Navigating a personal injury case can be intimidating and stressful, especially if it is your first time. Whether you have been injured in a car/motorcycle accident, slip and fall incident, dog bite, amusement park accident, or any other type of accident due to someone else’s negligence, TORKLAW will help you understand what to expect.
In this blog, we will walk you through the typical process of a personal injury case and what you can anticipate along the way. Our experienced attorneys at TORKLAW are committed to fighting on your behalf and seeking the justice you deserve.
INITIAL CONSULTATION
Immediately after being in an accident, our team at TORKLAW will provide you with a free legal consultation. We are up front and transparent with our fees, and you do not have to pay anything out of pocket. TORKLAW works on a contingency fee basis meaning that we do not get paid until we win your case or obtain a settlement. Once you agree to legal representation, we immediately begin fighting for you.
INVESTIGATION AND EVIDENCE GATHERING
Once you have signed on with TORKLAW, you will be assigned to a team who will work to investigate and gather the evidence needed to support your case. This may involve obtaining police reports, witness statements, photos/videos of the accident scene, medical records, and any other relevant evidence.
At TORKLAW we know it is important to gather and preserve all relevant evidence to build a strong case and prove the negligence of the other party that caused your damages and injuries. We will handle all communications with insurance companies and other parties on your behalf. If you are contacted by an insurance company or third party, inform them you are represented by an attorney and do not further any communications.
NEGOTIATING A SETTLEMENT
After gathering all evidence, and completing medical treatment, the attorneys at TORKLAW will reach out to the other party’s insurance company with a demand letter. The demand letter outlines your case against their insured, including the evidence gathered, and the amount of damages you are trying to recover. Note that the amount requested is not always the amount that you will end up receiving. Our attorneys may aim higher, and negotiate a fair settlement.
Negotiations may last several rounds, depending on how far away the initial numbers are and how reasonable the insurance adjusters are in evaluating the case. Some adjusters are more reasonable than others and willing to make fair offers, while others will not budge until a lawsuit is filed. TORKLAW will ensure that you are fully informed throughout this process, and we will keep you up to date.
SETTLEMENT & CONCLUSION
Once you agree to a settlement, you will likely need to sign a release, waiving your right to sue and drop any lawsuit you have in progress against the liable party. Once the settlement proceeds have been reached, the attorney’s fees are removed, and any health insurance liens are paid out, you will then receive your portion of the settlement.
IF YOU HAVE BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT, CONTACT TORKLAW TODAY
At TORKLAW, we take pride in keeping our clients informed through all phases of their case. We prioritize client communication and are here to guide you through every step of the process. If you have been injured in a car accident, you can count on us to get you the compensation you deserve. There are NO upfront fees or hidden costs. We only get paid when we win or settle your case.
Call us today at (888) 845-9696 for a free case evaluation!
