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Frequently Asked Questions
How long after an accident do I have before I need to file a lawsuit?
Each case is different and must be evaluated on the facts of the case. For example, in workers compensation cases, the employee is required to serve a copy of a Form 18 on the employer and insurance carrier within 30 days from the date of the accident. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to make sure that you do not miss any deadlines imposed by the law.
How much will it cost for your firm to make an initial review of my case?
There is no charge for our initial consultation. It is free. When you contact one of our offices, located in Raleigh and Durham, you incur absolutely no cost to have our lawyers talk with you at the initial consultation. If you decide to retain our firm for representation, a contract of representation will be signed that will outline the terms of representation.
What is the value of my case?
Each case is different and must be evaluated on the specific facts of the case. For example, a workers compensation case is evaluated differently than an automobile accident case or a medical malpractice case. There are many factors that determine the value of a case such as medical expenses, length of medical treatment, to name a few. In order to properly evaluate your claim, you should speak to an attorney experienced in the specific area of law that involves your case.
Am I in charge of whether or not to settle a case?
Absolutely. The claim is yours, and you have the ultimate decision in deciding whether to accept an offer. We provide guidance and counsel to assist you in deciding whether to settle your case. We will not pressure you to accept an offer.
How long will my case take to resolve?
It depends on several factors. For example, the length of time that you are in medical treatment is a factor. Whether the case is in litigation or not is a factor. We can promise that we will make every effort to resolve your case as quickly as possible.
Will we have to go to trial on my case?
Most cases settle without going to trial or going to a hearing. We will thoroughly advise you on the risks and benefits of going to trial if the case cannot be settled..
Will I be able to speak to an attorney if I have a question about my case?
Absolutely. We pride ourselves on being accessible to our clients and strive to return all phone messages in a timely manner.
Will you keep me updated on the status of my case?
Yes. We will periodically check in with you to see how you are doing when you are in medical treatment. We will also ask you to keep us updated on the status of your medical treatment. If your case is in litigation, you will receive updates as new developments arise in your case. We give each of our clients information at our initial meeting that explains in detail how your case is handled from the beginning to the end. As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call.
What if I have a problem unrelated to my case?
Call us. If we cannot help you with the problem, we will be more than happy to refer you to a knowledgeable attorney who can assist you with your problem.
What happens if your firm decides not to take my case?
There may be several reasons why we may choose not to take your case. For example, it may be that we do not believe that you will prevail in your case, We are always up front and honest with you about your case. If we cannot assist you, we can refer you to another lawyer for a second opinion.
Communicating With Our Lawyers
We know that open communication an attorney is critically important. Our office hours are generally from 8:30am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday. If our regular office hours are not convenient, we are always willing to talk at other times by appointment. Meetings can be held at either of our firm’s offices or at another location more convenient for you, such as your home or workplace. We have an after hours answering service that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
