Benefits of an Accident Lawyer Versus General Lawyer

Accident lawyers are more specialized in accident and personal injury law than general lawyers. They have more detailed legal expertise on this type of law, they’re confident when negotiating with insurance companies, and there’s almost no financial risk to hiring an accident lawyer. 

General lawyers, however, may have some familiarity with cases like yours, but won’t have the same depth of knowledge and experience as an accident lawyer. This can mean you may get a lower settlement with a general lawyer, or a higher settlement with an accident lawyer.

Advantages of Using a Personal Injury Lawyer

When you retain a Phoenix auto accident lawyer, they can negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf, expertly navigate the legal system, and maximize the compensation you receive while you focus on recovering.

The financial benefits of hiring an attorney after an accident have also been proven by independent researchers time and time again. A recent study by the Insurance Research Council found that victims of a car accident who retained a lawyer received 3.5 times the settlement amount than those who handled their claims.

This means that these lawyers know how to work to increase compensation after an accident, which is why it’s important to hire them to get the maximum compensation you deserve. 

A Closer Look at How Accident Lawyers Help

Accidents are often traumatizing–your car and other property may be destroyed, people may be injured, you may be unable to work to pay your bills, and you are probably unsure what to do next. Quickly hiring an accident attorney could be the best move you make. 

Here are just a few of the advantages a qualified personal injury lawyer brings to the table:

Legal Expertise

It doesn’t matter if you were injured in a vehicle accident, by a dog bite, a medical procedure gone wrong, or a malfunctioning product–personal injury attorneys from the Gage Mathers Law Group have the knowledge and experience to expertly navigate complex laws, regulations, and legal procedures in Arizona. We know there are no car accident claim limits in the state and how to get the most favorable outcome possible from your settlement.

Negotiate With Insurance Companies

Insurance companies will try to deny or undervalue your claims to save money, which can make you feel upset and angry. An accident lawyer will build a strong case to prove the other party was at fault and prove your damages or injuries are from the accident. 

An accident attorney will lay out their legal strategy and all possible outcomes. They will do research, put together evidence, and be the front person battling with the insurance company to get the settlement you deserve.

No-Risk Legal Fee Arrangements

Because you may not be able to work or are already struggling with the wake of your accident, most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. This means that your attorney only gets paid if they win your case. If they aren’t successful, you don’t pay them a dime.

As a victim of an accident, you have enough to worry about with medical bills, lost wages, and your recovery. A contingency fee arrangement allows you to focus on getting better without legal bills piling up, too. It is also an additional motivation for your attorney to work hard because the bigger the settlement they secure for you, the more they make in legal fees.

Call Gage Mathers for Peace of Mind

The Gage Mathers Law Group is a compassionate and expert law firm that specializes in personal injury cases. We have a 99.99% success rate and have recovered more than $275 million for our clients. Our track record includes cases that other law firms turned away because they thought they couldn’t win.

The Gage Mathers experts are passionate about getting justice for those who have been injured due to the wrongdoing of another. After listening to the details of your case, we will give you an honest opinion about what we can do for you and the next steps in the process toward getting you the compensation you deserve!

About the Author

Joseph D'Aguanno

Guided by the belief that being a highly skilled specialist in a narrow field is better than being ordinary in everything, Joseph “JD” D’Aguanno leads Arizona’s best personal injury law firm in Phoenix, AZ. Having extensive cross-training in pre-litigation negotiations and trial lawyer skills, with decades of experience, JD strives to provide clients with the most valuable legal services a personal injury lawyer can provide. Under his direction, Gage Mathers Law Group is an award-winning personal injury law firm providing aggressive representation to victims of a car accident, medical malpractice, dog bite, motorcycle accident, and other injurious events. Gage Mathers is trusted by thousands of lawyers and clients throughout the country because of their reputation for getting clients the maximum compensation they deserve.

Years of experience: Over 23 years
Bar number: 020421
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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