What To Expect From Your Personal Injury Lawyer

After an accident or another’s negligence, putting back the pieces of your life is not easy. We are here to guide you through every step of the process.

Of course, filing a successful claim is a major part of the process, and securing just compensation for our clients is at the heart of what we do. Here is what you can expect when you choose Kirkpatrick Law to to represent you:

1. Obtain Medical Care

In many cases, it can be difficult to find the right doctor to treat your injuries. If you are not sure where to go for medical treatment, we can provide you with solid information for doctors who specialize in your area of need.

2. Deal With Your Employer

If you have missed work or expect to miss work in the future (or both), we can deal with your employer for you. Our firm can explain to your employer why you are unable to perform your job duties. Additionally, we can help you take full advantage of the benefits you have available.

3. Deal With Your Creditors

For many people, being unable to work due to an injury also means being unable to pay their bills. If your injuries cause you suffer financial strain, we may be able to assist with your creditors.

4. File Your Insurance Claim

First you need to obtain a diagnosis and treatment. We must have a comprehensive understanding of the various ways that your injuries will impact your life in the future. This will strengthen your case and be a part of our demand for payment to the at-fault party’s insurance company.

5. Negotiate With The Insurance Company

Once we file your claim, we will negotiate aggressively for a fair settlement. We will use the case evidence to create a clear picture of liability. In this evidence we will use your medical records, employment records, accident information and other documentation to seek just compensation. This includes not only your losses to date, but also the losses that we expect you will incur in the future.

6. Advise You Of Settlement Options

If the insurance company offers a settlement, we will sit down with you to go over the offer. We want you to have the best information to make an informed decision about resolving your claim. We will let you know if we think more is on the table. Also, we will discuss the potential outcomes involved in taking your case to court.

7. Going To Court

If the insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement, we present your case to a jury to attain a verdict. While this will mean preparing your case for the possibility of trial, we will continue to negotiate, and we regularly resolve our clients’ lawsuits via settlement before trial. Eric Kirkpatrick is an experienced personal injury trial attorney. Thus if you want to proceed to trial, we will be there for you.