If you have never had a legal case or had any experience with a personal injury attorney, then you probably do not know much about the process. What you know about personal injury attorneys could come from the entertainment industry or someone who has had a bad experience with them. What you do know might not be true for the majority of these attorneys. We have a list of a few myths, and why these are not true for our attorneys, and how we overcome those negative stereotypes.
Myth #1
Personal Injury Attorneys are “Ambulance Chasers” that exploit people’s injuries
- Despite this common thought, personal injury attorneys are not preying on victims of accidents. Most attorneys want to genuinely help their clients. Their goal is to help clients navigate the complex legal system and relieve the stress of injuries.
Myth #2
They Always Push for Frivolous Lawsuits
- Our attorneys have ethical and professional standards that they strive to uphold. When they go after cases that have no merit, then there is no winning for either side. If they pursue a case that won’t win, they are wasting everyone’s resources and time. There might be some attorneys out there who are willing to sue anyone, but they are the outliers. The attorneys at Flickinger Boulton Robson Weeks talk with you about your case before they sign you up. From their years of experience, they know when a case will be worthwhile for you to pursue.
Myth #3
You Don’t Need One–Insurance Will Handle Everything Fairly
- Insurance companies try, but they don’t always give the compensation that is rightfully yours. An attorney has seen many cases, and they know what a good settlement amount should be. They are able to tell the insurance what they know is a suitable offer. Also, your legal team has collected all your records and information and put it together to show the absolute cause and effect of your injuries.
Myth #4
Hiring an Attorney Guarantees a Huge Payout
- Although your attorney will usually take cases that will settle, that doesn’t mean that a case will be lucrative. Your settlement offer will depend on the evidence, case specifics, and legal limits. Our attorneys will help you get the most out of the case, but they have to work within the parameters of your case.
Myth #5
They’re Too Expensive for Regular People
- The attorneys at Flickinger Boulton Robson Weeks work on a “no win, no fee” basis. This means that they will only take a percentage of your settlement if your case actually settles. This means that you don’t have to pay upfront, and they will discuss that percentage with you before you agree to representation.
Myth #6
All They Do is Settle—They Avoids Trials
- While it is often easier and faster to settle a case, our attorneys are not worried about going to trial. If that is what is best for the case, then they will take it to trial.
Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks Personal Injury Lawyers Are Here to Help
If you or a loved one has been a victim of a personal injury, Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks is here for you. Our accident attorneys will fight for the compensation you deserve and help you handle the aftermath of your accident.
We have offices in Provo and South Jordan, Utah. Get in touch with us today for your free case evaluation.
