Meet with a number of lawyers before hiring one.

Meet with a number of lawyers before hiring one. Lots of lawyers will give you a free consultation so that they can let you know whether or not they can accept your case. At the consultation, you can inquire about costs, and that will help you stay away from an overcharging lawyer that wants a lot of fees from you.

Determine how imperative your situation is and whether or not you need a lawyer at the moment. Sometimes, you can solve your own problem or the situation is not immediate enough to warrant a lawyer. This can save you a lot of money, as personal injury lawyers will set you back a lot.

Look for a lawyer willing to work on a contingency basis. This means that your lawyer will not get paid unless you receive a settlement. Not only will this mean your lawyer has a vested interest in getting you a good settlement, it also means you won't be left with a large legal fee should your case be dismissed.