What People Think
If I bring a lawsuit against someone it means I am suing them personally for their assets.
The Reality
If a lawyer is involved in the case, it is usually because he or she believes there is some type of insurance that will provide coverage for the harm that his or her client suffered.
The Big Secret
Here’s the big secret: You are rarely ever suing someone else personally. If a lawyer wants to get involved in your case, it is likely because they believe there is some type of insurance which will provide coverage for the harm that was caused to you.
In fact, if you reach out to someone to ask them to compensate you for your injuries without an attorney, they will likely try to ignore you. Even if you are able to file a claim with their insurance company, it’s the insurance company’s job to bully you into accepting the lowest offer possible to settle your claim.
How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help
If you find yourself spending too much of your time locked in pointless battles with an insurance adjuster low-balling your claim, that is when you should hire attorney. Similarly, if you have severe injuries or you know from the outset you do not want to deal with the insurance companies, that is when you hire an attorney.
Consulting with most personal injury attorneys about whether you have a claim is completely free. If you have been injured and you are currently on the fence about whether you should pursue a claim, consider contacting us for a free consultation.