Bring a short question list to a personal injury consultation so you can compare answers and leave knowing the next step. You should understand both the case issues and the proposed working relationship before deciding whether to hire the firm.

Ask about the claim itself

  • What legal claims and insurance routes may apply, and which facts remain missing?
  • What deadlines or notice requirements need attention first?
  • What evidence should I preserve now?
  • What issues could make the claim difficult?
  • What information is needed before estimating damages or discussing a settlement range?

Ask about the people and communication

  • Who will be responsible for my case and who will handle routine contacts?
  • How will I receive updates and send records?
  • Could another firm become involved, and how would that be explained?
  • Who will discuss major costs, important motions, and settlement proposals with me?

Ask about the written agreement

  • What work is included and what is outside the engagement?
  • How are attorney fees calculated?
  • Which expenses may be charged, advanced, or reimbursed, and what happens if there is no recovery?
  • How would the agreement handle a change or end in representation?

Leave with a concrete next step

Bring policies, reports, photographs, a treatment timeline, and written insurer decisions if available. Do not postpone urgent advice because your records are incomplete. Note who will obtain missing material and what you need to do next.

A useful consultation can identify uncertainty rather than promise a result. Compare relevant experience and clear answers through the firm-comparison guide. When ready, the engagement guide covers moving from consultation to representation.

Talk with Logeman & Iafrate

Request a free consultation or call (734) 994-0200 to discuss your situation with our Ann Arbor office. Bring the relevant records and any insurer correspondence. Advice about your claim depends on the facts, coverage, and applicable deadlines.

General information only; this article is not legal advice for an individual case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Must I have every record before a consultation?

No. Bring what is available and identify missing material; urgent deadlines may require early advice.

Should a lawyer guarantee the value at the first meeting?

No. Ask what is known, what remains uncertain, and how the evaluation will be developed.

‍This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney at Logeman & Iafrate, P.C. for advice regarding your individual situation.