Common Questions, Honest Answers

Yes. Your first consultation is completely free and confidential. We listen to what happened, answer your questions, and tell you honestly whether you have a case — at no cost and no obligation.

It means you pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery, agreed upon up front. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee. You have nothing to lose by finding out your options.

It depends on the case. Some claims resolve in a few months once you finish medical treatment; others — especially cases that go to trial — can take a year or more. We move as quickly as we can without rushing past the full value of your claim, and we keep you updated at every step.

Anything you have is helpful: the police report or incident report, photos of the scene and your injuries, medical records and bills, your insurance information, and names of anyone involved. If you don't have everything yet, don't worry — we can gather it together.

Most personal injury cases settle without a trial. But insurance companies know which attorneys are prepared to go to court and which ones always settle. Because Leah prepares every case as if it will be tried, insurers take her demands seriously — which often leads to better settlements without ever filing suit. If trial is what it takes, she is ready.

The value of a case depends on your medical bills, lost wages, the severity and permanence of your injuries, and how the injury affects your daily life. After we review the facts and your medical treatment, we can give you a realistic assessment of what your claim is worth.

As soon as possible. Evidence disappears, memories fade, and deadlines (statutes of limitations) apply. The sooner we're involved, the sooner we can preserve evidence, handle the insurance company for you, and protect your rights. A free call costs nothing and can protect everything.

Be polite, but don't give a recorded statement and don't accept a quick settlement before you know the full extent of your injuries. Their goal is to close your claim for as little as possible. Let us handle the calls and the paperwork so nothing you say is used against you.