Are you wondering how to select a wrongful death attorney in Mission Viejo or Orange County? If you have lost a loved one in a fatal accident it is important to find an attorney with extensive trial experience, strong client and industry recommendations and yet a person you feel comfortable working with. Trial experience is important for several reasons in a wrongful death case. It may surprise you to learn many attorneys have never tried a case to a jury verdict, they simply settle all of their cases on behalf of their clients. Insurance companies offer settlements based upon their assessment of risk, and almost always start with a much lower number than the policy provides for. Insurance companies keep close track of all injury attorneys and know which attorneys are willing and able to take a case to trial. The insurance company faces its highest risk before a jury. Taking a case to trial substantially increases the costs of the insurance company. Therefore, when your attorney has extensive trial experience the insurance company is much more likely to pay the maximum amount under the policy in order to avoid having to take the case to trial.
The experience of former clients and the recommendations of the legal industry are also important. Reading client reviews helps you to select a wrongful death attorney in Mission Viejo who has achieved positive outcomes for many others in the past while providing insight into what it will be like to work with that attorney. The legal industry has several prestigious awards for proven trial attorneys. Awards such as SuperLawyers, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates, ABOTA and Avvo ratings confirm the industry’s perspective on an attorney’s skill and experience.
Ultimately you should select a wrongful death attorney in Mission Viejo after speaking with them on the phone or in person. Recently, a Marine Corps Captain was seriously injured on his motorcycle and after interviewing several injury attorneys he selected Rivers Morrell. His video, “How Should You Select an Injury Attorney” provides insight into the process and helpful tips on what to look for. Wrongful death cases can be quite legally complex and your family deserves an experienced and proven Mission Viejo wrongful death attorney. We invite you to review the recommendations of our clients and the legal industry and contact us or call (949)305-1400 for a free consultation. There is no cost to you or your family out of pocket as we work on a contingency fee basis.
