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[+][—]Do You Need To Hire A Lawyer?

The importance of legal counsel in a personal injury case cannot be emphasized enough. It can most certainly affect what is recovered, if anything at all, from an at-fault negligent party. The reality is, and it should be of no surprise, those parties and their insurance companies will do everything in their power to avoid having to pay for their negligence. There have been instances where settlement offers are given to accident victims so soon after the occurrence, that they feel compelled to just take the money. This can create enormous issues concerning any potential permanent injuries that may have resulted from another party’s negligence and the bills that result from future losses caused by the injuries.

Without proper legal assistance, one may be quick to make a decision that very well could be to their detriment. If an insurance company is able to successfully negotiate a settlement with a victim, then they have essentially won. Their goal is to sweep their problem under the rug as quickly as possible. Many times these negotiation tactics are leveraged by statements to victims claiming that hiring a lawyer will only complicate matters and will cost high dollar amounts. It is extremely important to remember whose interests the insurance company is attempting to protect.

In order to understand what an accident case is valued at, an objective assessment of the facts of the incident must be properly evaluated. An attorney will provide such expertise in determining every possible issue, including, who is liable, who or what caused the accident and what damages came as a result of the negligence. When you have an attorney working for you, the negligent party is less likely and often unable to manipulate the circumstances to their benefit. Insurance companies know very well what your possible claim could cost them and they will do all that is in their power to pay you as little as possible for your injury. Hiring an attorney will help to ensure you receive what is properly owed to you.

Without proper legal representation, people who are injured in an accident may not be aware of their legal rights or know what is needed for their case to have a successful outcome. Was the police report filled out properly? Did the other driver receive the citation? Did you take pictures? Did you get the contact information from any witnesses? Did you go to the hospital? Did you write everything down? You can still have a case if you are missing some of these things, but it does make it more difficult the longer you wait to hire an attorney.

The accident you were involved in and the injuries you sustained should be taken very seriously. To avoid any unfortunate legal mishaps along the way, it is in your best interest to seek legal advice as soon as possible. Contact the Fort Lauderdale accident attorneys at Madalon Law today to get a full understanding of your case’s value, obtain the aggressive legal representation that is needed and receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

[+][—]What You Should Expect When Hiring an Attorney

THE FORT LAUDERDALE ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS AT MADALON LAW WANT YOU TO KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN HIRING AN ATTORNEY

Attorneys are officers of the court. When you hire a lawyer to represent you in a car accident, slip and fall or any type of injury case, your expectations should include your attorney working on your case with extreme diligence. In considering hiring a lawyer, you should make sure that the communication that he or she has with you regarding any and all questions, is clear and understandable, and explains all possible angles in pursuing your lawsuit. As your advocate, your attorney should without a doubt conduct himself with a complete sense of professionalism. It is very important to feel that your attorney is completely honest with you, as they are bound by the code of ethics for lawyers. You should never be influenced to make statements that are not truthful or to hide possible evidence.

As your accident lawsuit progresses, your attorney should be forthcoming with all the positive and negative aspects of your case. You never want your attorney to simply tell you what he thinks you want to hear. It is their responsibility to inform you of new developments as they become known through the course of your lawsuit; that being said, you must always be prepared to hear all news, including the not so good news that may sometimes arise.

There will be many things that your attorney needs to accomplish in preparation for your case. As an experienced lawyer should be expected to do, a thorough research of your case, including an investigation of the incident, should be completed and you should be informed of the results. It is safe to say that your attorney will be working on your case along with others as well. There will be times when a delay in progress seems extended, however, there are elements to a lawsuit that are out of your attorney’s hands. Situations can arise that your attorney will not be able to prevent, such as scheduling with courts, waiting on responses from the defense attorney, and receiving medical records in a timely fashion. These examples are a few of the things that can seem to be unnecessary delays in your case, but you can always contact your attorney to inquire as to the progress of the lawsuit. Your attorney’s responsibility to you is to expedite your case along as quickly as possible.

Lastly, you should always feel as though your attorney is working for you. If you call your attorney’s office with general questions, someone from the firm should be able to answer them. If you are seeking to speak to your attorney specifically, you should be aware that they may be working on additional cases and may not be able to speak with you immediately. This should not be something that is consistent and if you leave a message for them to call you back, then you should expect them to do so.

Understanding how your attorney should be working for you on your accident case is crucial in making your already unpleasant situation a bit less stressful. The legal team at Madalon Law knows what it means to be empathetic and they strive to give the highest standard of customer service possible.

Contact the Fort Lauderdale accident attorneys at Madalon Law now and allow our experienced legal staff to show you exactly what it means to be an aggressive advocate for you, along with being compassionate to your needs.

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Construction Accidents

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Negligent and/or Inadequate Security

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Resort/Vacation Injuries

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Slip and Fall

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Spinal Cord Injury

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Swimming Pool Accidents

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Theme Park Injuries

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Truck Accidents

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Wrongful Death

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Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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