Checklist: 20 Questions To Ask a Car Accident Lawyer

Here’s a handy checklist to help you get the most out of your initial consultation with a car accident lawyer.

  1. When should I hire a car accident lawyer?
  2. What should I do first?
  3. What do I do If I am well enough to get around but my car is not drivable or was totaled?
  4. Do I need to see a doctor after my car accident?
  5. What types of injuries could I have from after a car accident, and not even know it?
  6. What types of medical evaluation and treatment should I get?
  7. What if I was a passenger in a car accident?
  8. Do I have to speak with the other driver’s insurance company?
  9. Do I have to accept the insurance company’s estimate to fix my car?
  10. How much could I receive in a settlement or verdict?
  11. How long after a car accident can I sue?
  12. How long does it take for a car accident lawsuit to settle?
  13. Does your law firm take car accident cases to trial?
  14. Do I need to live near my car accident attorney?
  15. What if I am out of state and the car accident occurred out of state?
  16. Do I still have a case if the car accident is partly my fault?
  17. Is my State a no-fault State for car accidents?
  18. What information should I have handy before calling a car accident attorney?
  19. How do I obtain a copy of the car accident incident report?
  20. What will a car accident lawyer do for my case?

Since nearly all lawyers offer a free initial consultation, and armed with this checklist, you should not hesitate to make the call. Be proactive in maintaining your rights.