Will Hiring a Lawyer Increase My Chances of Receiving a Higher Settlement?
As we have talked about before, in auto accidents, not all cases will go to court. Over 90% of them will come to a settlement plan. Meaning those who are involved in the auto accident will come to an agreement with payments, who is at fault and insurance coverage. While some of these settlements can be figured out between citizens, some of those may need to have a lawyer get involved in helping to finalize and set in stone the settlement plan. A big question people have while figuring out settlements is whether or not hiring a lawyer will or will not increase their chances of getting a higher settlement value. The answer to this is yes. Roughly 91% of people who have a lawyer will get a higher settlement.
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Lawyers Have Many Skills
Lawyers have many skills in this area such as:
- Negotiation tactics
- Legal issue knowledge
- Gathering evidence
- Prepare as if going to trial (helps persuade insurance companies)
- Manipulation protection
The Role of a Lawyer
In other words, lawyers know what they are doing and are trained to handle a lot of different scenarios as well as know how to help you aim for a higher settlement plan that is reachable.
The caveat of having a lawyer help you to gain a higher settlement is that you will need to pay the lawyer about 33% of whatever the settlement may be. This is just a payment for the work they have done for you.
Is Hiring a Lawyer Right for You?
Getting a lawyer to help with a settlement plan, especially if the settlement agreement is not going in the way you’d like, is a smart idea. Though it is not for everyone. It is best to assess your own situation and auto accident case and then make a decision that is best for your own needs. But if you do choose to hire a lawyer, go in with the understanding that they have the potential to help you get a higher settlement.
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If you need help with your auto accident case or want to explore your legal options for getting a higher settlement, our experienced team can assist you. To schedule a free case consultation, contact us today at 888-813-3188.
