My car was totaled by another driver who was at fault. It seems like no one will talk to me because I or the rest of the passengers weren't hurt. Do we have to fake injuries to get legal help?
2006-08-10 15:19:42 · 2 answers · asked by sdkidduran 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Ask yourself what is the value of your case, and would an attorney spend many hours working the case for between 33.33% - 40% of the recovery?
If you had a car worth $10,000.00 high blue book, and the low blue book value was $ 6,000, would you expect an attorney to take your case with the scenario being he would be paid $2,000.00 - $4,000.00 if he wins; and nothing for his efforts if he loses.
Would you take the case?
You can always deal with the other party's insurance company by yourself, or let your insurance company take care of it, via 3rd party subrogation. This is why you pay for auto insurance.
Good luck.
2006-08-10 16:55:58 · answer #1 · answered by MenifeeManiac 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are probably calling personal injury lawyers when what you need is someone who handles smaller civil claims, like a general practice lawyer who will represent you in negotiations with the insurance company for a modest fee.
Also, you are probably looking for someone to help you for free or on a contingency basis. That is not going to happen.
Faking injuries will not help you. It's called fraud and you will be prosecuted.
2006-08-11 06:59:37 · answer #2 · answered by BoomChikkaBoom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋