Why Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?

After being injured in an accident, your first thought may be to handle the resulting claim yourself. After all, you are an intelligent and capable person. You are confident you can get through the insurance claims process and obtain an advantageous settlement. Unfortunately, this confidence assumes you have a relatively simple case and that the insurer will act reasonably.

Your situation could be complicated. The cause of your accident could be disputed. Who is liable could be questionable. The insurance company could deny your claim or make a low ball offer. These are just some of the reasons why it is essential to hire a Steven’s Point personal injury lawyer after an accident. Without an attorney, you could be at a significant disadvantage that could result in your receiving too low of a settlement or no compensation at all.

With offices in Plover and Marshfield, Studinski Law, LLC serves clients throughout Wisconsin to understand and move forward with personal injury claims, including Wisconsin Rapids, Stevens Point, and Waupaca. To discuss how our personal injury lawyers can help you, call Studinski Law, LLC today at (715) 343-2850.

When you hire a personal injury lawyer, you benefit from:

An in-depth investigation into the accident
After being injured in an accident, you need to know what happened, why, and who is responsible. This information is for more than just your peace of mind or sense of justice. It is essential for pursing compensation through a personal injury insurance claim or lawsuit. A personal injury lawyer will know how to investigate the accident, whether it was a car crash, slip and fall, or something else entirely. They will review the accident report, seek out witness testimony, and more. While an insurance company or defendant may conduct their own investigation, you should not rely solely on their findings. Instead, a lawyer will investigate the accident for a more full and complete understanding with your rights in mind.
Knowledge of the law
If you have not been injured in an accident before, then you probably do not know much about Wisconsin personal injury law or insurance law. You may know enough to understand you are owed compensation, yet you know too little to fully protect your rights and gain the maximum compensation you are entitled to under the law. By hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer, you gain a fierce advocate who not only has legal education, but also years of hands-on training. Instead of trying to learn the law as you go through the insurance claims process or before filing suit, work with someone who has the information you need already.
Experience with insurance companies
Knowledge of the law and the conviction that you are owed compensation is not enough to resolve a personal injury claim in your favor. You have to know the ins and outs of the insurance industry, including insurance adjuster’s tactics to try and deny your claim or offer you a lower settlement. You also need to know your rights in regard to an insurance claim and when an insurer’s unfair treatment amounts to unlawful bad faith. With an attorney by your side, you may be able to prevent an insurer’s unfair treatment or appropriately respond if the insurer acts in bad faith.
Experience in the courtroom
Though you probably hope that your personal injury claim will be resolved with an insurance settlement, you may have to take the matter to court. An experienced personal injury lawyer is necessessary if you want to file a lawsuit and increase your chances of obtaining propery compensation. A lawyer not only knows the legal procedures, they are also in courtrooms on a consistent basis and know what to expect from the judges. This familiarity with your local court system can be invaluable to your case.
A trained negotiator
Attorneys are often trained in various negotiation styles or have developed them through years of practice. By hiring a personal injury lawyer, you have someone who is capable and confident in negotiating for a higher settlement. You may try to negotiate for more money yourself, but an insurer’s adjuster or lawyers can be hard to sway. You have a better chance of obtaining the compensation you deserve by working with a skilled and experienced lawyer.

Our Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyers Are Here to Help

The thought of having to find and hire an attorney after being in an accident might make your situation feel more stressful. If you have never worked with a personal injury lawyer before, you may not know what to expect or how to find the right one. At Studinski Law, LLC, we will work to put you at ease immediately. As personal injury lawyers with years of experience, we understand the need to guide you through the insurance claim or litigation process with compassion. Our goals will always be to protect your rights, advocate for your needs, and obtain you the maximum compensation possible. Call us today at (715) 343-2850 to speak with one our lawyers and learn how we can help you.

We serve clients in Wood County, Portage County, Waupaca County, Marathon County, and surrounding areas.