10 Questions to Ask a Newport Beach Personal Injury Attorney
Practical questions to ask before hiring a personal injury attorney in Newport Beach or Orange County — fees, experience, and communication.
Before you hire anyone
A free initial consultation is the right time to ask direct questions — a good attorney will welcome them, and the answers can tell you a lot about fit and fee structure before you commit to anything.
Questions about experience
How many personal injury cases like mine have you handled? Do you regularly handle cases involving [PCH accidents / boating incidents / premises liability], specifically? What was the general outcome range for similar recent cases?
Questions about fees
Is this handled on a contingency basis, and what percentage? Are case costs (expert fees, filing fees) deducted before or after the contingency percentage? What happens to costs if the case doesn't result in a recovery?
Questions about communication
Who will be my main point of contact — you directly, or a case manager? How often can I expect updates? What's the best way to reach you with questions?
Questions about strategy
What do you see as the strengths and weaknesses of my case so far? Would you recommend negotiating or preparing for the possibility of litigation? What documentation should I start gathering right away?