Sarasota personal injury cases often prove that hiring a professional personal injury attorney is not only prudent, it’s also the smartest thing you can do.
You may think you can just handle everything yourself and deal directly with your insurance company. Fact is, nothing would make them happier. They understand that you may be confused by the laws and terms of your policy – and they may attempt to get you to settle for less than you actually deserve.
The insurance company has lawyers and expert claims adjusters on their side – people who do this every day.
Heading into to that scenario unrepresented may cost you dearly.
If you have been injured by the negligence of another, you deserve compensation for your medical bills, property damage, pain and suffering, and other costs that may arise.
Still, you may have reservations about hiring an attorney to file a personal injury case on your own behalf. We would like to address some of the common misconceptions we encounter every day.
I’ll Call You If I Need You.
The sooner you hire an attorney, the stronger the case you will have. Many do not realize that personal injury cases have a statute of limitations or time limit for filing, and each day that passes, necessary evidence that you will need may become unavailable.
Further, if you accept any settlement from your insurance company now, and more issues manifest down the road, the insurance company will not pay you any additional funds. Having an experienced attorney with you right from the beginning can ensure that you are proceeding towards the highest possible settlement.
Remember, the money you receive is not coming out of someone’s pocket. It is coming from a multi-billion dollar for-profit company who collects monthly premiums for this very purpose. And you may find some peace in knowing that approximately 90% of cases are actually settled by attorneys before ever being filed in court.
I’d Love to Hire a Lawyer, But I Can’t Afford Your Fees.
The very first thing you should do after you have sustained an injury – and obtained appropriate medical care – is to call one of the personal injury attorneys for a free consultation. We can discuss the merits of your case, as well as give you our expert opinion as to your situation.
And if your insurance company is offering you a mere fraction of what you could actually recover, how can you afford not to hire an attorney skilled in personal injury cases?
Many cases are handled on a contingency basis, so call us today to discuss how we can best help you. Your inability to pay up-front legal fees should not be a reason for you to accept less than you deserve.
I’ll Just Call the Lawyer I Used to Draw Up My Will
Lawyers have specialized areas of practice, and in those areas, they are truly experts. For the best results and settlements, you need to trust your case to a lawyer who lives and breathes personal injury law.
Personal injury is one of the specialties of the lawyers at Probinsky & Cole, and we are ready to put all of our expertise to work for you.
I Can’t Wait for a Settlement to Get Medical Care.
We absolutely agree! Getting yourself to a qualified medical professional quickly is in your best interest, and it will in no way be a detriment to your claim.
In fact, a medical assessment of the extent of your injury and recommended ongoing treatments will become an important part of your case.
Get the help you need in the short term, then give us a call. You have every right to continue treatment while the case is ongoing.
I’ll Play Hardball Until I Get the Dollar Amount I Want.
Because so many cases are settled out of court, you may assume that the injured party “settled” for less than they could have received. But that is not the case.
When the insurance company learns that there is an expert personal injury attorney representing you, they know they cannot play games. Your personal injury lawyer understands full well the acceptable ranges for every injury and situation.
Properly presented, you will generally see that the insurance companies would rather give you an appropriate settlement than spend all the money on a court case. With an experienced attorney by your side, they cannot misrepresent what you deserve.
Overall, you risk nothing and can gain more than you realize, simply by making a call to the attorneys at Probinsky & Cole. We have been helping Sarasota area residents with their personal injury cases for decades.
