Frequently Asked Questions

Nothing. Our case review is completely free and carries no obligation. Attorneys in our network typically work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless you win your case.

It means your matched attorney only gets paid if you recover compensation for your injury. If there is no settlement or court award, you do not owe attorney's fees. This makes legal help accessible even if you were hurt with no savings.

You can file on your own, but injury claims involve insurance negotiations, deadlines, and evidence that most people are not trained to handle. An attorney can protect your rights and typically negotiates higher settlements than unrepresented claimants.

It varies by state. Most states give you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, but some allow three or more, and special rules shorten deadlines for claims against government entities. Check your state's statute of limitations as soon as possible.

You may still be able to recover. Many states use comparative negligence, so you can recover compensation reduced by your percentage of fault, even up to 99% in some states. Other states bar recovery if you are 1% or more at fault. An attorney can explain how your state's rules apply.

Our network covers car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, slip and fall injuries, workplace injuries, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and dog bites in all 50 states plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico.

You may recover medical expenses, lost wages, future medical care, pain and suffering, and property damage, depending on your state's laws and the facts of your case. Punitive damages are available in some situations of gross negligence.

As soon as you are medically stable. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget details, and insurance companies act fast. Seeking guidance early protects your claim and keeps you within your state's filing deadline.

Usually yes, through the at-fault driver's liability coverage. If that driver is uninsured or underinsured, your own uninsured motorist coverage may apply. An attorney can identify every potential source of coverage in your case.

No. The vast majority of personal injury cases settle out of court. Your attorney negotiates with the insurance company first. Going to trial only happens if no fair settlement is reached.