Have you been injured in an accident someone else caused in Iowa? If so, choosing the right personal injury lawyer to handle your case is one of the most important decisions you can make. A good lawyer will have experience, a successful track record, and positive client reviews and testimonials. They’ll also be willing to answer your questions and be someone you feel comfortable working with.
Choose a Law Firm with Experience
Choosing an experienced law firm can give you a better shot at recovering the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Experienced law firms have seen and handled various types of cases, and their lawyers can use the knowledge they gained from those cases to benefit your case.
Loney & Schueller, LLC’s personal injury lawyers have more than 50 years of combined experience in Iowa personal injury and workers’ compensation law. Our lawyers have seen it all and are prepared to tackle any personal injury case brought to us. Whether your case involves a car accident, slip-and-fall, dog bite, or defective product, we’ll use our decades of experience to handle it with the professionalism and care it deserves.
Does the Firm Have a Track Record of Successful Cases?
Experience alone isn’t enough. You should look for a firm with a track record of success in cases similar to yours. Has the firm secured settlements and verdicts for clients in other personal injury cases with relevant circumstances? For example, if you suffered an injury in a drunk driving crash, has the firm secured compensation for clients injured by drunk drivers before?
While past legal success doesn’t guarantee future legal success, a track record of positive client outcomes can indicate that a firm has a solid system for handling cases. Many personal injury firms include their success stories on their websites so you can better understand the kinds of cases they’ve handled well.
Our firm has recovered millions of dollars for our injured clients through negotiated settlements and trial verdicts, and we’re ready to help you seek the compensation you deserve.
Look at Client Reviews and Testimonials
One of the best ways to see what it’s like to work with a personal injury lawyer is to look at their client reviews and testimonials. While many law firms feature their reviews and testimonials on their websites, you can also search for them on Google and other review platforms. If you ask, lawyers may also be happy to provide you with client references who you can speak to to learn more about what working with the lawyer is like.
Reviews and testimonials are a great way to see what real clients have to say about working with the lawyer you’re considering. Here’s an example of a recent review left by one of our satisfied clients:
“Amazing and welcoming crew of people and firm as a whole. I’m treated like a human being and not another client. Loney & Shueller have fought tooth and nail for actual justice and truth in my case. I couldn’t have picked a better Attorney/ firm to represent me.” – Cody H.
Prepare Questions to Ask During Your Free Consultation
Many personal injury firms, including Loney & Schueller, LLC, offer free consultations for clients. These consultations are an excellent way to determine if the law firm is right for you. This is your chance to ask the lawyer questions directly, so it’s crucial to go into the consultation with questions prepared. Some questions you may want to ask include:
- Has the lawyer litigated cases like yours before?
- What is the lawyer’s initial assessment of your case?
- What does the law firm’s fee structure look like?
- Is the lawyer available to answer your questions when you have them?
- How frequently will the lawyer be in touch with you about your case?
- What is the expected timeline for your case?
- Is the lawyer you’re meeting with the same lawyer who will handle your case?
Know What You Want From a Personal Injury Law Firm
Finally, it’s essential to determine what you’re looking for from a personal injury firm. Do you want to work with a large firm that may have more resources, but which focuses less on individual cases? Do you want to work with a small firm where the lawyers handle every case personally? And what are your thoughts on settlements vs. trial awards? Would you be fine settling your case, or are you determined to go to trial? Finding a firm that meets your wants and needs is important.
Contact Our Des Moines Personal Injury Lawyers
Loney & Schueller, LLC has extensive experience handling various personal injury cases and successfully recovering the compensation our clients need and deserve. Contact our law offices for a free consultation with one of our attorneys and to learn more about what we can do to help you.
