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First, ensure the attorney has specific experience with your type of case. Second, ask about their track record. Do they have a history of significant settlements and verdicts? Finally, choose a lawyer who communicates clearly and makes you feel heard during your initial consultation.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-25-2055-2\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-25-2055\"><div id=\"_toggle-27-2055-2\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-27-2055\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-28-2055-2\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-28-2055\"><span id=\"span-32-2055-2\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-32-2055\">What are the most common types of personal injury claims?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-30-2055-2\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-30-2055\"><span id=\"span-34-2055-2\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-34-2055\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">While any injury caused by negligence can lead to a claim, the most frequent cases we handle in Philadelphia involve traffic-related incidents like car, truck, and motorcycle accidents. We also regularly represent clients in premises liability cases (like slip and falls) and complex medical malpractice claims.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-25-2055-3\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-25-2055\"><div id=\"_toggle-27-2055-3\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-27-2055\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-28-2055-3\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-28-2055\"><span id=\"span-32-2055-3\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-32-2055\">How much does it cost to hire an injury lawyer?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-30-2055-3\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-30-2055\"><span id=\"span-34-2055-3\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-34-2055\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are zero upfront costs or out-of-pocket fees to hire our firm. We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. This means we cover all the costs of building your case, and we only get paid a percentage of the money we successfully recover for you. If we don't win, you don't owe us anything.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-25-2055-4\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-25-2055\"><div id=\"_toggle-27-2055-4\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-27-2055\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-28-2055-4\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-28-2055\"><span id=\"span-32-2055-4\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-32-2055\">How do you maximize a personal injury settlement?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-30-2055-4\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-30-2055\"><span id=\"span-34-2055-4\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-34-2055\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maximizing a settlement is a strategic process that involves four key steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>A thorough investigation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to gather all evidence and prove fault.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Consulting with experts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to calculate the full lifetime cost of an injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Aggressively negotiating<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> with the insurance company and rejecting lowball offers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Preparing every case for trial<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> gives us leverage to demand fair compensation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-25-2055-5\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-25-2055\"><div id=\"_toggle-27-2055-5\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-27-2055\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-28-2055-5\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-28-2055\"><span id=\"span-32-2055-5\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-32-2055\">Should I accept an insurance company's first settlement offer?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-30-2055-5\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-30-2055\"><span id=\"span-34-2055-5\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-34-2055\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We strongly advise against it. The first offer is almost always a lowball amount intended to close your case quickly and cheaply, before you understand the true long-term cost of your injuries. Never accept an offer without having it reviewed by a qualified attorney first.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-25-2055-6\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-25-2055\"><div id=\"_toggle-27-2055-6\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-27-2055\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-28-2055-6\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-28-2055\"><span id=\"span-32-2055-6\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-32-2055\">Can I still file a case if I was partially at fault?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-30-2055-6\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-30-2055\"><span id=\"span-34-2055-6\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-34-2055\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes. Pennsylvania follows a \"modified comparative negligence\" rule. This means you can still recover damages as long as you are found to be <\/span><b>less than 51% at fault<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for the accident. However, your final compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-25-2055-7\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-25-2055\"><div id=\"_toggle-27-2055-7\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-27-2055\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-28-2055-7\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-28-2055\"><span id=\"span-32-2055-7\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-32-2055\">How long will my personal injury case take?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-30-2055-7\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-30-2055\"><span id=\"span-34-2055-7\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-34-2055\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The timeline can range from several months to over a year. A straightforward case may settle relatively quickly, while a complex case involving severe injuries will take longer. Our priority is always to secure your maximum possible compensation, not just a fast settlement.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/div><\/div><div id=\"div_block-25-2055-8\" class=\"ct-div-block faq--toggle--wrapper\" data-id=\"div_block-25-2055\"><div id=\"_toggle-27-2055-8\" class=\"oxy-toggle toggle-1229 toggle-1229-expanded\" data-oxy-toggle-initial-state=\"closed\" data-oxy-toggle-active-class=\"toggle-1229-expanded\" data-id=\"_toggle-27-2055\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-expand-collapse-icon\" href=\"#\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"oxy-toggle-content\">\n                <h1 id=\"headline-28-2055-8\" class=\"ct-headline faq--toggle--head\" data-id=\"headline-28-2055\"><span id=\"span-32-2055-8\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-32-2055\">What is the deadline for filing a personal injury lawsuit in PA?<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div id=\"text_block-30-2055-8\" class=\"ct-text-block faq--toggle-answer\" data-id=\"text_block-30-2055\"><span id=\"span-34-2055-8\" class=\"ct-span\" data-id=\"span-34-2055\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pennsylvania has a strict <\/span><b>two-year statute of limitations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for most personal injury cases. 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