A transcript, lightly edited for readability, of a Real Life Law segment from Gardiner Koch Weisberg & Wrona, originally broadcast on 96.1 WLKG in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
Transcript
If you’ve been in an accident, when should you go to an attorney? My recommendation is to go quickly, so your case can be evaluated while it’s fresh. That’s especially true for a major accident with injuries.
I’ve had cases in Illinois, in Wisconsin and in other states where the client calls me about an accident and I go to the scene right away. I’ve flown to other states the same day. It’s essential to look at the scene close to the time of the accident and to talk with people while things are fresh in their minds. If you wait a year and talk to a witness, they won’t give you the same account they would have given at the time.
I’ve used investigators, accident reconstructionists and technical experts to evaluate accidents and determine the cause. It’s essential for the lawyer to get on these cases early, for your benefit as an injured person, or as a family member in the event of a death.
There’s no time like the present for evaluating an accident and letting your attorney do the job the best way possible. If you’ve had a serious accident and your attorney doesn’t want to start working on it right away, you should question whether you’re in the right place.
This segment is general information, not legal advice for your situation. Laws change, and every case depends on its facts. To talk with an attorney, call (312) 362-0000 in Illinois or (262) 812-0864 in Wisconsin, or send us a message.
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