With a personal injury lawyer on your side, the entire legal process becomes less stressful and extensive. Since the majority of personal injury cases are resolved during the settlement phase, it's crucial to have a lawyer's support and guidance throughout these potentially tense negotiations. Below are three reasons to hire a lawyer to negotiate your injury settlement.

3 Reasons to Hire a Lawyer to Negotiate Personal Injury Settlements

1. An Objective Opinion

If a defendant or its insurer makes you a settlement offer, would you be able to tell if it’s a good deal? A personal injury lawyer provides objective counsel and can let you know if the offer is fair, or if it requires further negotiation. Your lawyer will ensure the settlement reflects the severity of your injury and its impact on your life.

2. Skilled Negotiation Tactics

Negotiation is an art. It requires skill, finesse, and a deep understanding of the law and communication. When you hire a personal injury lawyer to negotiate on your behalf, you’ll have the guidance of a legal professional who can aggressively represent your interests and attain the highest settlement possible.

3. Chances of a Higher Settlement

A landmark study found that injured persons with legal representation received 40% higher settlements than those without legal representation. With a personal injury lawyer, your case will be managed by someone who knows the law inside and out, and can use that knowledge to make it work for you. As a result, you might benefit from a higher settlement than if you pursue the case on your own.

The personal injury lawyers of Atwood Holsten Brown Deaver & Spier Law Firm, P.C., L.L.O., proudly serve clients in the Lincoln, Omaha, and the Greater Nebraska areas. Call (800) 655-9606 or visit their website to schedule a consultation. Let a skilled, passionate injury attorney be your legal advocate at every phase of the negotiation process.