyer for a Slip and Fall Injury Case?
When key issues like fault for your slip and fall and the extent of your injuries are in dispute, a lawyer may be your best bet.
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What is a Tort? Tort Law, Tort Claims, and Tort Lawyers
A variety of cases fall under the "tort" umbrella, and not all tort lawyers specialize in personal injury.
As Your Case Progresses
As Your Case Progresses
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How a Lawyer Settles a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Your lawyer has a settlement plan in mind, and it doesn’t necessarily include settling at the earliest opportunity.
Problems That May Come Up
Problems That May Come Up
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Considerations When Firing a Personal Injury Lawyer
You've decided to end the client-attorney relationship. Here's how to handle it.
