Personal Injury Frequently Asked Questions

How much is my case worth?

Your case is worth either what you agree with the insurance company its worth or the amount of cash award granted by a judge or jury. We will examine all of the conditions surrounding your case including liability concerns and a full medical analysis in order to arrive at a figure which we believe the insurance company must pay for your injuries.

How long will it take to get a fair and reasonable settlement offer?

Cases can vary in length from weeks to months, even to years in some instances. Typically, you will get paid after you have healed from your injuries and have been released by the doctor. This is the best way you can be assured of receiving full value for your injuries. We want you to get compensation for your injuries so we wait until treatment is completed before telling the insurance company how much your case is worth. We wait for your treatment to be completed. We gather the information that increases the value of your case. We constantly do everything we can do to move your case forward.

Will I have to go to Court?

If the insurance company agrees to pay what we agree your case is worth, and you wish to settle for that amount, then your case will not go to court. This is what happens in over 90% of our cases. Some cases do require a formal trial proceeding. However, in either situation, hiring a law firm with experience in handling personal injury cases is critical. We prepare all of our cases as if they were going to court, yet your case probably will not reach a jury.

How much will Reiff & Bily charge?

There is no fee unless we recover money for you.

Our fee is a percentage of your recovery. If a recovery is not made, you pay nothing for attorney fees.

Who Will Pay for the Costs of the Lawsuit?

Reiff & Bily will normally advance the costs of prosecuting the case, including investigation, expert witness fees, depositions, court fees, travel, photography, exhibit preparation, accident reconstruction and other costs associated with the case. If we recover money for you, the costs associated with the case are deducted from the recovery.

Can’t any lawyer handle any type of case?

It’s true that you can hire any lawyer licensed to practice, but not all lawyers have the same training, expertise and trial experience that we have at Reiff & Bily. Our "AV" rating is reflective of our excellent credentials, abilities and standards. We always represent our client’s best interest and will provide exemplary advocacy of your claim.

Who will pay for the doctor bills and fix my car if the other person has no insurance?

Even if the driver does not have any insurance, you may be covered. Please call our office. We will look at your policy and tell you if you have uninsured motorist coverage or an alternate type of insurance may compensate you.

What Should I Do at the Accident Scene?

Identify any people who saw the accident so that you will have witnesses to support your case. Make sure to write down their names, addresses, and phone numbers. Beware of any insurance company representatives at the scene of the collision. Some insurance companies send adjusters to collision scenes in order to catch people off guard with incriminating questions and have them sign away their rights.

Immediately after the collision, see a medical doctor. If you are injured, schedule an appointment with your own doctor as soon as possible. Do not let the insurance company choose a doctor for you. You have a right to choose your physician.

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