Why Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?

If you are in an accident and suffered severe injuries. You may think that calling the insurance company and filing a claim is enough. You may also wonder, “why do I need a personal injury lawyer?”. Being injured in an accident is a traumatic event that can change your life in an instant.  

The resulting financial pressure can jeopardize your and your family’s financial future.  Without professional help. You could be stuck under a mountain of medical-related costs. Working with a qualified personal injury attorney. Is absolutely the best way to ensure maximum financial compensation.  

Why Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?

There are several reasons that you may need a personal injury lawyer. While some may not seem as significant as others. The overall result you’ll get from working with an attorney is much better than going after your claim solo. Here are two crucial reasons you may want to speak with a lawyer before anything else. 

The Insurance Company Will Work Hard to Pay You, Less

Simply put, the insurance company does not care about you. They have a team of adjusters and lawyers who specifically work toward the goal of paying you as little as possible. Not only will they try to lowball your claim or even deny it.  They will also try various tactics to get you to say or do things that will give them leverage to pay you less. 

A Personal Injury Lawyer Will Have Priceless Experience with Personal Injury Claims 

While a personal injury claim is filing paperwork and negotiating with the insurer.  You are only doing a disservice to yourself if you don’t have extensive experience in such things. 

An attorney will often have a wealth of experience. Not only successfully dealing with similar injury claims and cases. But also experience in fighting the insurance adjusters. Giving them evidence that cannot be ignored or minimized. 

Your Lawyer Will Be an Invaluable Source of Knowledge & Guidance

Most importantly, your lawyer will be a source of knowledge and guidance throughout the entire process. They will be able to help you identify all potential damages that you can recover. As well as how you can best prove those damages to strengthen your case. 

How To Choose a Personal Injury Lawyer? 

If you think you may have a valid claim for recovering damages related to a personal injury. Don’t just pick a name off the internet. Make sure the personal injury attorney you choose has what it takes to make your claim successful. Here are two major things to consider. 

How Many Years Have They Been Practicing?

One of the biggest factors in choosing a personal injury lawyer is how long they’ve been practicing. Some lawyers only have a few years of experience. Ultimately leaving them unprepared or underqualified to take on certain complex cases. You should look for an attorney that has decades of experience practicing law.  

Do They Have Sufficient Trial Experience?

Another factor to take into consideration when looking for an attorney. Is whether they have enough trial experience to back up your case.  Ideally, your lawyer will advocate for you. Serving as your personal expert negotiator when dealing with the insurer. In some cases, an acceptable settlement cannot be reached before going to trial.  

In cases like these, you don’t want an attorney whose only experience is sending out demand letters and negotiating. You want someone who knows the ins and outs of the courtroom so they can see your case through to the end. 

Let Devkota Advocate for Your Injury Compensation

At the Devkota Law Firm, we have represented Kansas City residents for more than 20 years. We have taken some of the most challenging and complex cases to trial. Bringing priceless industry experience. As well as the drive to advocate for your maximum compensatory recovery.  

If you’ve been injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence or reckless behavior. Reach out today and discuss the details of your claim with a member of our legal team.