THE BENEFITS OF HIRING AN INJURY LAWYER
A Guide
Recovering from an injury involves more than physical healing. You may be entitled to bring a personal injury lawsuit to recover physical, emotional, and financial damages.
You can be compensated
What are the benefits of hiring an attorney?
You are more likely to recover compensation if represented by an attorney.
COMPENSATION
BENEFIT 1
Of accident victims receive some form of compensation after an injury
Of accident victims represented by a lawyer recover compensation
Only 51% of unrepresented injury victims obtain compensation
People who hire a personal injury attorney typically receive larger verdicts and settlements.
AWARD AMOUNT
BENEFIT 2
Injury victims represented by a lawyer obtained an average of 300 percent more than unrepresented accident victims.
300%
Insurance companies often low-ball settlement offers rather than pay injury victims what they deserve.
A TRUE ADVOCATE
BENEFIT 3
Studies show accident victims who reject an insurance company’s initial settlement offer tend to obtain more compensation for their injuries in the long run.
Compensation you deserve
What Can an Attorney Do for Me?
Provide knowledge & experience.
The facts of every personal injury case are unique, so it’s critical you have a personal injury attorney to handle the intracacies of your matter.
Clearly explain your options
A lawyer can advise you on the best approach for negotiating with an insurance company and explain why an offer may be fair or not.
Evaluate the potential damages in your case, which can include:
PHYSICAL HARM
WHAT AN ATTORNEY CAN DO
MENTAL HARM
FINANCIAL HARM
Protect your interests
When you work with an experienced and respected Michigan personal injury lawyer, you can rest assured your rights are being pursued and protected and that someone is fighting to get you the compensation you deserve.
WHAT AN ATTORNEY CAN DO
Investigate and review your case
Examine the evidence Speak to any witnesses Research your case Review medical records Contact any insurance company that could pay on your claim
YOUR ATTORNEY WILL
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At Sommers Schwartz, we proudly represent injury victims and their families.