What questions should I ask a personal injury lawyer before hiring?

Before hiring a personal injury lawyer, ask these key questions: Who will actually handle my case, you or someone else? How many cases are you currently managing? What is your trial experience, and are you willing to take my case to court if necessary? How do you communicate with clients, and how often will I receive updates? What are your fees, and how are costs handled? Can you explain your strategy for my specific case? Have you handled cases similar to mine? For severe injuries, add these questions: What experience do you have with catastrophic injury cases like mine? Have you worked with life care planners, vocational experts, and medical specialists? What results have you achieved in similar high-stakes cases? The answers will help you distinguish between attorneys who will truly advocate for you and those who treat clients like numbers.