A personal injury lawyer costs nothing upfront in Texas. Most injury attorneys use contingency fees. This means their fee is contingent on the outcome of your case. If your Texas personal injury lawyer negotiates a settlement or wins a verdict for you, they will receive a percentage of the recovery.
You should ask prospective lawyers what percentage of your financial recovery they charge. You should always be aware of such details when hiring an attorney.
Why Clients Benefit from Lawyers’ Contingency Fees
Personal injury lawyers in Texas and elsewhere use contingency fees for several very good reasons, which include:
You Can Get Help Regardless of How Much Money You Have Saved
Many clients who hire personal injury attorneys are typically grappling with:
- Medical expenses, which can be a source of crushing financial pressure
- Joblessness due to injury, illness, or mental health concerns
- Uncertainty about when they will return to work
- The cost of living, which is not reduced just because you are injured, sick, or struggling in other ways
If these clients had to pay upfront or out of their pocket, they would likely be unable to hire a lawyer. Handling cases on a contingency-fee basis allows people to get the help they need without worrying about costs.
You Can Be Sure That Your Lawyer Has Faith In Their Ability to Win Your Case
Your Texas personal injury lawyer will be willing to tie their fee to your case outcome because:
- They will have reviewed your case and determined that it is worth pursuing.
- They should have years of experience successfully leading cases like yours.
- They may have a track record of success in both settlement negotiations and trials.
It’s a personal injury attorney’s job to get compensation for their client, and a contingency is just part of that job. You’ll know that your lawyer has a pressing financial motivation to succeed (otherwise, they’ll have worked for free).
You Can Be Sure That Your Attorney Is Dedicated to Your Case
If the attorney doesn’t win your case, they don’t get paid. With this in mind, you can rest assured that your attorney is as dedicated to your case as you are.
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What You Receive in Return for Your Texas Personal Injury Lawyer’s Fee
If you agree that your lawyer will receive a percentage of the money they secure for you, then you should expect much in return.
An attorney takes full responsibility for your case, which will likely include:
- Proving someone else’s negligence: Your lawyer will obtain witness testimony, video, photos, and all other evidence proving someone else is responsible for your damages.
- Detailing your damages: Your lawyer will gather any expert diagnoses, medical records, bills, financial records, and other proof of your recoverable damages.
- Negotiating the settlement you deserve: Your personal injury lawyer will work to resolve your case as efficiently as possible, and that generally means negotiating a fair settlement.
- If no settlement comes, filing a lawsuit for you: While settling is the most common way to resolve personal injury cases in Texas, it’s not the only way. Your attorney may discuss filing a lawsuit if it’s in your best interest.
- If a fair settlement offer still does not come, going to trial: Many personal injury lawyers file a lawsuit for their client and then negotiate a settlement. Sometimes, a lawsuit is necessary to put liable parties on notice. However, the other possibility is that your case will go to trial after filing a lawsuit.
An attorney will handle every step of your case, and this alone has immense value.
Why Are Personal Injury Lawyers Worth Their Fee?
The American Bar Association (ABA) explains that a personal injury lawyer’s contingency fee generally ranges between 33% and 40%. In order to understand why this sort of fee is fair when hiring a lawyer, you must consider:
- The possibility that your attorney identifies damages you are unaware of and increases your potential payout by thousands of dollars or more
- The substantial resources a lawyer can bring to your case, which may include paralegals, experts, and significant financial support
- The health benefits that may come from allowing a lawyer to handle the stress of your case
- The priceless value of a lawyer’s experience, familiarity with the insurance process, and knowledge of Texas statutes and courts
If you ask many clients who have hired a Texas personal injury lawyer and received a significant financial recovery, they would tell you the decision to hire an attorney was wise.
Your Lawyer Will Only Receive Their Fee If They Secure Compensation for Your Damages (Like These)
There are several damages that Texas personal injury attorneys often seek compensation for, and they include:
- Medical costs
- Pain and suffering, which is a type of damage that lawyers are uniquely qualified to identify and calculate
- Professional damages, which often includes lost income
- Property damage, which is common in auto accident cases
- The cost of disabling injuries
- The cost of wrongful deaths
Get help from an attorney to ensure you are asking for every dollar you deserve. There is also the value of having someone to advise you, defend you from those who want to undercut your case, and free you to prioritize your health.
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Call Clay Jenkins & Associates Today for Your Free Consultation About Hiring a Texas Personal Injury Attorney
The first step is speaking with Clay Jenkins & Associates. Our team is always available, friendly, and eager to answer your questions. Call Clay Jenkins & Associates today for your free consultation about working with a Texas personal injury lawyer.
We’ll explain what a contingency fee is, what you can expect when you work with us, and any potential out-of-pocket fees. Remember, you pay nothing to get started with our team.
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