How often Should you Hear from Your Personal Injury Attorney?

You have aptly chosen Chamlin, Uliano & Walsh to represent you in your personal injury lawsuit. From the first contact, they will set up a free consultation and get all of the details of your case. It is essential to start as close to the incident date as possible to gather all necessary evidence. Evidence is critical in a personal injury suit.  You must prove that your injuries are directly related to someone’s negligence, which can only be done through excellent legal representation and a preponderance of the evidence.

At Chamlin, Uliano & Walsh, we take pride in the personalized service we provide to all of our clients in the different legal matters we handle at our office. We will sit down together and listen to your particular case to provide you with the information and tools you need to move forward confidently in your claim.  If you are seeking compensation after being injured, you will never feel alone; we will be there by your side every step of the way.  We have helped clients throughout Ocean, Monmouth County, and the Jersey Shore, including Wall, Barnegat, Belmar, Lakehurst, Asbury Park, and Mantoloking.

Fill out our online form or call (732) 440-3950 today to discuss your case; we will be happy to share the benefit of our experience with you. Simply begin your journey through a claim for financial recovery by getting in contact with us for a free initial consultation.

How can I help my lawyer to best represent me?

Make sure you provide as much information as possible about your case when meeting with your attorney to handle your case correctly. Believe it or not, you are the best witness in your case.  As soon as possible, write down everything that happened in the accident: what happened before, during, and after your injury.  With whom did you speak (EMT’s, first responders, doctors), and what did they say to you?

If you are not well enough to do so, request that your attorney contact any witnesses.  Getting witness statements is best done promptly because as time passes, memories can fade. You want to get all of the details as soon as possible on the record.  There are instances when witnesses may not have seen you get injured but may have witnessed the accident enough to determine that you were not at fault. Also, they may have overheard someone say that the accident was not their fault. Most witnesses are cooperative and helpful, willing to sit down and write a statement of everything they saw.  Others, however, don’t want to get involved and your lawyer will send them a notice for a formal deposition.

It is vital to protect physical evidence. Something as simple as an uneven sidewalk or a broken stairway can be evidence. An excellent way to preserve evidence is by taking photographs.  Smartphones have good enough cameras that you can use them readily. Be sure to take a lot of pictures from different perspectives.  You can choose later the ones who do the best job of pointing out the cause of the accident. Your photos need to have a date stamp as well. Be sure to take pictures as soon after the accident as possible.  Business owners can make repairs or changes within a matter of days and you need to get that evidence right away. A personal injury case is about what happened at the scene of the accident. Scrutinizing the scene and taking pictures could provide the clues you need for your case.

How often will my attorney contact me during my personal injury matter?

Don’t panic if there is a long lapse between one phone call and another. Your attorney is working on their side of things by examining a variety of important elements, such as witness statements, medical evidence, interviews, and reports. They will also be preparing necessary documents, fulfilling court requirements, negotiating with the other side, and completing a vast array of other essential steps in the process. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact your lawyer at any time.

The Importance of a Strong Attorney-Client Relationship

Choosing a personal injury lawyer can be challenging. The attorney-client relationship boils down to two things: trust and accessibility. If one or both of those are not present, the common goal is often unattainable.

Trust is a two-way street. It would be best to speak with your lawyer candidly and establish an attorney-client relationship built on trust. A client needs to know that their attorney is looking out for their best interests. You want to feel that you can speak freely and know that what you say will remain in absolute confidence.

During the initial consultation, clients frequently ask about the outcome of their lawsuit and are frustrated when their lawyer cannot predict with all certainty what will happen. Obviously, at the outset, a lawyer cannot give an accurate legal outcome. It is ill-advised to jump to a conclusion, expect a particular award, and have the result change as the case develops. You are left feeling unsatisfied, and your lawyer is in the doghouse for not predicting your outcome accurately. As the case progresses, your attorney will be able to give you a general picture of what could happen.

Some attorneys disappear for weeks or even months, leaving you left to worry about how your case is advancing. Others have their paralegals do most of the work with you and you don’t see them until a few days before trial. Your attorney should provide an outline, a plan of how your case will proceed; obviously, speaking in generalities to begin with, and developing a more specific strategy as time goes on. Your lawyer should talk about what they expect from you and vice versa. You must work as a team to obtain a prime result.

Need the help of an experienced Personal Injury Law Firm? Connect with our Attorneys for a free initial consultation in West Long Branch NJ

If you are ready to file a personal injury lawsuit or just want a consultation that could potentially lead to one, our firm can help. You deserve to be compensated for your pain, injuries, lost wages, and other losses.  At Chamlin, Uliano & Walsh, our attorneys work personally with you on your case, and we contact you every time there is a change or an update. You can call us for even the smallest of concerns. Our vast experience in personal injury law will provide you with trusted assurance you are seeking.

We understand that your priority is to be made whole again and to get your life back.  At Chamlin, Uliano & Walsh, our passion is our clients. We want more than just a client for one case, we want a client for life.  Building community relationships in our practice is something we strive for.  Our office is located in West Long Branch, which allows us to assist the injured and their families with personal injury matters throughout Ocean and Monmouth County and the Jersey Shore, including in Red Bank, Manasquan, Holmdel, Middletown, Lavallette, Neptune, and Point Pleasant.

Contact us online or call us at (732) 440-3950 for your free, confidential consultation. Let’s talk about how we can use our experience to offer guidance and support throughout your personal injury case.