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17 Nov, 2021 by Kimberly a brown
12 Jul, 2021 by Teresa sparks
They seem to be afraid of fighting the city of altus
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11 Jun, 2021 by Barbara snook
Mr.Vassar is (was) great with my case. He always returned my calls and answered all my questions.
No matter how dumb they might of been.
He stayed in contact with me about everything that was happening with my case.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Crystal brown
08 Jul, 2024 by Paul dobbins
Called to get some information. I took 3 days to finally get answers back. My situation was a little different and divorce was filed on Jan 10th. Looking through papers I realized I had 20 days to respond. Tried contacting her on the 19th to get something scheduled and finally heard back on the 23rd. Her office assistant tells me "Stefani says you shouldn't have waited until the last minute to contact her." Not really what you want to hear already going through a very stressful situation. Unprofessional and not someone I would want representing me after just a small taste of how the clients are treated.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Cindy bouakadakis
Horrible attorney.. You want good representation, you would be better off saving your money for a better attorney..
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05 Apr, 2024 by C cruz
Don't waste your time on these people, they want you to tell them everything that is going on in detail and without even giving explanation. They tell you we can't help you. DO NOT RECOMMEND them for anything!!!
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19 Jan, 2024 by Jajuan hamilton
18 Jan, 2024 by Shawna stafford
05 Apr, 2024 by C cruz
Don't waste your time on these people, they want you to tell them everything that is going on in detail and without even giving explanation. They tell you we can't help you. DO NOT RECOMMEND them for anything!!!
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19 Jan, 2024 by Jajuan hamilton
18 Jan, 2024 by Shawna stafford
01 Dec, 2022 by Unknown unknown
01 Mar, 2022 by Fatih akbas
I worked with Jim Bullard from this law firm. It was a divorce case with a minor child. I am writing this review as a person who got shared legal and physical custody. But we didn't go to court. My ex-wife and I decided to share it. I don't recommend Jim Bullard to anyone for a divorce case. At the beginning, he can hook your interest easily to take your case but he doesn't put effort later. He is not a detail oriented person. He is also lack of professionalism. In the middle of the process, he can tell you go find a different attorney if you are not happy with me. If you want to pay somebody who keeps your files together and answers some question he can help you. But you can find anyone for less amount of money.
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12 Dec, 2021 by Dustin horton
James Bullard was a beacon of hope during an incredibly trying time. I truly appreciate what he was able to accomplish with my divorce case, and could not recommend him more. Thank you James.
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01 Mar, 2022 by Fatih akbas
I worked with Jim Bullard from this law firm. It was a divorce case with a minor child. I am writing this review as a person who got shared legal and physical custody. But we didn't go to court. My ex-wife and I decided to share it. I don't recommend Jim Bullard to anyone for a divorce case. At the beginning, he can hook your interest easily to take your case but he doesn't put effort later. He is not a detail oriented person. He is also lack of professionalism. In the middle of the process, he can tell you go find a different attorney if you are not happy with me. If you want to pay somebody who keeps your files together and answers some question he can help you. But you can find anyone for less amount of money.
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12 Dec, 2021 by Dustin horton
James Bullard was a beacon of hope during an incredibly trying time. I truly appreciate what he was able to accomplish with my divorce case, and could not recommend him more. Thank you James.
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30 Nov, 2023 by Anonymous
Very nice guy until you hire him, Non responsive, unprepared for court, no strategy to win, just goes along for the ride, doesn’t read emails but charges for them , and then gets surprised when issue comes up in court. You would never know if he would show up for court, you would be reminding him without a response dozens of times then he would show last minute and walk around, very incompetent, doesn’t have any DHS contacts, you have to provide it to him, never advocate for the client with DHS, literally tells the other side he is just there for the money, hangs on to the judge summary so he can charge to send it to you later, then charges but doesn’t send it, corrects errors in opposing counsel’s work, and charges the client, petitions are misspelled and you can expect to pay $2800 for each document he files. Therefore who can afford to reply ? Has no staff so you pay $300/hr for admin work. Having him in your corner was 3 times more stressful than the court issue. Also, won’t answer questions saying he can’t give you legal advice on the case or other petitions even though he was paid. Something very quirky with this guy. Sadly the case could have been quashed on day 1 if he was competent as other party lied on the petition regarding title 30 criteria, etc. motivated by filthy lucre and will milk you dry and will not advance your case . Will obligate you financially going way over the retainer.
Avoid and run away.
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17 Aug, 2023 by Kenzie crockett
My boyfriend had been a client of Matt’s for some time. Never had any issues, he always had my boyfriend put cash in an envelope with his name on it in his drop box (which is shady but we could never get ahold of him to give it to someone directly so he advised us to do this instead.)My boyfriend had a balance of $600ish and dropped him off $1500 in March OVER paying him to take care of future matters. Now fast forward to this August, Mr. Eckstein is claiming he never received our March payment even though the day in question we let him know we were dropping money off. We had done this method NUMEROUS times before and never had any issues. On top of that, he did absolutely nothing to solve our case, and we settled it with the other party outside the help of Mr. Eckstein because we could NEVER get ahold of him. I’m not sure why he’s scamming his loyal customers but DO NOT do business here, he is a FRAUD!
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10 May, 2023 by Court humphrey
Mr Eckstein is a great attorney, who diligently works for his client.
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05 Feb, 2022 by Marissa reyes
He's really been helping me out
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05 Jan, 2022 by Danny g. jr
He is a thief and works for DA
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11 Sep, 2021 by Joanne davis
Great attorney
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09 Aug, 2023 by Bryce larson
It's nice to know you can sue a business wrongfully and not have to pay a price or say your sorry. Sorry excuse for a Bae member.
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09 Aug, 2023 by Todd iredell
Couldn’t get the basics correct between red dirt construction and red dirt electric. And not even make amends to the owner of a small business.
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09 Aug, 2023 by Jeff fields
They file a lawsuit against the wrong company (we are human and make mistakes) but they refuse to make a public apology or pay for the company's legal expenses to undue their error. Why hire someone with those ethics?
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01 Mar, 2023 by Alice
I had solid work done.
Kathleen stayed focused on the most important aspects of the situation and was easy to work with.
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19 Jul, 2020 by Anonymous
We hired Kathleen in March 2020, in July 2020 we had to hire a new attorney. 4 months and $10K later! Kathleen did nothing to help our case. She let the opposing attorney run over her and call all of the shots. She was very good at charging us but did nothing to help out case. Literally nothing. We are actually worse off than we were when we started. I do not recommend her at all.
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20 Oct, 2015 by Ch
Gary Morris and his staff is a great. I found his staff very caring and attentive to detail. Unlike other people I know with workers comp cases who would wait months or even years to.see a doctor, Mr Morris got me to a doctor the same week that I hired him!
I got to see a really good doctor that really cared about gettinge better and helped me a bunch.
I believe that I chose the right attorney. I was really hurt and because Mr Morris is so well respected, I dont think that I had to put up with all the scarey nightmares that some other injured workers have to go through.
I would tell my best friend, if you are hirt at work, don't let an insurance company get away with pushing you around and act like you aren't hurt. Hire Gary Morris.
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01 Sep, 2015 by Anonymous
You don't get Mr. Morris you get the bad Associate. The staff is horrible. Courtney especially. I will never use them again. They have no professionalism. I have never been so misrepresented. They don't listen and they have no compassion.
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22 Jan, 2024 by Wendy west
Does not side with her own client. Won't listen to clients side of petition . Highly recommend you run from her as fast as you can.
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10 Dec, 2017 by Felecia jones
03 Sep, 2024 by Lukecia
Lawyer did not respond to requests for case information. Never met this lawyer in person. Sent a representative instead and then the representative never responded to any case information.
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17 Sep, 2023 by Carol kennedy
Been renting from them for over a year and a half always helpful and friendly
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06 Sep, 2023 by Kelsey gilley
Disrespectful, and very unprofessional
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18 Jul, 2023 by Hawkeye
21 Aug, 2024 by Leslie tag
Toni Capra shared confidential photos and information from a COS case. She was drunk or high at a cookout in Medicine Park when she opened her phone and shared with the group confidential information. The child was a teen and had malnutrition, the father was trying to get the child.
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25 Jul, 2023 by K l
I hired Toni in April 2022 to represent me in a divorce and custody case. I walked away with nothing (my choice)and it still took her till November to get me divorced and till March before in was finial and i got my decree. In that time she barely returned phone calls or emails. I took off work to show up for a court date that had been moved. Which she nor her assistant told me about. She had no less than 6 assistants in the 10 month period she represented me. She was always rude, careless and unhelpful to giving me any information regarding my case. I originally gave her $4,000.00 to start. She billed me 80$ for 5 minute phone calls. On top of other countless services that were never rendered or completely unnecessary. i continued to pay her on the additional 3,000.00 + she said i owed her to continue with a motion to modify child support after the divorce was final. Some how filing one motion warranted a bill that large. Then in April she stopped answering my calls and emails all together. In May i finally got an email response after many many failed attempts to reach her only to say she once again had no assistant. Then I received a letter at the end of last month saying she was dropping me for non payment. Like payment for what? She did nothing beyond be a legal go between for my case. Do not hire this woman. If I could go back in time I wouldn’t let this woman represent for free.
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13 Jun, 2023 by Kimberly a brown
22 Aug, 2024 by Samdjaliza smith
31 Oct, 2023 by Marcia a allen
Susan P Moran was initially the attorney of Shirley V McClain, our aunt. She provided Shirley with excellent advice for approximately 10 years, and after her death in 2003, continued to assist us in sorting through her estate. I can not recommend her more highly, and if we lived in OKC, we would most assuredly be relying on her expert knowledge and advice.
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23 Oct, 2023 by Greg nelson
Employees rude, slow to assist. Give you the runaround
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19 Aug, 2024 by Latisha harris
My ex used this attorney. Ididn't have one. I signed divorce papers agreeing to certain things. As soon as I signed ex changed his agreed upon payments. Told his attorney. Nothing.
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16 May, 2023 by Matthew kelpine
I really hope you get a pair of nuts someday. You took 8 years of my kids life away from me. Stop bending over for someone else. Fight for people, its not hard, see what is right.
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11 Apr, 2023 by 10x living at grandview
Quite literally the worst lawyer you could get. Zero communication, lies to the courts and other lawyers to cover up the fact that he forgot about court dates. I could write a novel as to how atrocious this man is. For the love of God do not hire this fraud.
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20 Oct, 2022 by Roger brown
20 Oct, 2019 by Joshua wheaton
03 Oct, 2019 by Amber seiling
BEWARE!
Complaints can be filed with the OK Bar Association.
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30 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
Auto accident, I was rear-ended by a severely intoxicated person, got the name and license plate number before he filed the scene. After five years he simply said he couldn't find the guy to depose him and settled. I didn't even get enough money to cover the college tuition I had to drop out of because of this accident. Not to mention the other medical bills that never got paid. Still needed injections in my back I couldn't afford. Left me in a horrible jam.
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20 Nov, 2022 by Debra stitt
Rob was patient. Came to see me. Has helped in every way!! Worked a settlement where I saw no hope. He's clever & knows the law. I highly recommend him to anyone.
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05 Aug, 2020 by David
After 2 1/2 years of Mr. Haiges working on a simple probate for me I had to fire him and get another attorney. He showed little interest in the case, would not return phone calls and filled paperwork wrongly for the case, sometimes in the wrong county.
This was a very hard time for me after my mother passed away and he made matters worse by not handling the case correctly.
I would not recommend Robert Haiges
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26 Jun, 2024 by Jen h
21 Mar, 2024 by Karmia williams
The following is my personal experience and opinion: Adult man was witnessed by two adults flicking my 15 year daughter’s skirt back in 2019. DA refused to file charges. Since then this same man has sent a completely nude photo to a 14 year old and seems to have possibly done something else similar because he currently has a case pending in court. If the DA had done their job the first time to stop this predator then maybe there would not be more victims! The DA has known he’s a predator for years!
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14 Jan, 2024 by Shannon mccormick
Just watched "Accused: guilty or innocent" documentary episode on Rebecca Hogue trial. I was so Absolutely appalled by Oklahoma state , the above D.A/ office & residing judge I had to say something. They completely victim shamed & labeled a traumatized grieving mother, completely abusing tax payers money prosecuting this woman on a complete farce case, completely manipulating the jury but not allowing crucial evidence that would've had the case thrown out. I am absolutely Disgusted that this is how our system actually works. I truly believe we the people need to push for more serious laws on accountability & punishments for elected officials, judges and/or their office whom abuse and manipulate our justice systems in this way. It is out of control in every state and this documentary shows just how deplorable it is no matter the case.
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20 Feb, 2023 by Terry pitt
Rude
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10 Feb, 2023 by Loni huerta
Won't help was to busy.
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25 Jul, 2019 by Leanna johnson
17 Jan, 2023 by Anonymous
Had me sit in jail for one whole month and said the DA had video evidence of me committing the crime. Was filed as a misdemeanor then changed to a felony? Marty said if I wanted to fight it that I’d have to sit in jail for three more months before the Pre-Trail date then another six months before the trial starts. Then claimed I’d be found guilty and go to prison for years. He recommended I plead guilty to everything I was charged with so I could get out of jail, so I did. Right after I got out I called him and asked to review our discovery and the “evidence” the DA had, mainly just wanted to see the video that I didn’t think existed cause I didn’t commit this crime. Well it turned out there was no video!! I sat in jail for 30 days with absolutely no evidence against me and this pos Attorney had me plea guilty! I withdrew my plea and was never charged again. You couldn’t pay me to have this incompetent man represent me ever again.
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22 Feb, 2022 by Tommy m.
He will cash your check immediately but he doesn't care about doing his job.
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25 Jul, 2021 by Anonymous
He doesn't care about the story or facts about your case, so long as he gets paid and he will mess up anything or anyone that you want. Especially if you're the mother. Mothers here you go, fathers be wary.
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07 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
Horrible communication, I had to do all the research and when I gave them information to notify the opposing side they sat on it for months before trying to serve them (which they obviously were away from that location by that time). They had SEVERAL clerical errors in their documents and didn't notify me of issues that arose and I had to find out from the state and call them to get it handled.
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31 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous
I hired Mr. Pearson to work my custody case a few years ago. I had gathers mounds of evidence and this was my first time every dealing with going to court so i was unsure of what was needed. There wasnt much guidance on what he needed from me. When i did get him the info needed. He didnt use it. I wanted to fight for custody due to several reasons i wont list on here, and i thought that was what we were going to do. Unfortunately I didnt see any paperwork for our divorce until we got to court that morning and turns out he was friends with the opposing attorney and they had written up our decree as joint. Which was a shock for me. And i honestly was ok with the joint custody. But several things in the decree were in favor of one party and it has caused so many issues for our child. So be wary and shop around. Make sure you find someone who is willing to work with and for you and not for themselves.
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01 Sep, 2019 by Mohamad
i hired him to do an immigration case
against my gut feeling that he does not have the knowledge or the experience to handle the case.
after i paid him 3500 dollars
he did waste my did not do anything and played gamed all the time
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21 May, 2022 by Anonymous
She was a horrible lawyer! I had to ask her you resign from my case! And she still charged crazy amounts of money.
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17 Sep, 2018 by Anonymous
I used Ms. Gusman in a MVA, and she only called me to tell me that there isn't enough insurance money for me to get the surgery that I NEED!! and pay her at the same time along with the medical bills. Has ZERO empathy for her clients. She didn't try to help find a solution. What is the point of a lawyer?
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31 Oct, 2019 by Anonymous
Signed a contract with this Attorney after being illegally fired for getting injured at work. Christina Cupp had my file for over 10 months & never Filed my case with the Court. She told my family & I on a phone call ,she may have a conflict of interest representing me. She informed us she was doing work for one of the 3rd party administrators of my WC claim.
When the final deadline approached for filing & CC had not filed yet; I questioned if the delay was due to the conflict of interest.
Instead of just being honest & clarifying her representation of my claim, she got very angry at my questioning her & fired me as a client.
Because of her delay in filing we were not able to retain a replacement Attorney in time to file my case & sue for wrongful discharge. The out of state company that broke a Oklahoma Labor Law for firing me while still under a Doctor’s care, basically got away with it because of this Attorney’s lack of ability to be honest & forthcoming. To make things worse she set up a scenario to make it seem it was my fault because I questioned her reason for not filing my case with the Court.
There are many honest well intentioned Attorney’s in Oklahoma, but avoid hiring this one.
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24 Jul, 2013 by Anonymous
Very unprofessional lawyer. Still waiting on 5 unreturned phone calls & 2 unreturned emails. This was nearly a month ago. Definitely can't recommend Brad to anyone out there.
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06 Feb, 2024 by Joshua landers
If you want someone to sue and garnish wages of people in an hoa, this is your people. Representation of the biggest scam since y2k is all they do.
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30 Jun, 2022 by Katie bergner
Very rude and short
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What a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Do for You
A personal injury lawyer specializes in helping individuals who have been physically or emotionally injured due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another party. Whether you've been hurt in a car accident, suffered a slip and fall, or experienced medical malpractice, a personal injury attorney works to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries. They can help you recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related expenses.
Personal injury lawyers act as your advocate, navigating the legal system on your behalf and dealing with insurance companies to ensure you get the compensation you deserve. They understand how to handle complex legal matters and help you avoid common pitfalls.
When Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Hiring a personal injury lawyer can be beneficial in many situations where you've been harmed due to another's negligence. Some key scenarios include:
- Severe injuries: If you've suffered significant or permanent injuries that result in substantial medical bills, a lawyer can help ensure you are fairly compensated.
- Long-term or permanent disability: Injuries that affect your ability to work or require ongoing medical treatment are complex, and a lawyer can help estimate long-term damages.
- Disputed liability: If the responsible party or their insurance company denies liability for your injury, a lawyer can gather evidence and advocate on your behalf.
- Insurance company lowball offers: Insurers often try to settle personal injury claims for as little as possible. A lawyer can negotiate to get you a fair settlement.
- Medical malpractice claims: Injuries caused by a doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider due to negligence require a personal injury lawyer experienced in medical malpractice law.
- Exposure to hazardous substances: If you've been injured due to exposure to toxins, chemicals, or dangerous substances, a lawyer can help pursue legal action.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process is crucial, especially if you're unsure of the full extent of your injuries or damages.
What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do?
A personal injury lawyer provides a wide range of services to guide you through the legal process and maximize your compensation. They can:
- Evaluate your case: A lawyer will assess the strength of your claim and determine whether you have a viable case.
- Investigate the incident: Gathering evidence such as police reports, witness statements, medical records, and expert opinions is key to building a strong case.
- Negotiate with insurance companies: Lawyers handle communications with insurance companies to ensure you receive a fair settlement and aren't taken advantage of.
- File a lawsuit if necessary: If a fair settlement can't be reached, the lawyer can file a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf and represent you in court.
- Help calculate damages: This includes medical expenses, lost wages, future medical needs, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
- Prepare and file legal documents: Lawyers handle all the paperwork and deadlines associated with your case, including filing motions and discovery requests.
- Represent you at trial: If your case goes to trial, the lawyer will argue your case before a judge and jury to obtain the compensation you deserve.
How Are Personal Injury Lawyers Paid?
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means they only get paid if they win your case, either through settlement or a court judgment. Here’s how it works:
- Contingency fee percentage: The lawyer will take a percentage of the settlement or award, typically between 25% and 40%, depending on the complexity of the case and the stage at which it's resolved.
- Costs and expenses: In addition to the contingency fee, the lawyer may deduct other costs associated with the case, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, and court costs. These expenses are often advanced by the lawyer and repaid out of the settlement.
- No upfront payment: Since the lawyer’s fee is contingent on winning, you usually don’t pay anything upfront.
Always discuss the lawyer’s fee structure during your consultation to avoid surprises.
How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a personal injury lawyer depends on the specifics of your case and the lawyer’s fee structure. However, since most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, the amount you pay will depend on the outcome of your case. Here are some general guidelines:
- Contingency fees: Typically range from 25% to 40% of the settlement or award. The percentage may increase if the case goes to trial or requires an appeal.
- Other costs: In addition to the lawyer's fee, you may be responsible for case-related expenses such as expert witness fees, medical record retrieval fees, and court costs. These are often deducted from your settlement, so you won't have to pay out of pocket.
While the cost may seem high, hiring an experienced lawyer can significantly increase the amount you recover, making it a worthwhile investment.
Top Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer
Before hiring a personal injury lawyer, it's essential to ask questions to ensure you’re choosing the right representation. Here are some important questions to ask:
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What is your experience with personal injury cases like mine?
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What is your fee structure?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges a contingency fee and what percentage they will take from any settlement or award. -
How long will my case take?
While it's hard to predict, a lawyer can give you an estimate based on similar cases they’ve handled. -
How often do you take cases to trial?
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Will you personally handle my case?
In larger firms, junior lawyers or paralegals may handle some aspects of your case, so it's important to know who will be managing your claim. -
Do you have references from past clients?
Speaking with past clients can provide valuable insight into the lawyer’s effectiveness and professionalism.
How to Check the Credibility of a Personal Injury Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a credible personal injury lawyer, take the following steps:
- Check bar association records: Verify that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any history of disciplinary actions.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Online platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, and Google reviews can provide insight into the lawyer's reputation and client satisfaction.
- Look at their track record: Review their experience with personal injury cases, particularly how many cases they’ve successfully resolved or taken to trial.
- Ask for references: Credible lawyers should be willing to provide references from past clients who can vouch for their work.
- Check professional memberships: Lawyers who are members of respected organizations, like the American Association for Justice (AAJ), often have a solid reputation in the field.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first meeting with a personal injury lawyer, prepare the following:
- Detailed account of the accident: Write down everything you remember about the incident, including dates, times, and locations. Include any witnesses or police reports if available.
- Medical records and bills: Bring any documentation of your injuries, treatments, and associated medical costs.
- Insurance information: Provide your insurance details and any communication you’ve had with the other party’s insurance company.
- Employment and income records: If your injury has impacted your ability to work, bring proof of lost wages or reduced earning capacity.
- Photos or videos: If you have photos of the accident scene, your injuries, or property damage, bring them to your consultation.
- Questions for the lawyer: Prepare a list of questions to ask, including how the lawyer will handle your case and what you can expect in terms of timeline and outcome.
By preparing thoroughly for your first consultation, you’ll help the lawyer understand your case more quickly and get a better sense of your legal options.
