3 Must-Ask Questions for Any Construction Accident Attorney
Being injured in a construction accident in the Hudson Valley can be a stressful situation. Those who have suffered from such an accident may find themselves hospitalized with injuries, facing hefty medical bills, and perhaps even unable to work. When this occurs, it’s generally best to begin working with an experienced and dedicated construction accident attorney. This way, it’s possible to receive the representation and legal guidance one needs. There may be several potential legal paths and compensation opportunities to navigate.
When consulting with a potential accident attorney for one’s case, however, there are a few key questions to ask.
How Long Will the Case?
Construction accident cases are notorious for taking a long time to settle or resolve. Oftentimes, they are more complex than auto accident cases. Sometimes, cases may not reach a settlement for months or even years. This is why it’s always a good idea to ask the attorney up-front what’s expected when it comes to the length of the case. The injury victim may have to rely on other finances to weather the storm while a case is being prosecuted. Nobody wants to be stuck waiting for a settlement for years especially if the case is challenging, so the lawyer may even have some advice when it comes to reducing the amount of time to settle the case or otherwise guide you to make ends meet.
What Costs Will Be Incurred?
Most people looking to hire a construction accident attorney will be at least somewhat concerned about costs. However, the good news is that many of these attorneys will actually not charge their clients anything until they’ve successfully settled or otherwise resolved the case. Finding out what to expect in terms of costs ahead of time is always a smart idea.
What Can Be Done to Help the Case?
Finally, those hiring an attorney should have a thorough understanding of what their responsibilities will be throughout the case. Clients and their attorneys are teams. What kinds of documentation should be provided? Will they have to make court appearances or will the attorney be able to do this on their behalf? Should the injury victim connect the lawyer to my co-worker witnesses? Evaluating how aggressive the attorney’s investigative skill is critical. By getting the answers to these questions during an initial consultation, it’s easier to make a decision.