When you're facing a difficult legal situation, hiring an attorney is the single greatest factor that determines the outcome of your case. Many people only rarely interact with the legal system, which means you may not know how to prepare for your first meeting with an attorney. Frank Balderrama of Balderrama Law Firm is a personal injury attorney located in Carlsbad who helps New Mexico residents who've been hurt due to other people's negligence. He recommends taking the following steps before your initial meeting with a personal injury lawyer:

• Create a Timeline: Write down a general description of your case, including the dates of important developments. For example, if you've been in a car accident, note when important doctor's appointments occur. This will help you describe your legal situation in a clear, straightforward way.
• Bring Evidence: Your attorney will very likely want to see any documentation you have, including your insurance policy, contracts, or police reports. Make sure everything is clearly organized to save time once you're actually in your attorney's office.
• List All Witnesses: In many cases, your lawyer will want to interview any witnesses himself, so create a list with contact information and how they can be helpful to your case, if possible.

  

The team at Balderrama Law Firm has the experience and passion to help in a variety of personal injury situations, from pedestrian accidents to nursing home abuse. They know how destructive these injuries can be, which is why they're committed to helping you collect the compensation you deserve.

Visit Balderrama Law Firm online now to see their full list of practice areas, or just call (575) 234-1111 to schedule your initial consultation with personal injury attorney Frank Balderrama today.