Do I Need a Lawyer After a Car Accident?
The Short Answer
If you were injured in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, yes — you should talk to a personal injury attorney. Here’s why.
Insurance Companies Are Not on Your Side
The other driver’s insurance company has one goal: minimize what they pay you. They’ll call you quickly, sound friendly and concerned, and try to get you to settle fast — before you know the full extent of your injuries.
An experienced attorney knows their tactics and protects you from settling too early or too low.
When You Definitely Need a Lawyer
You should strongly consider hiring a personal injury attorney if:
- You were injured and needed medical treatment
- You missed work due to your injuries
- The other driver’s insurance is disputing fault
- You’re being pressured to give a recorded statement
- The insurance company made a lowball offer
- Your injuries are ongoing or may require future treatment
- Multiple parties were involved in the accident
When You Might Not Need a Lawyer
If the accident was truly minor — no injuries, just cosmetic vehicle damage — you may be able to handle the property damage claim on your own. But if there’s any injury involved, even something that seems minor like neck stiffness, it’s worth getting a consultation.
What a Lawyer Does for You
A personal injury attorney handles:
- All communication with insurance companies
- Gathering evidence and building your case
- Coordinating your medical treatment
- Calculating the full value of your claim
- Negotiating for maximum compensation
- Filing a lawsuit if the insurance company won’t pay fairly
Free Consultation — No Risk
At Johnson Injury Law, your initial consultation is free. We work on contingency, so you pay nothing unless we win. There’s no risk in finding out whether you have a case.
Call (714) 656-2400 or visit our contact page to get started.