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The lawyer you choose will negotiate your settlement, value your future, and decide whether to take your case to trial. Before you sign anything, a short interview can reveal whether an attorney is the right fit. These ten questions cut through the marketing and get to what matters.
Experience and Track Record
Ask how many Nevada personal injury cases like yours the attorney has handled, and what the typical outcomes were. Ask whether they have tried cases before a Nevada jury or whether they settle everything — insurers track which firms are willing to go to trial, and that reputation affects settlement offers.
Who Actually Handles Your Case
At many firms, the lawyer you meet is not the one who works your file. Ask who will be your day-to-day contact, how often you will receive updates, and how quickly calls and emails are returned. Communication problems are the single most common client complaint.
Fees, Costs, and the Fine Print
Confirm the contingency percentage and whether it changes if the case goes to trial. Ask how case costs — filing fees, expert witnesses, medical records — are handled, and whether you owe them if the case is lost. A clear, written fee agreement protects you from surprises later.
Strategy and Honesty
Ask for an honest assessment of your claim's strengths and weaknesses. A good attorney will not promise a specific dollar figure but will explain how Nevada's comparative-negligence rule and the available insurance shape your realistic range. Beware anyone who guarantees a result.