Not all personal injury attorneys are created equal. During your search, you’ll likely run across numerous injury lawyers with great rates but little experience, a factor that actually makes a great difference in the outcome of personal injury cases. If you were injured in an auto accident, a work-related incident, or even a slip and fall on the sidewalk, the personal injury attorneys at Coyne, Cundiff & Hillemann, P.C. in Lake St Louis, MO, want to ensure you get the best representation possible. Here, they’ll talk about how to find an experienced personal injury attorney. 

Start your search by asking family and friends for referrals. Even if none of your acquaintances has ever needed the assistance of an auto accident attorney, they may know of someone who has, or, better yet, they may be friends with a personal injury lawyer.

If talking with family and friends does not reveal any decent options, look online. Review each attorney's website carefully, and pay special attention to whether or not they have client reviews on their website, case outcomes, or any awards in their name. If an online search does not turn up any good leads, reach out to lawyers in the area directly. Even if a lawyer does not specialize in personal injury, they may be able to refer you to one who does. 

When you think you have found the right lawyer, schedule a consultation and show up prepared with a list of questions. Ask things like, “How long have you been in practice?” and “What percentage of your practice involves personal injury cases?” Make sure they have experience assisting plaintiffs, as a lawyer can have experience in personal injury law but for the wrong side. This will not be helpful to you. Finally, make sure they will be personally involved in your case and will not assign it to someone else to take care of.

If the lawyer sufficiently answers your questions, talk case specifics. Ask them what kind of settlement they think you can win, if any, and how long they anticipate the process will take. If you feel confident by the end of your interview, you may have found yourself the right personal injury attorney.

If you’re seeking representation the Lake St. Louis area, visit Coyne, Cundiff & Hillemann, P.C. online to learn more about their personal injury law firm. To schedule a free consultation, call 636) 561-5599 today.