Law Offices Of Stephen A. Justino, P.C.

One of the most significant services of a lawyer to the individual is representation in case of personal injury, wrongful death or property damage.  If you have suffered any of these, or have a family member who has suffered any of these, you may have a case against the owner of that vehicle, boat, business, nursing home, product manufacturer or other party responsible for the death or injury.  Lawyer Stephen A. Justino is experienced in this area of law, and we would ask you to consider the following issues:

1.  Much of the personal injury practice has become subject to advertising or "ambulance-chasing".  Some of those attorneys who advertise are very competent, but some are not.  You should confirm your choice of a personal injury attorney by other methods such as their reputation in the community, their trial experience and your own conversations with the attorney.  If we take the case, you do not pay any fees until you have a recovery.

2.  The most important decision is whether to file a lawsuit or settle the case (out of court).  The insurance companies are very skilled at paying the least amount possible, and many law firms are willing to take the first offer available.  You should discuss with us the specific issues we cover in deciding whether to settle or file suit.

3.  Your law firm should be oriented toward personal services.  For example, you are entitled to know about the status of the case at all times, and you should have a person in the law firm who is available to take your call and advise you concerning the current status.  If you have a significant personal injury, you should receive quickly, a recovery for your damage to the automobile and a medical payment under your own policy.  In some cases, we are successful in obtaining advances from the insurance company where the liability is a clear one.  We would discuss with you other areas in which you are entitled to the personal services and courtesies as a customer, client and patron of Stephen A. Justino, P.C.

4.  Law firms charge a standard percentage for the recovery, regardless of fault, damage of or any other issue.  You should discuss with us, the ways in which we can help you with reduced cost, reduced fees and a better recovery for you, based on the length of time from accident to payment.

5.  The personal injury practice is more than just an automobile accident.   In addition to covering accidents, our firm has been involved with lawsuits involving various types of accidents.