When dealing with a personal injury, you need a reliable attorney to help you navigate the complex legal system. According to IBISWorld, the personal injury lawyers industry nationwide has grown in worth an average of 3.6% yearly between 2018 and 2023. Look for these five qualities to ensure you have the right lawyer for your case.

1. Relevant Experience

It's essential to find a personal injury lawyer with previous experience regarding your particular type of injury. There are medical malpractice, workplace, automobile accidents, and fall injuries. You want to avoid hiring someone who specializes in medical malpractice for a fall injury lawsuit, for example.

2. Strong Communication

Finding a lawyer with exceptional communication skills is essential. A personal injury attorney should be able to communicate with you about your case effectively. Communication skills also lead to extraordinary negotiation skills. You'll need a lawyer who can negotiate in a courtroom or with insurance companies to have the best outcome possible.

3. Positive Reputation

Lawyers are known for quite a few things. Unfortunately, some lawyers aren't known for providing the finest services. Some lawyers don't perform as effectively as others and may not have your best interest at heart. Ask friends and family members for their opinions on a personal injury lawyer to find one you can truly rely on. Check out Google reviews and websites like BBB to see a lawyer's public reputation.

4. Preferable Payment Options

When you suffer a personal injury, you may be unable to work. That's why discussing payment options before hiring an attorney is essential. After all, you want payment options that work for you. Many personal injury lawyers will take their payment out of your settlement, but you should know how much they charge beforehand. Other lawyers might charge a down payment or weekly payments. You'll also want to ask what forms of payment they accept.

5. Convenient Availability

When you're looking for a lawyer, you should be able to schedule a consultation within a few weeks and not have to worry about whether they will call you back promptly. You can tell how available a lawyer is by how soon they can schedule a consultation to discuss your case.

We understand that finding a personal injury attorney is essential to getting your deserved settlement. Our team of lawyers is available to answer your questions, and you'll certainly be pleased with our results. Contact Curtis, Porter & Adams, PLLC to schedule a consultation today.