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Staying Informed And Finding Solutions - Questions To Ask Your Truck Accident Attorney

29 December 2014
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Finding yourself in a situation where you need the services of a truck accident attorney can be extremely stressful, and that stress can adversely affect the outcome of your case. Most people involved in legal cases surrounding trucking accidents have little to no experience with the process, and that uncertainty can add to your stress.

Thankfully, your attorney can be a great source of knowledge and comfort in these situations. Below, you'll find a guide to some questions you should ask your accident lawyer to be sure you have all the information you need to successfully complete your case and find the best outcome for you and your family.

Ask About Fee Options

The unfortunate dilemma about trucking accidents is that they tend to cause severe financial strain by putting a driver out of work, but those same people often fail to seek the best solutions to their problems because they're afraid of the cost. The legal system is daunting, but you shouldn't let a fear of legal costs get in the way of your livelihood.

In most trucking accidents, blame is assigned to a party with significant financial worth. This provides a degree of certainty to both you and your attorney, and as such, he or she is likely to accept your case on a contingency basis. This means that your up front costs will be extremely low and you can seek justice freely.

Ask About Communications

Trucking accidents can be very disruptive to lives and careers, and the victims of those accidents often feel like other things are all on hold until a legal settlement is reached. This can create tension and frustration in your relationship with your lawyer if you're not prepared to adapt to his or her communication style.

The legal system tends to move slowly, so you should set up a weekly appointment with your lawyer so you can have a deep, thorough conversation about goings on in the case. This will also help you develop trust and make sure you have all the information you need to assist with your case's outcome.

Ask About Outcomes

Legal proceedings following trucking outcomes can have a wide variety of outcomes, and your lawyer will likely be hesitant to predict how your case will turn out. What you can do, however, is ask about your attorney's history in similar cases and the way he or she has managed settlements in the past. This will allow you to have at least some understanding of what you should expect, and allow you to plan for your family's future.