Many law firms and attorneys provide legal services for people suffering personal injuries due to another's negligence. It may be another motorist, a business owner, or someone else whose negligence leads to injuries. If English isn't your first language, you may be more comfortable with a lawyer who speaks your native language, like Spanish or Mandarin. Here are some important factors in finding the right Mandarin or Spanish personal injury lawyer for your case.

Language

Legal cases involve intricate and strategic planning for your case. You should feel comfortable and candid with your attorneys behind closed doors. Unfortunately, language can be a major hurdle when working with an attorney. Language barriers, among other things, can cause higher costs, miscommunications, and unnecessary delays. Having someone who speaks your native language can greatly minimize issues in an already stressful scenario. In addition to minimizing miscommunications, removing language barriers is of the utmost importance during trial or other facets of your case.

Although translators are still necessary during trial, having a person who speaks your native language can greatly minimize these issues. This in turn will help facilitate the likelihood of a favorable outcome in your case. You should seek a Mandarin or Spanish personal injury lawyer fluent in your native language who can answer your questions and return your phone calls, emails, or messages.

Experience

It's always best to retain an attorney experienced in handling cases similar to yours. If you are injured in a car accident, an attorney experienced in handling car accident cases and dealing with auto insurers is your best option. You should ask about the attorney’s past casework and determine if their history fits your needs.

Unfortunately, not all attorneys are created equal. Experience can often turn the tide in your favor in a legal matter. The purpose of retaining an attorney is for their expertise in an area. That expertise is developed from experience and work in factors similar to yours. You wouldn't want to hire a heart surgeon to handle your brain surgery.

Success

Success often comes in many forms. In legal cases it is often gauged by winning at trial, however, when looking at a case, attorneys must ask more than "Is this case winnable?" Attorneys must also assess the likelihood of the actual monetary collectability. Success at trial does not mean success at collections. Just because you can win $100,000, doesn't mean you can collect $100,000. In personal injury cases, your attorney should assess not only the likelihood of winning the case but the collectability. A 100% chance of collecting $50,000 in settlement is still better than a low chance of collecting more at trial. A successful attorney should inform you of not only the upsides but also all the risks of either strategy. By doing this, they can greatly increase your chances of real success while handling your case.

Fees

Attorneys fees can be collected in multiple ways. Whether hourly, contingency, or flat rates, you should know that each of these carries different risks and rewards for both the client and the attorney. The most common attorney fees in personal injury cases are contingency fees. Simply stated, the attorneys only collect their fees if you win. This incentivizes attorneys to diligently prosecute your case for the most favorable outcome.

According to IBISWorld, the global market for personal injury attorneys was about $53 billion in 2022, so it shouldn't be hard to find the right fit in this growing field. If you're in need of a Mandarin or Spanish personal injury lawyer, look no further than Martinez Hsu, PC. Call us today to schedule a free consultation.