Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 5616 The timeline of a personal injury case can be complex and emotionally draining. At the Richard Harris Law Firm, we have a proven Case Resolution Process to ensure our team is communicating and preparing you for each stage and the best possible settlement. START COLLISION PROTECTION RETENTION COOPERATION INVESTIGATION EVALUATION PRESENTATION NEGOTIATION COMMUNICATION STABILIZATION DOCUMENTATION COLLISION Accidents and injuries caused by the negligence of another can happen on the road or anywhere. PROTECTION Accident victims can lose their rights without the protection of an experienced personal injury lawyer. RETENTION Personal injury lawyers handle cases for a contingency fee of a percentage on the amount recovered. COOPERATION The client and personal injury lawyer must work together on the case. INVESTIGATION The lawyer identifies the responsible parties, contacts witnesses and verifies insurance coverage. COMMUNICATION Frequent exchange of information is essential to the success of the case. STABILIZATION Injured accident victims remain under a doctor’s care until all injuries have resolved or a permanent condition stabilizes. DOCUMENTATION The lawyer gathers medical records, reports, bills, wage loss verification and other documentation of damages. EVALUATION Determining the value of a personal injury case requires evaluation of several factors. PRESENTATION All supporting documents are presented to the insurance company with a demand for settlement. NEGOTIATION The negotiation phase comprises monetary demands and offers between the lawyer and insurance company. DECISION The lawyer and client must decide whether the insurance company offer is fair, or whether to sue. DECISION CASE RESOLUTION PROCESS