How can I get a legal question answered for free?
How can I get a legal question answered for free?
ABA Free Legal Answers is a website on which you can submit your questions about civil (non-criminal) legal issues and receive answers from pro bono lawyers in your state. It’s EASY.
How much does my lawyer get from my settlement?
If your attorney does secure a settlement on your behalf, he or she will take an agreed-upon percentage of the final settlement amount as payment. Most contingency fee agreements are between 33% and 40% of the final settlement amount.
How much do lawyers take from settlement in Florida?
For example, in Florida, attorney’s cannot charge more than 33 1/3% of any settlement before a lawsuit. In most car accident cases, the attorney only takes a fee on the personal injury claim. In other words, attorneys rarely charge a fee on a settlement for damage to the car.
How much does an attorney charge to file a motion?
Fees can range from $150.00 an hour to anywhere around $1,000.00 an hour. Do not assume, however, that because a lawyer charges a lot of money per hour that means they are good.
How much do insurance companies payout for pain and suffering?
That said, from my personal experience, the typical payout for pain and suffering in most claims is under $15,000. This is because most claims involve small injuries.
How do you ask for pain and suffering without a lawyer?
In order to make a pain and suffering claim, you will need to send the insurance company a demand letter, which is a summary of your claim and damages. In your demand letter, you should discuss your pain and suffering damages, supported by relevant documents and evidence.
