Guide

Questions to ask an accident attorney

A first conversation with an attorney is usually free, and it is as much your interview as theirs. These questions help you compare and decide.

About their experience

  • How much of your work is vehicle accident claims?
  • Have you handled crashes like mine, such as a truck, a rideshare car or an uninsured driver?
  • Are you licensed in the state where the crash happened?
  • Will you handle my claim yourself, or will someone else in the office?

About fees and costs

  • Do you work on a contingency fee, and what percentage would apply?
  • Does the percentage change if the claim goes to court?
  • Who pays for costs like records, experts and filing fees, and when?
  • Will I get the fee agreement in writing before I sign?

About how it will go

  • What do you need from me now, and what should I stop doing?
  • How often will I hear from you, and who do I call with a question?
  • Is there a deadline in my state I should know about?
  • How will decisions about any offer be made, and who makes them?

Bring the police report number, your photos, the other driver’s insurance details, your medical visits so far and any letters from insurers. A short written timeline helps the conversation start in the right place.