If you've had a personal injury happen to you in the past, you may be well aware of the difficulties that come along with it. Recovery time, days spent away from work, and having to pay costly medical bills are all things that you have to be prepared for. Where does one even begin to start when dealing with a minor, moderate, or major injury while attempting to navigate the financial struggles something like this brings? This is a good time to consult with a personal injury lawyer.

About 90% to 95% of personal injury cases generally are settled before making it to trial, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. It's important to have experienced, detailed representation by a reputable personal injury lawyer so that your best interests are handled by someone with the right knowledge. Here are some reasons you may need to hire a good personal injury lawyer.

1. Knowledge

When you have someone that specializes in personal injury law on your side, you are certain to have more favorable results should the case go to trial. Even if you negotiate a settlement and avoid having to be in court, a personal injury lawyer can and will negotiate a better settlement on your behalf. They have the knowledge of the law on their side and more negotiating experience than you do on your own.

2. Insurance

If you're trying to negotiate a fair and just settlement from an insurance company on your own, you're unlikely to receive as much compensation for your injury as a professional injury lawyer can get for you. Most lawyers have dealt with insurance companies for years. They know how the inner workings of an injury claim can be navigated and are far more likely to bring you more money for your injury settlement than you're able to get by yourself.

3. Trial Experience

Due to their extensive experience in the courtroom, if your case cannot be agreed upon and settled prior to trial, your lawyer will be able to help navigate the courtroom experience far easier than you could on your own. Knowing specific laws and injury-related cases will help your personal injury lawyer secure the best results in the trial on your behalf.

4. Negotiations

There's not much worse than feeling the rush to recover from a work-related or negligent injury that isn't your fault. You may have moderate to severe injuries due to the lack of care, supervision, or some other related reason. The last thing you probably feel up to is trying to negotiate a settlement with an employer, a third party, or someone else related to your injury.

Let a professional injury lawyer concentrate on getting you the best possible settlement for your injury while you take the time and care to recover, both physically and mentally. The last thing someone should be worrying about during a state of injury is trying to coordinate a settlement or the headache and inconvenience of having to testify in court without representation. A knowledgeable lawyer can handle most of the heavy lifting on your behalf.

5. Payment

If you interview a number of prospective lawyers to represent your case and your best interests, you'll find that many will work on a contingency fee basis. This means that if they don't secure a settlement prior to a trial, or don't win a trial on your behalf, you are not obligated to pay for their services. Be sure to find a lawyer who offers this kind of arrangement. This will ensure that you are receiving their best level of service, and they will fight hard for your settlement and for your rights.

Being injured is never an easy thing. It's of the utmost importance to be sure all of your bases are covered and that you have the best representation by a personal injury lawyer who will fight for your rights every step of the way. Get in contact with Ianniello Chauvin, LLP today to learn more.