Finding an attorney for your free consultation required some research on your end. You want to make sure that the attorney specializes in your specific type of case. Before making a decision, look for client reviews online and look through attorney dictionaries. Once you have found an attorney that has caught your interest, schedule an appointment for your free consultation. It’s important to remember that not every attorney will be a perfect fit for personal injury cases. In the case of a minor car accident that resulted in a whiplash injury, you may not need an attorney with as much experience as someone who has broken bones in their body. When you first speak to an attorney, you should make the best impression possible. The more comfortable you are talking to an attorney, the better your case will be. Let’s look at what you should know and bring to the table during a consultation with your attorney. Information to bring Some people may bring everything they have to the table since the more information, the better. To save yourself from getting irrelevant information and to help save your attorney time, you should bring the following: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Photos and videos Eye witness information Crash report Other driver’s information Insurance contact information Copy of auto policy Health insurance card Medical records and discharge records
All of this information gives the attorney everything they need to understand how the accident occurred and led to your injuries. Detailed explanation This may sound like common sense, but it’s essential for clients to be prepared to share their stories over and over. You want to be as clear as possible about everything that happened. Most times, attorneys will ask clients to draw out visuals to give them a better understanding. You want your story to have no holes and only facts. Recording the explanation on the phone is a great way to keep track of information if note-taking isn’t for you. Attorney’s tend to ask a lot of questions, so it’s the client’s job to answer every question to the best of their ability with nothing but the truth.