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Hiring the right personal injury lawyer can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Before choosing an attorney, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure they have the experience, resources, and commitment to protect your legal rights.
At Redmond Lawfirm, we believe informed clients make confident decisions. Below are the key questions you should ask before hiring a personal injury lawyer.
Not all lawyers handle personal injury claims regularly. Ask whether the attorney focuses on personal injury law and how long they have been practicing in this area.
Why it matters:
Experience means familiarity with insurance tactics, legal procedures, and case valuation.
Every injury case is unique. Whether your claim involves a car accident, workplace injury, or slip and fall, your lawyer should have experience with similar cases.
Why it matters:
Case-specific experience helps anticipate challenges and build stronger strategies.
Some law firms assign cases to assistants or junior attorneys after the initial consultation.
Ask:
Will you personally handle my case?
Who will be my main point of contact?
Clear expectations prevent communication issues later.
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win.
Be sure to ask:
What percentage do you charge?
Are there any additional costs?
When are fees deducted?
Transparency is essential before signing an agreement.
While no lawyer can guarantee results, an experienced attorney should be able to provide a realistic range based on similar cases.
Why it matters:
This helps set expectations and avoid unrealistic promises.
Case timelines vary depending on injuries, insurance negotiations, and court schedules.
Ask about:
Typical timelines for similar cases
What factors may delay or speed up the process
Communication is critical throughout a personal injury case.
Ask:
How often will I receive updates?
Will you communicate by phone, email, or both?
How quickly do you respond to client questions?
While many cases settle, some require litigation.
Ask:
Do you have trial experience?
Are you prepared to take my case to court if needed?
Trial readiness strengthens settlement negotiations.
Your lawyer should guide you on protecting your claim.
This may include:
Seeking ongoing medical treatment
Avoiding social media posts
Not speaking directly to insurance adjusters
This question gives the lawyer an opportunity to explain their approach, values, and commitment to clients.
A trustworthy attorney will focus on:
Client advocacy
Transparency
Experience
Results—not sales pressure
At Redmond Lawfirm, we offer:
Free consultations
Clear, honest answers to all your questions
No upfront fees—you pay nothing unless we win
Personalized attention and dedicated representation
We take the time to ensure you feel confident before moving forward.
I count myself as a very lucky person to have come across their number in Google. I was so desperately looking for a personal injury law firm to take my case and represent me. Neil did not hesitate, after a few minutes on hold, he checked out my case and told me he would be able to help. I breathed out a sigh of relief because I was between a rock and a hard place. I feel like I'm in good hands, I feel safe and at ease because I'm being represented by competent people who care.
Rose Marie Fernandez