4 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Personal Injury Attorney For Your Case

If you have been injured, you may be asking yourself some questions about attorneys. What can an attorney do for me? Won’t they just take part of my settlement money, using up the funds that I desperately need? Is it really worth the cost? When it comes to most personal injury lawsuits, whether it’s a medical malpractice claim, a car accident, or a slip and fall, the answer is that an attorney will actually help you quite a lot. In many cases, an attorney will be the difference in obtaining a larger award versus not getting one at all. Read on to learn more about what hiring a lawyer means for you.

A Lawyer is a Licensed Professional Who Knows the State

Lawyers must graduate law school and pass the bar exam in a state, which allows them to practice law in that state. Laws vary between states and across different areas of practice. An experienced attorney will understand the laws in South Carolina that apply to your case and, maybe even more importantly, know how the court system in the area of the state where your case will be. An attorney will also be skilled in dealing with insurance companies on your behalf. 

Communicating With Opposing Counsel

If you do not have an attorney, and the other party to your case does, you will be at a significant disadvantage. You may find it difficult to deal directly with opposing counsel, because it’s likely they are used to dealing with other attorneys and it is not their job to explain any part of the case to you.

Finding Expert Witnesses to Support Your Case

Many attorneys, like those at HHP Law Group, have a network of skilled professionals who serve as expert witnesses and may be useful to proving your case. These can be, among others,  medical experts, accident reconstruction experts, and engineering experts. While expert witnesses are not necessary for every case, access to them can often make a significant difference in the value of your case. 

Reaching a Fair Resolution

The foremost reason you may be hesitant to hire an attorney is the cost. It helps to keep in mind that an attorney may be able to obtain greater value for your case than you would be able to on your own, because your attorney will have a better understanding of what your case is actually worth. At the HHP Law Group we offer free consultations to potential clients where we can discuss a preliminary value for your case, so you can determine whether hiring an attorney makes sense for you. We take all cases on a contingency basis, which means you will not owe us any legal fees unless we recover for you. 

Call Us Today

If you are in need of experienced legal representation in South Carolina, do not hesitate to call HHP Law Group today at 803-400-8277.