According to an article in The Indy Star, accidents were on the rise in 2020 despite stay-at-home orders and more people working remotely. It’s still too early to tell whether those numbers will continue to rise in subsequent years, but one thing is certain: Each year, thousands of accidents result in injury and hundreds are fatal. If you or someone you loved were injured in an auto accident through no fault of your own, you may need help from an Indianapolis personal injury attorney.
How a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help
If you were injured in a car accident but are getting pushback from the other driver’s insurance company, a personal injury attorney may be able to help. An attorney is knowledgeable about laws and can help you meet any deadlines on time, leaving you free to heal at home as much as possible. Lawyers also have the knowledge necessary to not only calculate how much you are already owed in compensation but to estimate how much your injury will cost you down the line. A lawyer can help you negotiate with the insurance company and, of course, if it comes down to it, help you put together a case and go in front of a judge.
Questions To Ask a Personal Injury Attorney
It’s important to gather information before you hire a personal injury lawyer. First, ask if the attorney is experienced in accident cases. “Personal injury” is an all-encompassing term, so some attorneys may have car accident experience while others don’t. Next, find out how much you’ll pay. Most work on a contingency basis and take about one-third of what you receive in a case. Finally, ask whether the attorney sees any difficulties in your case and if so, how he or she plans to fight them. Be wary of lawyers who make it seem as if your case is easier than most or will not be difficult in some way.
If you or someone you love was injured or worse in a car accident, it is important to find representation as soon as possible. Contact Potts Law at (317) 951-0087 or fill out the online contact form to learn more.
