Tips for Preparing for Your Personal Injury Action

Almost 40 million Americans visit non-emergency medical facilities for unintentional injuries on an annual basis. And while accidents can occur for many reasons, far too many people find themselves having to pursue treatment every year simply because someone else engages in behavior that is reckless or negligent. This carelessness can lead to an injured victim having to face pricey medical bills, the sudden loss of a paycheck, and pain and suffering that can be a struggle to overcome. And even when accident victims choose to pursue a personal injury claim and are 100 percent sure that the person at fault isn’t them, it is imperative to have the evidence available to support these assertions.

If you have been injured because of someone else’s negligent behavior, you will want to ensure when pursuing a personal injury claim that your efforts are not only successful, but that you also get the maximum settlement. And that means that you should spend some time preparing for your claim in advance.

Be Aware of Time Limits and Expectations  

If you are considering a personal injury action, one of the first things you should do is make sure you haven’t exceeded your time limit to do so. Here in Florida, the statute of limitations for a personal injury claim is generally only four years so if it’s been longer than that since you were injured, you likely won’t be able to proceed.

You should also be mindful of the fact that even after things get started, it might take a while for the process to be over. The more serious that your injuries are and the more complicated the circumstances of how they occurred, the longer you can expect your case to take. And while the inevitable delays and frustrations that can come along with this are frustrating, understanding this up front can help you set realistic expectations while you are trying to obtain the compensation you deserve.

Know that You Will Lose Some Privacy

Undertaking a personal injury claim will also inevitably diminish your privacy on some level. Both your attorney and the legal counsel representing the other side will likely ask you to disclose everything from medical records to financial records and even your work history. You should be mentally prepared to compromise some of your privacy and allow access to anything that is deemed legally relevant to the outcome of your case.

Hire the Right Attorney  

One of the best ways to prepare is to entrust your claim to the right legal team. You have probably heard how expensive lawyers can be and you may be worried about trying to find quality legal help because of this. However, while this concern may be substantiated when it comes to many areas of law, obtaining legal assistance in the context of a personal injury is a different story. Here in the Sunshine State, knowledgeable attorneys such as the highly qualified Miami personal injury attorneys at Payer & Associates typically don’t charge you any fees unless you win your case. That means that you don’t have to worry about up-front costs and you can instead focus on recovering while we, as the right legal team, focus on getting you the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.

Resource:

cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/accidental-injury.htm

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