How to Determine If You Should File a Lawsuit

Just because you were injured does not mean that you automatically have a legal cause of action and should file a lawsuit. You should ask yourself the reason why you want to file a lawsuit: Money? Respect? Revenge? Principal? Perhaps the most important question to ask is whether it is worth your time, effort and expense to file suit, which may take years to resolve.

 If you were injured by the negligent or careless actions of another party, it is in your best interest to first consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to determine whether you should pursue legal actions.

Research Before Filing a Lawsuit

Even when you consult an attorney, extensive research should be conducted to determine whether you should file suit. Failing to do your research can add anxiety, frustration and even doom your lawsuit.

Below are some important steps you and your personal injury attorney should take before rushing to the courthouse to file your lawsuit:

-          Researching the merits of your claim, including determining whether all of the elements of your potential causes of action are met.

-          Researching cases that are similar to your fact pattern to determine the possibility of compensation that may be awarded in your claim.

-          Collecting important pieces of evidence that may prove or disprove your case.

-          Determining whether you have the necessary funds to go forward with your claim.

-          Contacting potential witnesses to determine whether they are willing to testify.

-          Researching the potential parties to determine whether they are solvent and you are able to collect a judgment against them.

-          Researching the applicable statutes of limitations to make sure you can timely bring a lawsuit against the negligent parties.

-          Determining whether you can avoid litigation by attempting to take advantage of all reasonable opportunities to settle your claim.

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For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney , please call the Law Offices of Samer Habbas at 1-888-848-5048.