Choosing an Injury Lawyer, Changing Lawyers, and How Much Will It Cost? ?
Meruit” which is Latin for “what one has earned”. When a contract or agreement between parties is not completed, a determination as to the fair value of the time and effort expended will be made. Similar to a doctor who provides treatment for months and then parts ways with the patient before a medical problem has fully resolved, the lawyer in this example must be compensated for time and effort spent, even though the relationship stopped short of its conclusion.
The best way to avoid a situation like this is to do your due diligence when selecting an injury attorney. Virginia attorney Doug Landau of the firm Abrams Landau, Ltd. suggests asking the following questions:
- Is the attorney licensed in Virginia?
- Does he or she actually try cases on a regular basis? Or does he or she push to settle cheap because of a fear of going to court?
- Does he or she have a real office in Virginia? With real live staff (as opposed to “virtual”)?
- Is he or she an active, contributing member of professional associations like Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, DC Trial Lawyers Association, or American Association for Justice (formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America)?
“The best way to select a qualified injury lawyer for your case is to see your present (or future) lawyer in action, actually trying an injury or disability case in court,” says Doug. “Pick a professional not a pretender.”
If you or someone you know has been injured and there are questions as to what laws apply, email or call Abrams Landau, Ltd. at once (703-796-9555). We happily publish our trial calendar and invite clients and potential clients to come see Doug Landau in action!