by Allan Gregory
You were going about your day when you were suddenly injured in an accident.
Maybe you were walking down your neighborhood street when a dog ran up and attacked you. Maybe you were driving to the store for some milk when a distracted driver struck you. Or maybe you were hanging out on your buddy’s back patio when a poorly hung awning came crashing down onto your head.
Whatever type of accident you were injured in, you could file an injury claim to seek financial compensation for what happened to you. The person responsible for your accident can be held to account for your losses.
Filing a personal injury claim can be a daunting task. You’ve probably never done it before, and there are many legal variables to consider. For those reasons, many people choose to work with a Richmond personal injury lawyer who can help them with their case.
You may know you want to work with a lawyer, but you may not know what makes a good one. Learn more about finding the right lawyer for you.
Qualities That a Good Injury Lawyer Should Possess
Here are some of the top qualities to look for in your personal injury lawyer.
Experience
When you’re looking into which personal injury lawyer is best for you, you probably want one with experience handling your type of case. A lawyer can have all the experience in the world, but if it’s not with handling your type of accident, what good is it? You should find a lawyer who knows how to handle your type of case.
When talking to a lawyer, ask them to show you case results. Interview them, and get answers to your questions.
Drive
No one wants a lawyer who is lazy or doesn’t take their job seriously. You want one of those lawyers who wants to win, no matter how big or small the case may be. You deserve to have a lawyer who believes that justice is important and who believes that injury victims should be compensated.
Your lawyer should do everything they can to get you the compensation owed to you after an accident.
Communication Skills
You also should look for good communication skills in your attorney. Does your attorney answer the phone when you call? Are they clear in their explanations? After you talk to them, do you feel like you understand more about the personal injury claim process, or do you feel more confused than before you spoke to them?
Empathy
You also want your lawyer to understand that this is a difficult time for you. This is not a fun experience, and they should treat you like the victim you are. You should always be treated with respect, patience, and kindness.
Talent
Lastly, look for a lawyer who seems to genuinely know what they’re doing. Your attorney should know personal injury law backward and forward and should know all the laws that pertain to your case. They should be good at getting results for their clients, because that’s what you’re paying them for.
About the Author
Allan Gregory is an author, designer, engineer, artist, playwright, and comedy writer. His work across multiple disciplines broadly addresses the narratives of human experience. As a playwright, Allan has had his pieces performed at multiple playhouses. As an artist and illustrator, he has had his art exhibited at multiple galleries. His work has appeared on a number of online and offline outlets.
