Why a car accident attorney may not accept your case

Facing a car accident can be quite stressful and painful. When you are in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you can likely be entitled to compensation for damages, so it is essential to hire an experienced attorney and not deal with the situation alone.

However, not all lawyers can take the same cases, and to decide to work on a case, they must take different factors into account. Here are some of the situations in which an attorney may choose not to take your case:

– It is not their area of ​​expertise. The law is extensive, and there are different specialties that a lawyer can decide to take. For example, some lawyers specialize in the commercial area, criminal area, or labor area, among others. Even when a lawyer could work in ​​personal injury, not all accidents are handled the same way. Therefore, it is crucial that the attorney you choose has sufficient experience handling car accident cases and a track record of success with their clients.

– Chances of winning are low. Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, so you do not have to pay until your case is won. Suppose that the lawyer realizes that the situation is unfavorable for you when reviewing the case. In that situation, he will most likely decide not to take it as this would affect not only his income but also his success record.

– The statute of limitations has expired. The statute of limitations refers to the period of time that a person has to file a legal process, which begins from the date of the accident. The statute of limitations for car accidents is two years in most cases. However, this can vary depending on the state and sometimes on the circumstances of the accident. Once this time has ended, the victim will lose the opportunity to initiate legal proceedings against the person responsible. If the time stated by the statute of limitations has finished, an attorney will likely decide not to take the case.

– The lawyer has a high workload and does not have time to dedicate to your case. Lawyers handle different cases, and if they feel they don’t have the time and resources to handle your situation, they will most likely decide not to take it.

In any situation, you have the right to seek a second opinion. If you have doubts about your situation and the circumstances of your accident, call us. We will love to help you.