If you are thinking of undertaking a personal injury claim, you want the right attorney on your side. They should have compassion and experience to competently and aggressively represent you, so you can focus on healing. Here are a few characteristics to look for in a lawyer for the case.

What a Personal Injury Attorney Should Have

1. Appropriate Expertise

There are many different practice areas in the legal field; make sure the professional you hire deals specifically with personal injury law. Likewise, personal injury is a vast field, including everything from car accidents to medical malpractice. Ask potential lawyers about their experience relative to your case. 

2. Positive Testimonials

Any reputable lawyer will be happy to provide references from former clients to attest to their professionalism and skill. You can also look at Google and Facebook reviews. To assess an attorney’s track record, ask how how the attorney approaches case. Many, if not most, cases  settled out of court. Ask the lawyer about when cases are appropriate to settle.  

3. Trial Experience

If your case proves more difficult and the other side refuses to settle reasonably, you may well end up in the courtroom. Check that the personal injury lawyer has experience standing in front of a judge and jury. Find out about the attorney’s experience in Court. Ask the attorney about their approach to trails. You can also ask what lawyers learn by going to trial and attending continuing education classes. .

4. Open Communication

Which individuals in the law firm’s office will handle the grunt work related to the case? Who will be the primary point of contact if you have questions about its progress? How can you reach them? You don’t want to be left in the dark, so ensure the attorney is open and willing to communicate every step of the way. Rest assured that you can always reach Attorney Thomas L. Brayton, III. 

5. Good Attitude

You want to feel good about the person representing you in your legal matter. Always schedule a personal interview with an attorney before hiring them—most lawyers offer an initial consultation for free. If you don’t have a good gut feeling about someone, it’s okay to keep looking. 

Do you need a personal injury attorney in Waterbury, CT? Look to the Law Office of Thomas L Brayton III. With over 29 years in the field, he is an AVVO Top-Rated Lawyer and received a 2017 Superb Attorney Rating by the legal community. Known for his compassion for clients, he is especially interested in representing the rights of those who have been unjustly injured. Learn more about his education and experience online. To meet him in person, call (203) 591-8689.