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Is It Worth Hiring a Compensation Lawyer

Many people involved in a compensation claim ask, is it worth hiring a compensation lawyer? If you have been the victim of someone else’s negligent or wrongful actions, you deserve to be compensated for any pain or suffering you have endured. If you want to give yourself the best chance of making a successful compensation claim, you should consider hiring a compensation lawyer. Compensation lawyers deal with a number of different types of compensation claims and can make sure you take the correct steps in ensuring your case is dealt with fairly.

Read on to learn more about how to hire a compensation lawyer.

Determining types of claims

It is important to know which area of compensation law your claim falls under and what steps you need to take for your particular claim. You can consult with a compensation lawyer about your situation and they can advise you on the type of claim you need to make. There are a number of different types of compensation claims, such as:

  • Personal injury claims
  • Motor vehicle accident claims
  • Workers’ compensation
  • Medical negligence claims
  • Public liability claims

Research compensation lawyers that deal with your type of claim, or if you are unsure about which area your claim falls under, you can always visit a compensation lawyer that offers a free consultation. Making the most of a free consultation will allow you to have your questions answered by a professional and give you a good idea of whether your lawyer is right for your case.

Cost of hiring a compensation lawyer

Many people are put off hiring a compensation lawyer because they do not want to pay costly legal fees. However, you can actually avoid paying legal fees upfront if you hire a no win, no fee lawyer. A no win, no fee guarantee essentially means that a client is not expected to pay any legal fees until their case has reached a conclusion. If their case is successful, they are expected to pay the full amount of legal fees charged by their lawyer, if the case is not successful, they will only have to pay a small amount in legal fees.

A no win, no fee agreement is a great option for people who do not have the means to access legal assistance. Be sure to discuss the details of the agreement with your compensation lawyer before you move forward with them. Ask any questions that you may have about the agreement and make sure your lawyer gives you clear and straightforward answers.

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The compensation claim process

Compensation lawyers are very helpful in guiding you through the process of making a compensation claim. They can make sure you submit all the right paperwork and do not miss any important deadlines. Missing a deadline for a compensation claim can, in some cases, mean that you can no longer make a claim. Exemptions for deadlines are only granted in rare circumstances, so it is important that you make sure you submit your claim on time. Compensation lawyers can also make sure you receive information tailored to your particular situation rather than generic information you can find online about compensation claims.

Gathering evidence

In some cases, such as motor vehicle and public liability claims, it is important to take action immediately after the event has occurred to maximise your chance of making a successful claim. Hiring a compensation lawyer can help you determine what kind of evidence you need for your claim and how to get it. In most cases, you will need to gather photographs and video footage if it is available to you, and contact any witnesses that were present at the scene.

A compensation lawyer can help obtain documents that you may need to strengthen your claim (e.g. medical reports, hospital bills, payslips, etc.) and make sure you don’t miss any key pieces of evidence that can help make your claim successful.

Support throughout the claim process

After being involved in a situation that requires making a compensation claim, it is best not to take on any more stress so that you can give yourself the time to recover. Hiring a compensation lawyer eases the stress on you to sort out a compensation claim and allows you some support throughout the process. A good compensation lawyer can make sure all your questions are answered and you are aware of what is happening at every step of the claim process.

If you need compensation lawyer advice on a situation you have been involved in, contact Schreuders for a free consultation today.

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