You’ve been in a motorcycle accident – now what? It’s very important for a motorcyclist involved in an accident to contact a lawyer as soon as possible. Often, riders involved in accidents will forget details of what happened exactly as time goes on – meaning the lawyer has a less-than-clear idea of what happened to you. Not only do riders forget – but witnesses as well.

If you are looking for legal representation following a motorcycle accident, you need to find an attorney or law firm with experience in motorcycle accident cases. You want a lawyer with success in handling similar cases, with the skills and talent to represent you and your case in the strongest possible way.  

In general, whether you are selecting an attorney from a friend’s suggestion, from the phone book or from an online ad, ask your potential lawyer these questions before you make a decision to hand your case over:

• What experience do you have in defending motorcycle accident cases?
• Have you ever handle a similar case before?
• What was the outcome of the case?
• What is the possible outcome of my motorcycle accident case and how long will it take?
• What are my options?
• What are your rates and how often will you bill me?
• What is a ballpark guess for the total cost of my case, including any fees and expenses?
• How often will you keep me informed of the progress?
• Will you phone me when there is an update?
• What sort of approach will you take – aggressive or reasonable?
• Can junior attorneys or paralegals handle some of the legal work at a lower rate?
• Will you have other attorneys etc. working on the case?

Asking the right questions can help you get a better idea of what to expect, not only from your potential legal counsel, but also from the outcome of the case.