5 Questions to Ask the Lawyer You Hire for Wrongful Death

Accidental deaths are devastating, both emotionally and financially, for the entire family. If you have lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence, filing a wrongful death lawsuit will provide restitution and financial support for surviving family members.
But first, hire a qualified “wrongful death attorney” who can represent and successfully fight your case. Here we list five questions to ask the lawyer you hire for a wrongful death lawsuit.
What’s your success rate?
Investigate your lawyer’s success rate in handling wrongful death cases before signing an agreement. A reputable law firm or attorney will not hesitate to talk about the number of lawsuits they have successfully represented.
How much do you charge?
Stay away from firms that charge low. Skilled lawyers and attorneys will charge competitive fees to match their track record in arguing wrongful death cases successfully. Get quotes from at least three attorneys who offer expert legal representation at a reasonable cost.
Will you work on a contingency basis?
Money is the top concern, both for a plaintiff and an advocate. Suing is incredibly costly, so if you can find a wrongful death lawyer who will take your case on a contingency basis, it will reward both parties.
A case you approach on a contingency basis ensures that neither plaintiff nor defendant has to pay before settling or winning the case. No attorney will take a chance on a case on a contingency basis if they aren’t sure about it. So choose a representative who will take the case to win. A contingency-based contract allows you to do that.
Who will be my contact?
Dealing with the loss of a loved one and coping with grief isn’t easy. It will be even more painful if you have to tell the same story to different people working on the same case. So ask your law firm who will be your point of contact.
Also, inquire if you can call them outside business hours. Sometimes, questions come up or you recall a piece of evidence in the middle of the night. In wrongful death cases, having the option to contact your lawyer after working hours is an extra benefit.
Who will perform the initial investigation?
Initial investigation into evidence and witness is an integral part of such cases. It will uncover elements that may decide the outcome of the case. You will want to make sure that the attorney is an expert in the steps, procedures, and components involved with the initial investigation.
Large law firms have paralegals, attorneys, and support staff working for them. An attorney involved during initial consultation might not be the one assigned to your case. So before finalizing a law firm, find out who will be your case’s lead attorney vis-à-vis the initial investigator.
About Goldman, Tiseo & Sturges
We practice in a wide range of areas, including automobile accidents, uninsured motorist claims, personal injury, wrongful death, civil litigation, real estate, business/corporations, criminal and traffic defense, and mediation. Every lawyer at our firm is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell. You can call us at 941.625.6666 or email us at info@gtslawfirm.com to know more.
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