The personal injury attorney that you choose to represent you will immediately get to work on your case. Even though your attorney will be hard at work, this doesn’t mean you should expect to reach a settlement overnight. There’s plenty of work that must be done in the early stages of the case before a settlement can be reached with the at-fault party’s insurance company. Here are some of the first steps that your attorney will take in a personal injury case:
Gather Evidence
Every personal injury attorney will need to gather and review evidence to get a better idea of what happened and who is to blame. This may involve visiting the scene of the accident, reviewing photos of the accident, consulting with experts, obtaining police reports and medical records, and interviewing witnesses. All of this evidence will be used to build a case that clearly shows the other party is responsible for the victim’s injuries.
Send A Demand Letter
After investigating the case and identifying the liable party, your attorney will craft a demand letter that will be sent to the defendant. The demand letter will outline the basic facts of the case, including when the accident occurred, how it happened, and who was involved. It will also identify the liable parties and provide a brief summary of why those parties are believed to be at fault. Finally, it will notify the defendant that the victim has suffered injuries and intends on pursuing a claim to recover compensation. The demand letter will also specify how much compensation you will be trying to recover in the claim.
Negotiations
Then, negotiations with the at-fault party’s insurance company may begin. Even if your attorney is in the process of negotiating with the insurance company, you should not assume that a settlement is right around the corner. Insurance companies typically start off by making low offers, which can delay the process. It may take some time before the insurance company is willing to make a fair offer, and in rare cases, the case may go to trial. Be patient and let your attorney do what he does best.
Have you been injured due to the negligent acts of another person? If so, seek legal representation from a personal injury attorney right away. At Reisch Law Firm, our personal injury attorneys will begin fighting for the compensation that you deserve immediately after you hire us. Schedule a free consultation today by calling 303-291-0555 or filling out this online form.
