We are a large nation, which means that there are occasionally grim statistics with high numbers. Here is one: according to the National Security Council, there were 224,935 preventable deaths in 2021 alone. There were also a lot of injuries, whether on the job or otherwise. People often find themselves in need of a personal injury attorney. Are you one of them? Before you hire anyone, you should ask them some questions. Here are three important ones:

1. How Long Have You Been Practicing Personal Injury Law?

You want a personal injury attorney who has a lot of years of experience in the courtroom. They know what needs to be done to secure a favorable ruling. That can be quite an advantage for you. While everyone does have to start somewhere, you want to make sure that there is an experienced mentor by your side so that they can do their best to represent you.

2. Have You Handled Cases Similar to Mine?

It's great to have an experienced lawyer representing you. Your chances will increase for a favorable ruling if they have represented similar cases in the past and gotten good results. They will go through the same steps and gather information in a similar way to how they did it previously. You'll also know that they have every base covered.

3. Do You Foresee Any Issues With My Case?

When it comes to attorneys, you want people who are confident but not unrealistic. If they spot any issues with your case, they should tell you. Many personal injury lawyers take the cases on a contingency basis, which means that if there's an unfavorable ruling, they don't get paid. So, they should be upfront about things like contingency fees from insurance payouts being accepted.

You can also ask them about payment schedules, how they will update you, and how much they will focus on your case. All of these questions can help ensure that you get the best attorney for your situation. Then, you can focus on getting your life back.

Are you looking for a personal injury attorney? We can help you; we have represented people with many different personal injury cases. Contact Russo Law LLP today to see how we can best represent you.