November 25, 2020
Attorneys play a vital role during New Hampshire personal injury lawsuits. Civil litigators, ordinarily known as personal injury attorneys, represent clients who have suffered injuries because of another’s negligence or carelessness. These attorneys handle New Hampshire claims stemming from catastrophic accidents, slip-and-falls, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, and other incidents that result in economic and non-economic damages. In many instances, personal injury cases are complex and require a thorough understanding of nuanced tort law. Personal injury attorneys provide critical assistance to those individuals seeking compensation for their injuries.
The professional rules of conduct provide attorneys with ethical rules they must abide by in representing their clients. These rules serve as a foundation to ensure that the attorneys provide their clients with the best possible representation. Additionally, these rules shape an attorney’s role and define their obligations. The most important rule is that attorneys must maintain a commitment to protect their client’s interests.
Commitment to a client includes taking steps to interview the client, reviewing records, interviewing witnesses, investigating the scene of the accident, reviewing applicable rules of law, and representing the client in settlement negotiations and potential litigation. In some cases, especially those involving multiple parties, settlement negotiations and litigation can become a long and drawn-out process. Dedicated attorneys can provide clients with assistance throughout every step of the process.
For example, a recent news report indicates that the case involving a truck driver who caused seven motorcyclists’ death in New Hampshire last year, is still ongoing. New evidence suggests that the truck driver admitted to authorities that he regularly used drugs, but was not impaired during the accident. Further, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) stated that they would be holding another hearing to review their findings and safety recommendations. In cases like this, civil plaintiffs often wait for the outcome of a criminal matter before pursuing their claims. This is a prime example of a complicated case that requires a dedicated, diligent personal injury attorney.
It is essential that injury victims understand that the fee structure and cost of retaining a personal injury attorney vary by the law firm. Attorney’s fees often depend on the case’s complexity, the costs associated with the claim, and the lawyer’s experience. Personal injury lawyers may offer their clients various ways to pay, including retainers, hourly rates, or contingency fees. However, contingency fees are most common and provide clients with a sense of security, as the attorney recovers a percentage of what the client recovers.
Have You Been Injured in a New Hampshire Accident?If you or someone you love has suffered injuries in a New Hampshire car accident, contact the personal injury attorneys at Peter Thompson & Associates. The attorneys at our office represent clients in various matters, including those arising from car and truck accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, and premises liability. Our attorneys take accident and medical malpractice cases on a contingent fee basis, because we understand that many of our clients cannot afford to hire a lawyer, and we want to ensure that every accident victim has the opportunity to recover full and fair compensation for their injuries. Contact our law firm at 800-804-2004, to learn more about how we can help you.