How Much Should You Pay For a Top Car Accident Lawyer?

A top car accident lawyer will not necessarily cost top dollar. You shouldn’t shy away from bringing your case to a personal injury attorney out of fear of potential cost.

The best personal injury lawyers will offer free case consultations to meet with you and discuss the details of your case. You won’t have to worry about any payments or contracts during the initial evaluation. This means you will have a road map and a clear understanding of the expectations you can hold if you choose to move your case forward.

The most qualified accident attorneys, like the lawyers at Heidari Law Group in Las Vegas, Nevada, work on contingency meaning you will not pay anything unless your case wins. If your representation cannot bring a victory to your case, you will not owe any fees.

But how much should you expect to pay in legal fees for a car accident lawyer? Here is what you can look for in the course of filing your injury claim.

Will an Accident Lawyer Take My Case?

It’s an unfortunate statistic that car accidents happen on the road every day, often due to the negligence of other drivers. Las Vegas, Nevada is no stranger to such tragedies. If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident, it is wise to contact a car accident lawyer right away.

Common types of Las Vegas auto accidents that the qualified Heidari Law Group handles are single-vehicle, rear-end, hit and run, and drunk driving accidents.

Additionally, other practice areas for our personal injury lawyers include:

• Traumatic Brain Injuries

• Slip and Fall Injuries

• Spinal Cord Injuries

• Dog Bite Injuries

• Catastrophic Injuries

• Broken Bone Injuries

• Nerve Damage Injuries

• Head Injuries

• Premises Liability Injuries

• Burn Injuries

• Truck Accidents

• Medical Malpractice

During your initial consultation, your injury attorney will investigate all aspects of your case. Once deemed within the realm of practice for your lawyer, they will fight for your rights and compensation for all losses.

Our Clark County personal injury lawyers have expert knowledge of the laws governing Nevada to bring your accident case to justice.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

Being injured by the negligence of others may entitle you to compensation for your medical bills, loss of income, or other pain and suffering.

The proven team at Heidari Law Group has years of experience handling a broad variety of catastrophic injuries and bringing trial victories to the victims of negligence.

If you were in a car accident or suffered an injury in Clark County or the greater Las Vegas area, be sure to contact our Nevada accident attorneys to see what compensation you may be entitled to.

Arrange a Case Consultation

If you or a loved one were injured as a result of the negligence of others in Las Vegas or Clark County, Nevada, you should contact a personal injury attorney for a free case consultation.

The proven attorneys at Heidari Law Group offer free case evaluations. This means you can discuss the details of your case completely free of charge with one of our compassionate representatives.

Heidari Law Group is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for a free case evaluation. Contact us today to set up your consultation!

What Does a Personal Injury Claim Cover?

Your attorney will ensure that your settlement covers all losses incurred in your personal injury claim. It is your lawyer’s duty to thoroughly investigate all facets of your claim and recover the maximum settlement for you.
Your personal injury claim will cover all losses such as:

• All medical bills for treatment required by the injury (including that of the follow-up recovery process)

• All loss of income (time off from work or loss of job)

• Any expenses due to life alterations as a result of the accident

• Loss of consortium

• Pain and suffering

Will My Settlement Be Taxable?

Money collected from settlements is considered income and generally taxed by the IRS. However, settlements and damages from a personal injury claim are often the exceptions. Earnings from car accident settlements are non-taxable.
This means you will not have to worry about paying taxes on the money awarded to you during your settlement or trial victory from your accident case.

What Fees Should I Expect to Pay My Car Accident Lawyer?

The attorneys at Heidari Law Group in Nevada work exclusively on a contingency basis meaning that you will not owe anything unless the attorney wins your case and recovers a settlement on your behalf.

A percentage of your settlement will cover the attorney fees incurred in the process of filing your case. Your accident attorney will discuss with you the exact rate owed during this process. Nothing paid to your attorney will come out of your pocket. Your settlement amount will cover everything owed as part of the contingency agreement.

With this in mind, it is essentially risk-free to call our team of qualified personal injury lawyers in Las Vegas, Nevada to set up your free case consultation today.

What Does Contingency Mean?

Contingency fees are based on the outcome of the case. This means your attorney will agree to represent you and only collect a fee if they can achieve a favorable outcome for your case.

Your case will settle either in pre-litigation or in a court with a trial and judge ruling. If nothing is recovered during this process, you will not owe your attorney anything. Their payment is “contingent” on the successful outcome of your case.

How Much Is the Contingency Fee for Personal Injury Lawyers?

Your attorney will collect their fee from the money recovered in a positive settlement or trial victory for your case. There is not a set standard for contingency fees, but most often you can expect your attorney to collect one-third of the settlement money to cover their expenses and fees.

Your attorney will be sure this is clearly stated and understood during the settlement process. They should be open and upfront with you about what to expect and willing to negotiate to make sure you are satisfied with your settlement.

The exact rate at which your contingency fee is calculated may depend on the specifics of your case. For instance, in some cases, the contingency fee will slide up from 33% to 40% if the case goes to trial. If more expenses are incurred on behalf of your case, your attorney may charge more in contingency.

It is best to speak with your attorney to know exactly what to expect in regards to payment. The accident attorney handling your case will give you a clear and precise picture of how much you can expect of your total settlement to go towards covering attorney fees.

Will I Owe More Than I Recover?

The total court settlement from the case should cover both your incurred losses (medical bills, damages, pain and suffering, etc.) and total attorney fees.

The settlement for your case should cover your losses and legal fees, leaving you without any out-of-pocket expenses from the accident you were a victim of.

Your personal injury lawyer will ensure that you feel satisfied with the outcome of your claim.

What do Attorney Fees Cover?

There are several expenses that your personal injury attorney will incur in the course of handling your injury claim.

Some of the fees your attorney will include in their final fee are:

• Court filing fees

• Transcript costs

• Deposition costs

• Witness fees

• Administrative expenses
  • Postage
  • Legal research
  • Any required travel

• Investigation expense

• Documentation gathering
  • Medical records
  • Police reports

Is Hiring a Car Accident Attorney Worth the Cost?

The higher your medical bills and incurred losses from your accident, the better value a personal injury attorney will be for you.

Your attorney will keep track of all your incurred losses so that you can focus solely on your recovery.

During the negotiations for your settlement, your Nevada accident attorney will refer you to the top medical professionals for your treatment and recovery in your area. Your legal team will ensure you are getting the best treatment and that your rights are being protected.

Additionally, your attorney will advise you on general practices to better the outcome of your case during this process.

Without a personal injury attorney, you would have to work directly with the insurance adjuster who would try to minimize your damages and offer a settlement as low as possible, likely not even covering your total medical bill expenses. An accident attorney fights on your behalf allowing you to focus on your recovery.

In the end, it is well worth it for you to have a knowledgeable and experienced legal ally on your side.

Call (833) 225-5454 Today for Your Free Consultation

Don’t hesitate to set up an evaluation today with our personal injury law firm. Our qualified team is available 24/7 to discuss the terms of your claim with you.

Our law office is here to serve you. Call one our of qualified car accident lawyers with Heidari Law Group at (833) 225-5454 or fill out our request form online today to meet with one of our compassionate representatives.

***Disclaimer: This blog is created by Heidari Law Group for educational purposes. This article provides a general understanding of the law. It does not provide specific advice. By using this site and reading through this blog, there is no attorney-client relationship created between you and any member of Heidari Law. Further, due to the constant change of the law, some parts of the information above may no longer be good law.