Busy Texas highways mean there is a higher risk of car accidents. Commercial trucks normally carry around loads that often go beyond 26,000 pounds. That means small cars often have no chance when they come up against these rigs. If you or a loved one has been hurt or worse, one of your passengers died because of the accident, you’ll need legal help to get the compensation you and your family deserve. Here’s how to pick a lawyer.
Choose Experience
You’re hurt. You might even have lost someone. Compensation might be the last thing on your mind right now as you focus on your recovery. But that’s why you need a lawyer to stand up for you in court. You might be tired, don’t know what to do or how to get that lawsuit started. Talk to an experienced San Antonio truck accident attorney to find out where you go on from here.
Ask Questions
What do you want to know about the case? What terms or conditions don’t you understand? What course of action or plans can you take? Make a list of all the questions you want to ask and find a lawyer who patiently provides answers to each one.
Consider Communication
How does the lawyer talk to you? Is the lawyer dismissive of your concerns or does s/he listen and provide information that helps put your fears to rest? Is your lawyer confident and competent in court and yet still someone you can talk to with ease? That’s a good quality in a lawyer.
Understand the Fees
Some lawyers have a retainer’s fee. Others are paid by the hour while some charge specific rates for certain legal tasks. Talk to the lawyer and be upfront about your budget or limitations thereof. Work out an agreement that suits you both.
