Frequently asked questions about personal injury attorneys and trial lawyers

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How can a personal injury attorney help me?
- Pursuing a legal action after you have been affected by an accident or injury can be a difficult process to navigate on your own. The legal help that can be provided to you by an experienced personal injury attorney can be a valuable resource in getting you a fair recovery. A personal injury lawyer can evaluate your case with you and explain what to expect at every step in your injury case. They will then fight on your behalf by researching your case, creating a tailored legal strategy, and negotiating with insurance companies and their attorneys to make sure you'll get the justice and compensation you deserve.
How do I know if I have a personal injury case?
- If you have been injured or are suffering due to the negligence of a third party you may have a case. You do not have to be sure of whether your case is valid before scheduling a FREE case consultation with one of our experienced attorneys. Call Cherry & Irwin now at 334-793-1000 to schedule your appointment.
How much will it cost to contact Cherry & Irwin?
- Nothing. Your initial consultation is free. Most of our cases are accepted on a contingency basis which means that we are paid when you receive your reward. Therefore, you will have no immediate out-of-pocket expense for us to begin working your personal injury, accident or medical malpractice case.
What if the accident or illness did not happen to me, but to a loved one?
- Even if you were not directly involved with the accident or illness, we may still be able to help you. There are laws that govern who can file lawsuits. We may not be able to file a suit on your behalf, but we may be able to help you find the appropriate party who can pursue the suit. Our experienced attorneys can explain the laws to you and answer any questions you may have during you during your FREE consultation.
How much money will I win from my personal injury case?
- There are many factors involved in deciding how much money you will win. Courts will consider the extent of the injuries or illness, long term affects, if the illness or injury resulted or will result in death and many other things. Rest assured, our lawyers will aggressively fight for you to ensure you get as much compensation as possible.
Is there a time limit for filing a case?
- In almost every situation the government has set a "statute of limitations" on how long a person can wait to file a personal injury lawsuit. Depending on the state and the type of injury, the time limit may be months to years. But even more important than that, even if the statute of limitations has not expired, every day past the accident or illness makes it that much more difficult for us to locate witnesses and discover details that may result in a larger reward for you. If you feel that you may have a case, please call us right away at 334-793-1000.
How long will my case take?
- The length of time it takes to settle a case may be several months. We will research your claim, attempt to locate witnesses, obtain medical records, police reports and more. Once the lawsuit has been filed, it may take weeks to months before the court date can arrive due to heavy court case loads. However, rest assured that our attorneys take your case very seriously and much of the work is done "behind the scenes" and may not be readily apparent. If you ever have questions about your case, feel free to call us at 334-793-1000.
Why should I use Cherry & Irwin?
- The lawyers at Cherry & Irwin have over 150 years of combined experience in helping the victims of accidents and injuries, and we have successfully won over $160 million in settlements on behalf of our clients. Our attorneys are nationally recognized and have handled numerous high-profile cases across the United States. Throughout our careers, we have worked over 10,000 cases, and we have secured in excess of $160 million in settlements and awards. Although we are a successful firm with a considerable amount of experience and resources, we do not sacrifice personal attention and treat our clients like family. We are ready to aggressively fight for your legal rights and get you the justice you deserve. Call us at 334-793-1000 or fill out the form on this page to request a FREE case consultation.
Legal Terms
- Causation
  
  The issue of proving that your injuries were caused by the accident in question.
  
  Compensatory Damages
  
  Compensation requested or awarded that covers the cost of or expected cost of damage.
  
  Damages
  
  The level of injury sustained.
  
  Liability
  
  The fault a party incurs in an accident or event due to something they either did or failed to do.
  
  Liable
  
  Responsible for.
  
  Negligence
  
  The action or failure of action by another person or entity that caused an injury.
  
  Punitive Damages
  
  Damages requested or awarded in addition to the actual cost of an injury. Usually this is to punish the negligent.
  
  Statute of Limitations
  
  A set period of time between the point that an accident or injury occurred or was discovered and the time a personal injury lawsuit may be filed.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How can a personal injury attorney help me?

How do I know if I have a personal injury case?

How much will it cost to contact Cherry & Irwin?

What if the accident or illness did not happen to me, but to a loved one?

How much money will I win from my personal injury case?

Is there a time limit for filing a case?

How long will my case take?

Why should I use Cherry & Irwin?

Legal Terms

Causation

Compensatory Damages

Damages

Liability

Liable

Negligence

Punitive Damages

Statute of Limitations