What does a personal injury lawyer do?

A personal injury lawyer does many things for you, including:

  • Investigate the facts of your claim, gathering medical records, accident reports, witness testimony, and other evidence needed to make your claim stronger.
  • Advise you about the law and your options, giving you the information you need to make decisions about whether to accept a settlement or move forward to a trial.
  • Let you know what to expect at every stage of the legal process.
  • Negotiate with the other lawyers in the case, working to get you a better settlement and make sure you are not taken advantage of.
  • Advocate for you at trial if the insurance company does not agree to a reasonable settlement that meets your needs.

By handling all the legal details and keeping you informed of the progress of your case, your attorney allows you to focus on what is really important: healing from your injury.