Seeking the help of an experienced personal injury attorney can be extremely helpful in negotiating the often chaotic and confusing world of insurance claims and settlements.

An attorney can advise you of any time limits (called statutes of limitations) that can bar you from filing a lawsuit against the at-fault driver.

They have experience obtaining the necessary evidence to support your claim, including gathering police reports, witness statements, medical records and bills, and employment and lost wage information.

Because most injury attorneys work on a contingent-fee basis and only get paid if there is a successful resolution to your claim, there is often little incentive to try to handle these types of claims on your own – especially when significant injurie

For instance, in many states, you must file your lawsuit within two years of your car accident or be forever prohibited from filing your lawsuit.
Whereas this may be your first time dealing with the ins and outs of an accident claim, injury attorneys have dealt with all manner of claims and a variety of insurance companies.