If you have suffered an injury, a free consultation can be the first step in winning the compensation you deserve for your injury. It can help you understand how the injury claim process works and how to avoid mistakes. An injury lawyer free consultation can also help you decide on the best injury lawyer to represent you. Most injury lawyers offer free consultations, but you don’t have to hire the lawyer you meet with.
Here, you will find answers to the most important questions people ask about injury lawyer free consultations. Each FAQ answers the question first. I then geneerally provide additional information specific to my Edmonton injury law firm, Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law. Each of our injury lawyers has more than 20 years of experience practicing injury law.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law focuses exclusively on injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. Our success is based on helping our clients secure the support and compensation they deserve to rebuild their lives.
Yes. Most injury lawyers offer free consultations via phone or video.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law will meet with you via phone call (780-760-4878), online using Zoom, in our Edmonton offices (7815 101 Ave NW), or in the hospital if you are seriously injured.
To request an injury lawyer free consultation, call (780-760-4878) or fill out this form.
Yes, bringing someone for support during your injury lawyer free injury consultation can be helpful. Consider asking a trusted friend, colleague, or close relative to accompany you.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law recommends that you discuss with the person whether they will be there just to support and listen or also to participate in the meeting. Make sure you are comfortable with that person hearing the details of your accident and injury.
You can save time by shortlisting the injury lawyers you are most likely to hire. Speaking with more than one injury lawyer is advisable. Remember, injury lawyers provide free consultations at no charge. Please be considerate of their time.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law recommends that you look for an injury lawyer with experience in your type of accident and injury. Look for someone you can talk to and who really listens. When you hire an injury lawyer, you should feel confident in their ability to win maximum compensation for your claim. Follow these tips (How to Find an Injury Lawyer:
An 8-Step Guide for Injury Victims) to find the injury lawyer that is right for you.
Yes, injury lawyers will offer general legal advice during a free consultation. The injury lawyer will not provide full legal representation until you have signed a contract.
Based on the facts of your case, Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law will evaluate your injury claim and recommend a strategy to help you receive maximum. The consultation is free, and you are under no obligation to hire our lawyers. Learn more about how Joseph A. Nagy builds winning strategies for injury claims.
A free consultation typically lasts 60 minutes to 90 minutes, depending on the complexity of your case.
Before your free consultation, Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law recommends that you
To learn more, see How to Prepare for Your Injury Lawyer Free Consultation.
No. You have no obligation to hire the injury lawyer after your free consultation. The meeting is commitment-free.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law offers free consultations and no-win, no-fee representation. Each of our injury lawyers has more than 20 years of experience and has handled thousands of injury cases.
Bring the documents you to have to the free consultation.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law recognizes you may not have all your documents ready for the free consultation meeting. Provide as much of the following documentation as possible:
To learn more, see How to Prepare for Your Injury Lawyer Free Consultation.
An injury lawyer free consultation is a no-cost meeting that injury lawyers offer to injury victims. During the meeting, the injury lawyer will review the details of your accident and injury and evaluate your injury claim.
During your free consultation, the injury lawyer will want to learn about the facts of your accident, injuries, and insurance coverage. The injury lawyer may also recommend a potential legal strategy to help you win your case.
The experienced injury lawyers at Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law will
Injury lawyers offer free consultations to injury victims in order to review the facts and viability of your claim. They hope to build trust and to represent you. However, the consultation is free, and you are under no obligation to hire the lawyer.
Yes, bringing your insurance documents to the free consultation will help your injury lawyer assess your claim and identify any applicable benefits.
To learn more, see How to Prepare for Your Injury Lawyer Free Consultation.
Yes.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law frequently represents clients who have suffered multiple injuries in a motor vehicle accident. In some cases, they have been injured in more than one accident before consulting our firm. Our experienced injury lawyers know how to deal with these situations and build winning strategies for our clients.
Yes. Most firms allow rescheduling or cancellation without penalty. All law firms appreciate being notified as soon as possible if rescheduling or cancellation is needed.
You can schedule a free consultation with most injury law firms by phone, email, or by using the law firm’s online booking form.
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Consult an injury lawyer as soon as possible if you have been injured in an automobile accident. Early legal advice helps protect your rights.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law recommends that you contact an injury lawyer as soon as possible after your accident. Protect yourself!
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No. You have no obligation to hire the injury lawyer after your free consultation. The meeting is commitment-free.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law offers free consultations and no-win, no-fee representation. Each of our injury lawyers has more than 20 years of experience and has handled thousands of injury cases.
Injury lawyers will want to see police reports, insurance policy documents, accident photos, and any relevant correspondence.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law recognizes you may not have all your documents ready for the free consultation meeting. Provide as much of the following documentation as possible:
To learn more, see How to Prepare for Your Injury Lawyer Free Consultation.
In general, you should ask about the strength of your claim, the injury lawyer’s legal strategy to prove your claim, the injury lawyer’s fees, the likely timeline to resolve your case, the lawyer’s experience, and the lawyer who will be handling your case. A senior partner may meet with you, but will that lawyer hand the case off to a less experienced lawyer?
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law recommends you prepare questions ahead of time. Have a list you can refer to during your free consultation. See How to Prepare for Your Injury Lawyer Free Consultation for possible questions to ask about the injury lawyer’s experience with your type of injury and accident, injury lawyer fees, the viability of your claim, and strategy for winning your case. Unlike most injury law firms, we won’t hand your case off to a junior lawyer. The same experienced injury lawyer will handle your injury claim from your first meeting until it’s successfully resolved.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law handles injury claims arising from motor vehicle accidents: car crashes, truck collisions, motorcycle accidents. pedestrian injuries, and commercial vehicle collisions.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law is a different kind of injury law firm.
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Yes. Multi-Vehicle collision cases are often complex. Some of the many legal considerations in multi vehicle collision cases include Causation, Contributory Negligence, policy limits, excess insurance, and voluntary assumption of risk. Insurance companies will fight very hard to limit the amount they will have to pay to all claimants in multi-vehicle collision cases. They will regularly hire expert accident reconstructionist engineers within days of the collision to preserve the best evidence and minimize the value of your case. Always consult an injury lawyer to protect your rights.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law has dealt with many multi vehicle collision cases. We know the law.
Yes, lawyer-client confidentiality applies even if you don’t retain the firm.
Yes. Alberta-based lawyers can represent out-of-province clients if the accident occurred in Alberta.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law represents clients from other jurisdictions that have been injured in an Alberta motor vehicle accident.
Some injury lawyers provide a written case evaluation. Others only offer a verbal summary. You can request a written evaluation.
No, do not meet with the insurance adjuster before talking with an injury lawyer.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law recommends that you speak with an injury lawyer first. Always remember that the insurance adjuster works for the insurance company, not you. As Joseph A. Nagy says, “If the insurance company treated you fairly, I would not have a job.”
Most firms have standard rates based on their experience and success rate. Be cautious if the injury law firm offers to negotiate a lower fee. Always find out if the injury lawyer will charge a flat contingency fee or a graduated contingency fee.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law charges a flat contingency fee of 33% for injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents.
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No. A free injury lawyer consultation is 100% free.
Most injury law firms in Alberta charge a graduated contingency fee. A graduated contingency fee increases based on the time and/or steps needed to resolve your case. A graduated contingency fee may start at 25% and then increase to as much as 40% before your case is resolved. A flat contingency fee does not increase.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law charges a flat contingency fee of 33% for injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. That percentage does not increase if we do more work to resolve your claim, even if it goes to litigation.
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Your injury lawyer will start building your case: investigating your claim, strategizing, gathering evidence, communicating with insurance companies, and preparing for settlement negotiations or trial. Your injury lawyer should keep you up to date on any developments in your case.
When we represent you, our job is to be your powerful ally. We will protect you, ease your stress and financial hardship, and obtain the maximum possible compensation from the insurance company.
Some injury law firms will charge a retainer to pay for up-front costs. They will ask clients to sign a Retainer Agreement. The retainer is deposited in the lawyer’s trust account. As the lawyer works on your case, he/she withdraws money from the trust account to cover expenses. Most injury law firms in Alberta cover legal expenses during your case and deduct their fees only after a successful result.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law does not charge a retainer fee.
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Yes, reputable injury lawyers will explain everything—contingency fees, possible disbursements, and any additional costs—before you sign anything.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law will clearly explain all costs, including our contingency fee and likely disbursements, before you hire our firm.
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Yes, injured passengers can seek compensation from the at-fault driver’s car insurance. In Alberta, you may qualify for passenger injury compensation.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law has dealt with many passenger injury cases. We know the law. We also know passenger injury cases can be difficult and complex, particularly if
Always consult an injury lawyer to protect your rights. Learn more about our experience with pedestrian accidents.
Yes, you can file a claim. However, under Alberta’s Contributory Negligence Act, the compensation you receive may be reduced due to contributory negligence.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law can help you understand the potential impact on your claim. Remember, drivers also owe a duty of care to ensure their passengers are wearing a seatbelt before putting the vehicle into motion. Parents must ensure that their children are properly restrained in children’s car seats.
Yes. If the other party is uninsured or unidentified (as in a hit-and-run), you may be eligible to make a claim through the Alberta Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Program (MVAC). The maximum payment is limited to $200,000 for injuries for all claimants arising out of one incident. Property damage is not covered. You may also be able to receive payment through the SEF44 rider on your own insurance policy.
Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law has dealt with many such cases. The law and its application can be complex. Always consult an experienced injury lawyer.
Under Alberta’s Limitations Act, you typically have two years from the date when the injury occurred to file a Statement of Claim. Exceptions may apply, such as if the injured party is a minor at the time of the accident. Reporting the collision to your insurance company is not the same as filing a Statement of Claim with the Court. Always consult an injury lawyer if you require assistance to file a Statement of Claim.
Learn how Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law guides clients through the injury claim process.
