In any one day, you may come across a dozen legal advertisements. Whether on television, a billboard on your commute to work, the side of a bus or in the mail, the influx of ads can make choosing an attorney difficult. The truth is, not all personal injury lawyers are created equal. Finding the best attorney for your personal injury claim comes down to more than just who’s ad you last saw. Here are a few qualifications to look out for when finding the right personal injury attorney for your case:
Arguably, the most important trait for a personal injury attorney is that they are licensed and regularly practice in the state where your accident occurred. Every state has different statutes and procedures concerning personal injury cases. That’s why it’s important to find an attorney who is thoroughly familiar with them in the event your case goes into litigation. Almost always, your case will take place in the state in which your accident occurred. For example, if you are a New York resident injured in an accident in North Carolina on your way to vacation, then you’ll want the assistance of a North Carolina attorney, not a New York one.
Secondly, it’s crucial to find an attorney who primarily practices personal injury. There are a lot of general practice firms out there that practice multiple areas, from family law to criminal. While sometimes it’s convenient to have an attorney that can do a little bit of everything, in these cases, it’s best to find someone who has personal injury at the center of their practice. The more an attorney is concentrated in one area, as opposed to multiple, the more likely they’re an expert in that practice area. An attorney who deals with the same types of cases each day will have knowledge and insight that allows them to more easily and efficiently deal with any problem that may arise in your case.
Once you’ve picked the right attorney to take on your personal injury case, the hardest part is over! Your lawyer will take care of the rest and keep you informed as the process goes along.
Here at Yelverton Litigators, our team of personal injury attorneys regularly practice and are licensed in both North and South Carolina. They thoroughly understand the differences in the laws for each state and know how to work them to your advantage. Let us fight for you!
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