Cary Pickett

Call Center Representative.
Bourassa Law Group / Las Vegas.
Helping others in order to get the help they need in a difficult time.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of the amount recovered from the defendant. There really is no standard fee. The percentage typically ranges from 33% to 40%, but we have seen some attorneys negotiate contingency agreements as high as 60%.

If you have been injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you should contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. An experienced lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and will work to ensure that you receive the maximum compensation for your injuries. The at fault party will likely have an entire insurance company working on their side. Shouldn’t you have someone on your side too?

A personal injury case is a legal dispute that arises when one person suffers harm from an accident or injury, and someone else might be legally responsible for that harm. Personal injury cases can involve physical injuries, psychological injuries, or both. Examples of personal injury cases include car accidents, slip and fall accidents, etc.

They can include the following:

  1. Slip and Fall Accidents
  2. Car Accidents
  3. Product Liability
  4. Dog Bites/Animal Attacks
  5. Defamation of Character
  6. Wrongful Death Claims

The amount of money a personal injury lawyer gets from a settlement depends on the type of fee arrangement that has been agreed upon between the lawyer and the client. Generally, personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win or settle the case. The percentage typically ranges from 33% to 40%, but we have seen some attorneys negotiate contingency agreements as high as 60%.

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