1. What should I look for when selecting a lawyer?

2. What do I need to know about my case before contacting your firm?

3. What can I expect from my first appointment with your firm?

4. Will I need to pay any money to get started?

5. When my personal injury case is pending, who pays the out-of-pocket expenses?

6. Will I win my case?

7. Is using Allen & Associates, PLC better than hiring a non-injury law firm?

8. Will you help me prepare for trial?

9. Will my personal injury case settle or go to trial?

What should I look for when selecting a lawyer?

Ask for information concerning the lawyer’s training, education and experience with cases similar to yours. For personal injury claims, be sure the lawyer is familiar with Arizona laws. Also, review the fee contract in detail with the lawyer to ensure you understand how you will pay the lawyer’s fees and costs at the end of the case.

What do I need to know about my case before contacting your firm?

We spend much of the time obtaining information from clients during the initial contact. We need as much detail as you are able to provide about your personal injury case. It is helpful, but not necessary if you have a copy of the accident exchange report, insurance claim number and copies of your own insurance policies at the time of the initial interview. We make informed decisions about your whether to accept your case, after we have the necessary information. The information you provide is also critical to how we are able to resolve your case.

What can I expect from my first appointment with your firm?

You will meet with attorney Jamal F. Allen and/ or a highly trained member of his legal staff. In our office, you will find a courteous and professional environment. We want you to be at ease and allow you plenty of time to discuss the facts of your case and learn how Arizona law affects your potential personal injury case. Our initial consultation is always free.

Will I need to pay any money to get started?

No. We will handle your personal case on a contingent fee basis. That means, if we do not obtain a recovery for you then you owe us nothing. No Recovery. No Fee. Prior to us representing you, we provide you the opportunity to review our fee agreement and ask questions as to how our attorney’s fees and incurred costs are determined.

When my personal injury case is pending, who pays the out-of-pocket expenses?

We will handle your personal case on a contingent fee basis. No recovery. No Fee. While pursuing your case, we advance costs associated with obtaining reports and medical records and, in the litigation context, paying for deposition transcripts and hiring experts. Once we obtain a recovery for you the out-of-pocket expenses we paid are your responsibility. You reimburse us for costs only if we succeed in obtaining a recovery for you.

Will I win my case?

The term “win” is loaded. However, our clients usually prevail. They usually leave with sizable recoveries. Each case, however, is different. Though we are very successful we must remind you that no attorney should guarantee the result in any injury case.

Is using Allen & Associates, PLC better than hiring a non-injury law firm?

Hiring an experienced personal injury attorney is the best way to protect your rights and interests. Personal injury cases are unique from other cases. Insurance companies and the law firms they regularly employ handle these cases everyday. Give yourself the best opportunity to succeed by hiring an attorney who knows how to investigate and resolve your injury case.

Will you help me prepare for trial?

Most injury cases settle prior to trial. If liability or damages is highly disputed in your case and trial is your best alternative then, of course, we will prepare you for trial. In each case, we continually collect and review evidence that will assist us in presenting your case at trial. That same evidence also assists us settle your case if you choose to do so. In either event, you will be thoroughly prepared.

Will my personal injury case settle or go to trial?

You make the ultimate determination as to whether your case should settle or proceed to trial. For example, some clients choose to put $50,000 in the bank as opposed to rolling the dice and going for an even larger recovery. The decision is yours. We provide you enough information and guidance so you are able to make an informed decision.

Contact Injury Law Attorney Jamal F. Allen with Allen & Associates today for a free consultation.