If you have suffered a wrongful injury, don’t hesitate to acquire the benefits you deserve. Whether the circumstances involve auto-accidents, job-related injuries, medical malpractice, or wrongful-death, there are several ways to maximize your court settlement.
4 tips to maximize your settlement
- First and foremost, seek medical attention! Nothing is more important than the quality of your health. If you have been injured, immediately call emergency medical personnel to minimize any substantial bodily harm. Take care of yourself first, and then worry about your legal case.
- Second, keep comprehensive medical records. These include proper medical documentation, which indicates the injuries suffered, and the extent to which they have been a detriment to your daily life. In addition, keep the names and contact information of the doctors treating your case, so they may be given to your personal injury attorney as swiftly as possible.
- Third, document the accident itself. For example, if involved in an auto accident, this entails photographing the vehicles involved in addition to the streets and intersections. In all other incidents, be sure to document the scene entirely, and the circumstances in which injury occurred. With more evidence available, your chance for a settlement increases!
- Finally, find a quality personal injury lawyer. Nothing will help you maximize your settlement like a quality law firm with a proven history of successful claims. Check their case results, noting the types of cases represented, and the monetary extent of each successful settlement. While settlement amounts vary on a case-by-case basis, it is good to know that your attorneys have been successful in pursuing large settlements.
For more information on maximizing your personal injury settlement, and to find a quality representative, contact the law firm of Link and Smith P.C. at 404-315-8840. We know the consequences that serious injuries can have on you or a loved one, so contact us today so we can help you get the compensation you deserve! We serve the entire Atlanta, GA area, as well as Alabama & Florida.