Hiring an Attorney: What you need to know

What do you tell your Attorney?  
Everything!  I could end this here but I will go on to explain:

Don't "hide" anything from your Attorney.  What they don't know can come back and hurt you.

1. Previous injuries:  You may not think it is important to tell your Attorney that you were in a car accident 10 years ago because your injuries are healed BUT if they are not aware of your past injuries than they can't fight the insurance companies when they tell them that your current injuries are pre-existing and aren't covered....and trust me the insurance companies will try.  Forewarned is forearmed.  
2. Injuries since the accident:  If you are injured after your car accident you do not want that to cause problems for your current case.  Let your Attorney know of all injuries you sustain after the car accident so they can be prepared.
3. How's your marriage?  Are you divorced or getting divorced?  If you were married at the time of the accident your spouse may be entitled to compensation and your Attorney needs to know this.
4. Bills, Bills and more Bills:  They are a headache without a car accident and get even worse afterwards because you may have medical bills and may not be able to work.  If you have filed bankruptcy or thinking of filing tell your Attorney as your settlement could become part of your estate and your settlement could go to your creditors.
5. Criminal History:  You may not think it is important that your Attorney knows you got a DUI seven years ago but the Insurance Company's Attorney will think it is important.  Most Criminal History will have no relevance to your case but you do not want your Attorney to be "surprised" by what is discovered.

In order for Insurance Companies to avoid paying you...they have to find reasons not to.  Don't let any of those reasons be something that could have been avoided had you been honest and forthcoming with your Attorney.  And, don't think that your history cannot be discovered because to avoid paying our settlements Insurance Companies DO THEIR RESEARCH!!  Don't let your Attorney get caught by surprised. 

One very important warning:  If an Attorney says they can't represent you because of xyz, do not leave xyz out when meeting with other Attorneys.  XYZ may be something that the first Attorney is not experienced in fighting where another one is.  EVERYTHING about you is important for the Attorney to know.  I have said this before but it is worth repeating.  Don't hide anything from your Attorney.  They are there to FIGHT for you, you just need to provide them with all the ammunition that can be used against you.

This is not to be construed as legal advice.  If you need any legal advice contact a personal injury Attorney in your area.  

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What to do after a car accident

You have a trusted Doctor.  You have a trusted Attorney.  Now what?

Life must go on.....as best as possible.  If you were seriously hurt what do you do? 


If you have children you have to set up transportation to and from school, to and from school events and, in some cases, care for your children if you are unable to do this.  Gather your friends and family and enlist their help.  Set up a schedule so they can rotate any needs you may require.  Remember, everyone wants to help in the beginning but they have lives themselves so it's important to rotate them so it doesn't burden them.  I learned the hard way in the beginning I had too many and after a month later everyone went on about their own lives.  If you can get each person to do one thing than it isn't a "burden" on them and they will be willing to help you longer.  I know you are saying, not my friends and/or family and in some cases this is true but just be prepared and don't overburden just a few.

If you are physically able to drive.....but your car was also injured in the car accident you need transportation.  Check with your Attorney or your insurance policy to see if a rental car is covered until your car is fixed.  If you have a second vehicle you can drive than if a rental car is part of the deal the insurance company can pay you the daily amount directly.  Be careful on the car you get....if your vehicle was "hurt" also and it's a stick shift make sure with your injuries you can still drive a stick shift.  This was yet another lesson I learned the hard way.  My second vehicle was a stick shift and with my injuries it did not work safely for me.

Now pay attention to this:  Listen and talk to your Doctor.  Listen and talk to your Attorney.  Do not, I repeat DO NOT put your life on Facebook, twitter or any other social media.  A simple:  "Went to the park with the kids" can be turned to the insurance company's advantage.  

After a car accident you have to take care of you more than you have ever taken care of yourself before.  Don't "reschedule" your Doctor appointments because you "feel okay" that day.  Don't miss your appointment with your Attorney because "something" came up.  Don't NOT DO your physical therapy and DO listen to your Doctor and Attorney EVERY step of the way.

Anybody have any other suggestions of what not to do or what to do?  Personal experiences they would like to share?

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What to do after a car accident: Hire an Attorney

You are out of the "emergency" stage of your car accident.  You will, most likely, need to continue your medical treatment but who is going to fight for your rights?  



Doctors will fight for your health and wellness but they can't fight the large Insurance Companies to make sure your medical needs and/or pain and suffering will be taken care of.

In comes:  I know, you have heard forever that Attorneys are sharks......BUT the Insurance Companies have them....so why not you?  You need an Attorney who will take care of this while you are healing from your injuries.  Stress will cause your body to not heal correctly or as quickly.  Hire an Attorney and put the stress on their desk.

Promises, Promises, Promises:  
This is why YOU need an Attorney:  Insurance Company denies claim

When you have a trusted Doctor taking care of your health and wellness and you have a trusted Attorney taking care of your financial well being.....you can't lose.





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