Questions to Ask Your Virginia Beach Personal Injury Attorney

If you have suffered a serious personal injury due to the negligence of another person, finding legal representation can be difficult if you do not know what to look for. Not all personal injury attorneys in the Virginia Beach area may be able to represent you in the way you should. Understanding what you need before you meet with a personal injury attorney in a consultation will help you decide which lawyer to go with.

Questions to ask your personal injury attorney include:

Is my personal injury claim valid?

The personal injury attorneys at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers will look at the facts of your case and will let you know immediately if they fit the requirements for filing a personal injury claim. If the negligent actions of the liable party have directly caused your injury, you may have a claim.

What kind of evidence do I need to file my personal injury claim?

The type of personal injury claim and the circumstances surrounding it will determine what kind of evidence you may need to provide. You will likely need to bring your medical records from after your accident, as well as the police report. We may also want to know if there are witnesses, photographs, or anything else from the scene of the accident.

What types of compensation am I entitled to for my injury?

Recovering losses for your injury is the main reason to file a claim. Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation including:

• Medical expenses
• Rehabilitation and physical therapy expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage reimbursement

How will you help me file my personal injury claim?

The attorneys at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers will answer all of your questions, keep you abreast of all movement in your claim, educate you about the legal process, negotiate with insurance companies and other parties, and represent you and your claim during the trial. We will work to get you every penny you deserve.

If you or a loved one needs a personal injury attorney in the Virginia Beach, Virginia area, please contact Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers today for a free consultation. We also serve Norfolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Suffolk, and Newport News.