There are thousands of attorneys licensed to practice law in Hawaii. Even those with offices on other islands are likely willing to travel to Kauai for court cases. Collisions can generate tens of thousands of dollars in property damage and far more in injury-related expenses. Trauma care, rehabilitation services and lost wages can create staggering losses after a wreck.
Hawaii residents, tourists and business professionals may find themselves dealing with the aftermath of a car crash during what should be a routine trip on Kauai. They may then struggle to manage the aftermath of the incident. Particularly when people live elsewhere, seeking appropriate compensation after a collision in Kauai may require the support of a lawyer familiar with personal injury statutes.
How can those hoping to negotiate with insurance providers or pursue a lawsuit hire the right attorney for their circumstances?
Create a list of personal injury lawyers
Some attorneys practice every type of law to better serve long-term clients. Those with a single issue to address, such as the need for compensation after a wreck, often need to look for lawyers who focus on that area of law.
Personal injury lawyers who understand insurance coverage and handle litigation for their clients are often better options than general practice lawyers. A short list of several local attorneys who focus on collision and injury cases is a good starting point when choosing a lawyer.
Look at their case results
The prior success of an attorney is one of the best indications that they can provide the support a client requires. Some lawyers have volume-based practices. They try to get as many clients in and out as quickly as possible instead of optimizing the recovery of each individual client.
At Trecker Fritz & Williams, Attorneys at Law, we pride ourselves on respecting how significant major collisions are for our clients and advocating for them accordingly. Our firm’s successful cases involve multiple car crash settlements of more than $1 million. We have represented tourists, moped operators and people who sustained life-altering injuries in collisions caused by other drivers.
Our firm also has a track record of successfully arbitrating cases. We have secured arbitration awards as high as 279 times the original amount offered to our clients. We have also taken cases to arbitration where the original offer was quite literally nothing and successfully obtained six-figure awards for our clients.
Schedule meetings with top candidates
Personality and communication style can be important when dealing with a very personal matter, such as the aftermath of a car crash. People have to feel comfortable being honest about their challenges after a collision and going through very personal details, such as their medical records.
Car crashes can affect people’s physical capabilities, mental health and personal relationships. Clients have to be able to discuss these concerns with an attorney. Their lawyer must be receptive to their concerns.
At the same time, attorneys need to provide honest and realistic information to their clients. Clients are usually most satisfied working with people who are honest but optimistic regarding what is possible in a personal injury case. Factors including the nature of the crash, the injuries sustained, the insurance coverage available and a host of other details can influence what people can expect when pursuing car crash compensation.
Attorneys should educate their clients about the process and help them establish achievable goals. People who have major car crash losses may need support as they prepare to negotiate with insurance providers, attend arbitration or pursue personal injury litigation. They could benefit from scheduling a sit-down meeting to evaluate their case and determine if our firm might be a proper fit.
Contact our team at Trecker Fritz & Williams, Attorneys at Law by clicking here or calling 808-913-1832 to explore all options available after a major car wreck. We look forward to speaking with you.