1. Experience – Experience is pivotal when it comes to investigating your claims for damages and proving liability in court. An experienced, trial-ready attorney that can build a case from the ground up and fight for you in court is the best way to give your case an opportunity for justice and maximum compensation.

2. Track Record of Success – Does the attorney have a history of success in your type of case? Does the law firm have a pedigree with significant recoveries against major corporations? A history of substantial settlements and verdicts is a good indicator that the law firm has the ability to win cases when the stakes are high. 

3. Fee Structure – These agreements are typically based on a contingency fee, which means that attorneys representing receive a fee if they obtain compensation for you via settlement or verdict. Before you sign an agreement, have the trucking accident attorneys walk you through the fee structure so you know what to expect. 

4. Advocacy Beyond the Courtroom – At Wisner Baum, our team of attorneys go the extra mile to ensure that our clients get the help they need, which occasionally extends beyond the purview of the lawsuit. For example, our legal teams often help clients with insurance matters, retrieval of property, closing financial accounts, setting up estates, among other things. 

5. Empathy and Clear Communication – Accident victims have been through a lot, and as such, deserve to be treated with care and attention. In your initial meeting with an attorney, pay attention to how they make you feel. Do they answer your questions with respect and care? Remember, this is your case and the attorney should advocate not just professionally to get the results you need; they should advocate with dedication and compassion.