California is an at-fault state. If you were injured in a car accident, you can file an injury claim with the other at-fault driver’s insurer. Winning an accident claim can be tough. Insurance companies are known to adhere to bad tactics to downplay and deny claims, and their initial offer is always less than what a person deserves. In your best interests, you should seek immediate accident assistance in Los Angeles from an experienced attorney. In this guide, we are sharing more on what it takes to find an accident lawyer. 

Start with reviews

If a personal injury law firm has been around for years, they will have many clients and good reviews. Clients typically post reviews on Google or other websites when they are either happy or disappointed with an attorney. While you can always ask later for references, reviews are a good point to start your search. 

Meet and ask questions

If the lawyer is interested in your case, they will schedule a personal meeting. This is to do a complete assessment of your accident claim and determine what the case is worth. You can also ask questions related to their work profile like – 

1. How long have you been an accident attorney?
2. How often do you work on auto accident claims and lawsuits?
3. Have you represented clients at trial for car accidents?
4. What are some of your top settlements?
5. What is the worth of my claim?
6. How much would you charge? Would you advance other costs for me?
7. Are you personally available to take the case?

Discussing the costs

The good news is most personal injury law firms in LA take accident claims and lawsuits on a contingency arrangement. The lawyer will get a percentage of the final financial settlement, only when they win. The percentage may vary, but doesn’t exceed 40% of the compensation received. You can also ask the attorney about other costs. For instance, the lawyer may have to pay for investigating the case further, or must pay court costs to file a lawsuit. It is best to have an advanced estimate, and typically, lawyers absorb other costs on behalf of the client, until compensation is received. 

Selecting an accident attorney is as critical as choosing a therapist. You should feel comfortable discussing the facts of the case, even when you are at fault to an extent. In California, you can get compensation for your injuries, even if your fault share is more than the other driver.