A solid foundation for a successful result begins with such a relationship. In selecting and hiring a personal injury lawyer, a person should consider the lawyer's experience, professional reputation, and the reasonableness of the proposed fee agreement. In a personal injury or wrongful death claim, usually a reasonable contingent fee is the best choice for the client. What fee percentage is reasonable may be different for different cases. It depends upon all the circumstances related to the claim, including the difficulties, total dollar amount and lawyer work required to accomplish results.
Contingent means that there is no fee unless and until money is collected.
Part of the money is used to pay the lawyer a reasonable fee for the work. If there is no collection, there is no fee. In my experience, lawyer effort and preparation of a claim will appropriately increase the fair compensation received by the client even after a reasonable attorney fee is paid from the money collected. Simply stated, good results are obtained by knowledge, skill, and effort. If you or a member of your family is injured, call me.