What Should I Bring to My First Meeting With a Personal Injury Lawyer?
It’s helpful to bring any documents you have related to the accident, including medical records, photos of the scene, witness contact info, and any communication with insurance companies. The more information you provide, the better we can assess your case.
In your first meeting with a personal injury lawyer, they’ll review the details of your case. Certain documentation relating to your accident could help them establish liability and determine the strength of your claim. That’s why it’s important to bring any relevant evidence to this first meeting.
The information you provide during your initial case evaluation can offer valuable insights. Evidence might suggest that someone else’s negligence led to your injury. It could also help determine the value of your claim, especially if you have bills or statements that highlight any financial losses tied to the accident.
Documents To Provide to a Personal Injury Lawyer During an Initial Consultation
Every personal injury case is different, so you may only have some documentation for an attorney to review shortly after an accident. Below is a breakdown of useful documents to bring to your first meeting with a personal injury lawyer:
- Police report: Request a copy of an accident police report. It may contain key details about the causes of an accident and the parties involved.
- Insurance information: Provide the lawyer with your insurance information as well as the at-fault party’s insurance details.
- Medical records: Your medical records demonstrate the extent of your injuries and the treatment required.
- Witness contact information: Your lawyer may ask for witness statements to corroborate your claim. If you have the contact information of anyone who witnessed the accident, now is the time to provide it.
- Accident scene photos: Pictures from the scene lend insight into potential causes and the extent of the damage. For example, a photo of a dented vehicle may be relevant in a car accident case, while a picture of an icy sidewalk could support a slip-and-fall claim.
- Photos of injuries: Taking photos of lacerations, bruises, or other injuries you sustain could strengthen your case.
- Confirmation of lost wages: An accident may leave you unable to work. Confirm this with documents, such as a doctor’s note or an email communication with your employer.
- Financial documents: To calculate your economic damages, sort through your medical bills, prescription costs, property damage estimates, and other relevant documents.
Your first meeting with a personal injury lawyer can provide you with a legal strategy and a better sense of how they approach cases. At Ostroff Godshall Injury and Accident Lawyers, we offer free, no-obligation consultations.
See if we’re the firm you trust to handle your accident claim. Give us a call at (484) 351-0350 to schedule a consultation.
