The Benefits of Hiring an Auto Accident Attorney

hastypope
March 20, 2013

When it comes to the unfortunate circumstances of being involved in an auto accident, there are many things you should be aware of and consider. The one thing that should not be left with any consideration however is whether or not you should seek out the legal services of a professional auto accident attorney. Leave nothing to chance when it comes to your auto accident. Hire an experienced auto accident attorney.

Going at it alone
The problem with going at it alone is you are probably not trained on certain common things needed to properly handle your case. Items such as filing deadlines and understanding the statute of limitations can be simple, yet can be significant issues when it comes to your specific case. Other things that may work against you when it comes to your auto accident case if you are handling it alone may include not know where to turn to for evidence. You may be fortunate in that video surveillance was being utilized at the location of your accident, but do you know who to talk to or what to ask when obtaining that critical evidence? You may think you are saving money by handling your case alone, but the reality is you could also be giving up a significant settlement by not covering all of your legal bases.

Experience matters
If and when you decide to hire an auto accident attorney, make sure the one you choose can properly handle your case. This goes back to simple experience. Ask a lot of questions when choosing an attorney such as the number of years practicing, the areas of practice they specialize in, and ask to see recent settlements and verdicts. Having this type of information at your disposal will help you quickly weed out those that are not qualified.

Why take a chance by not hiring an experienced and proven auto accident attorney? If you have been injured in an accident, contact a law firm you feel comfortable with handling your auto accident claim.

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The Law Firm of Hasty Pope LLP in Atlanta, Gainesville, and Canton areas have a long history of community service to the state of Georgia. Our dedication to our clients and to our profession stems from our desire to benefit and help the communities where we live. Our areas of practice include auto accidents, wrongful death and other personal injury areas.