Questions to Ask an Attorney For Your Georgia Drunk Driving Accident Case

If you've been hit by a drunk driver, or someone you love has, it is important to find the right attorney for your case. Often these experiences bring bewilderment and emotional upheaval to victims, and the guidance and counsel of the right attorney can be invaluable.

When seeking out an attorney to represent you in a Atlanta drunk driving injury case, there are some things that you will want to know about the attorney. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions during an initial consultation, which is generally free. Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency basis, being paid upon winning a case.

The first thing that you will want to know is their experience in representing victims of drunk driving accidents in the last two years. This is important because personal injury attorneys have different areas of expertise and different degrees of experience and success. You want an attorney with a proven track record of winning for victims of drunken driving accidents.

Another thing to consider when you are the victim of a drunk driving accident is who is liable for the accident. While the obvious answer may be the negligent driver, in some circumstances, the party that supplied the liquor may also be held liable. Therefore, it is important to understand the multiple claims involved in drunk driving accidents. An experienced DUI attorney will be able to investigate these claims and prosecute for the full compensation that you are entitled to.

You will also want to know their knowledge surrounding both criminal and civil courts. Drunk drivers are held responsible in both courts, and an experienced injury attorney needs to be able to keep you up to date on the criminal side as well as the civil.

In working with an attorney it is also important to set up clear lines of communication around availability. All financial commitments should be fully laid out, understood, and in writing.

The bottom-line is that an experienced lawyer gives you the best possible chance at earning the maximum amount of financial compensation that you deserve. A good lawyer can help you not only execute your claim, but also win your case.

To learn more about what a lawyer can do for your claim, contact the Atlanta DUI victim lawyers at Shane Smith Law to schedule a free consultation today. You can call us at (770) HURT-999 or fill out the form on this page.