Help From a Personal Injury Lawyer

Finding a Personal Injury Lawyer

How to find a good personal injury attorney to help you with your accident or injury claim.

Personal Injury Claims: When You Need a Lawyer

For certain personal injury claims -- such as those for severe injuries, malpractice, or toxic exposure -- you'll want to consult a lawyer.

What Should I Ask Before Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer?

Before you hire a personal injury lawyer, make sure all your questions are answered. Here's what to consider asking during your initial consultation.

How to Be a Good Client During Your Personal Injury Case

You want to make sure you get a good outcome in your personal injury claim, and part of that means being a "good client." Here are some tips for making that happen.

How Will My Personal Injury Lawyer Get Paid?

If you find yourself on either side of a personal injury lawsuit (as the plaintiff or the defendant), there are a number of ways to pay for an attorney's services.

What is a Contingency Fee?

With a contingency fee agreement, your attorney will only get paid when you recover compensation -- via settlement or court judgment -- in your personal injury case.

What is the Standard Contingency Fee For a Car Accident Lawyer?

Here's how contingency fees work in a car accident case, and the percentage you can expect your lawyer to take out of your financial recovery.

What Are "Costs" in a Personal Injury Case?

Besides payment for your attorney's services, there are other significant expenses that will inevitably arise when you're litigating a personal injury lawsuit.

How Can I Keep Costs Down in My Personal Injury Case?

"Costs" associated with a personal injury case are different from lawyer's fees, and they can be tricky to understand. But keeping costs low shouldn't be your top priority.