What You Don’t Want in a Personal Injury Lawyer

Published on Oct 12, 2017 at 10:20 am in General.

When you’ve suffered an injury and are seeking to file a lawsuit, you need a capable and understanding lawyer at your side. Their skills and support will guide you through the process and be a source for information if you have any questions along the way.

But not all lawyers have the same standards. When you need a personal injury lawyer, you should give yourself options and choose the one that exhibits the best qualities that a lawyer should have. If you’re meeting with a lawyer and they start to show characteristics of a bad personal injury lawyer, don’t work with them.

What Are the Signs of a Bad Personal Injury Lawyer?

Keep an eye out for these following signs when looking for a personal injury lawyer.

No Experience. Ask about their experience. If they have never worked a case like yours before, it might not be in your best interest to work with that lawyer. You want to find a lawyer who knows your type of lawsuit to give you your best chance.
Bad Track Record. Research your lawyer’s record and reviews from past clients. If they have a mediocre win/loss record or clients have left unfavorable reviews, it’s probably best to move on.
Negative Personal Attitude. When speaking with the lawyer, take note of how they treat you. Are they respectful and attentive or do they interrupt you and seem distracted? A good lawyer will understand that you want to make the best choice and will answer your questions thoroughly. If anything they say or do doesn’t sit right with you, don’t hire them as your lawyer.
Unorganized and Unprofessional. The lawyer’s office will show you some clues that indicate what working with them will be like. If their desk looks unorganized or their appearance doesn’t look professional, then you’ll probably want to move on to your next option. Your lawyer should have an organizational system to keep every case separate and easy to find.
Promises Positive Case Results. When a lawyer promises that you’ll have positive results, you should probably find a new lawyer. A good lawyer will do all they can to make a strong case for you, but they won’t promise a win.
No Communication. Consistent communication between you and your lawyer is imperative. If lawyers don’t answer your calls, emails and don’t seem to want to meet face-to-face, this will translate to how your case will go. You need a lawyer who will answer your questions and make sure you are on the same page.
Doesn’t Treat Clients Individually. While some cases might be in the same category, every case is different. Your case could have unique details or circumstances that your lawyer needs to take seriously.

Where Can I Find a Reputable Personal Injury Lawyer in Mississippi?

You deserve a personal injury lawyer who will approach your case with expertise and empathy. Corban Gunn has attentive and honest lawyers who understand what it means to help people. Call today at 228.284.6805 and speak to a Gulfport personal injury lawyer who will discuss your options.

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17:49 02 Mar 20

He did a great job in helping me get a fair settlement from an insurance after my accident.

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20:56 20 Feb 20

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22:43 28 Jan 20

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14:56 16 Jan 20

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01:19 20 Dec 19

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12:30 05 Oct 19

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16:52 28 Aug 19

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15:09 12 Jul 19

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15:06 12 Jul 19

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15:06 12 Jul 19

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Ben Chambers

20:45 19 Jun 19

Amazing guy did a fantastic job for me, he got me everything I asked for. I highly recommend him!!

Joseph Tomba

23:46 18 Apr 19

Corban represented my wife and I in a personal injury case. He briefed us at the very beginning as to what to expect and lived up to all of our expectationsHe proved to be expeditious and thorough throughout the whole process. We highly recommend him to anyone needing legal representation.

Kathy Kestler

23:02 21 Feb 19

I highly recommend Corban Gunn. I am from Chicago and I while I was vacationing in Biloxi, I had an injury to my foot. I needed an attorney to assist with getting the medical bills paid, and a friend of mine, suggested I contact Corban Gunn.I contacted Corban and he was immediately responsive and opened a case on my behalf regarding my claim. Corban and his paralegal, updated me frequently with the case status. I never needed to worry about my case falling through the cracks. They were in full control, very attentive and it was a smooth process. I attended a deposition with Corban, and he was very polite, not just to me but opposing counsel too. It was a very comfortable setting, Corban spent time with me the day before prepping me with questions that may be asked by opposing counsel. The deposition was stress free and nothing to be nervous about.Corban was able to reach a fair settlement on my behalf.

Angel Holliman

16:42 24 Jan 19

Mr. Corban Gunn really helped my husband and family! He was very informative, easy to work with, and on top of everything! He kept us informed every step of the way. We would highly recommend him to anyone.

Jan Bolstad

19:56 19 Jan 19

Corban is an outstanding lawyer with extensive experience and knowledge of personal injury. Our case was complicated, but he was committed to our case and worked through the fine details. He helped us move forward from the accident and gave us a positive outcome.

Dorothy Lahovitch

23:30 14 Dec 18

I was home bound after a car accident and Mr. Gunn made a house call to meet with me. When another attorney turned me down, Mr. Gunn gave me hope when he agreed to represent me. It was a long process but Mr. Gunn and Brandi kept me apprised of my case. Down to earth, fair, fought for me when I was being unfairly blamed. Highly recommend their services.

Yolonda Cannon

18:54 31 Jul 18

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Pamela Manners

14:40 14 Jul 18

Demonstrating true integrity and compassion for the circumstances, Mr. Gunn did an excellent job handling a complex and lengthy case for our family. He and his office staff are extremely professional, knowledgeable, diligent, and dedicated to obtaining optimum results, which he most certainly did for us. Definitely five plus stars! Thank you!

Bob Alan

21:46 22 May 18

Excellent negotiator...had to turn to my own uninsured motor vehicle coverage when I was injured by an uninsured, impaired driver...my own insurance company ignored me...Corban did a good job...I did not get a lot because of the $25K limit on my coverage, and I had to repay Medicare...but what I got was better than nothing.

Kathy Graham

13:58 19 May 18

Corban Gunn is a very professional attorney. I would recommend him for any of your legal needs.

Amanda Morgan

16:00 17 May 18

Very professional. Awesome job and quick turn around with our case.

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00:11 27 Feb 18

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19:42 14 Feb 18

Great attorney highly recommended! He and staff friendly, honest and very helpful. Highly courteous and professional. Thank you!

Phil Mccarty

20:00 30 Jan 18

Corban did an outstanding job representing me I would recommend him to all my friends and family..

Heather Trosclair

00:45 01 Dec 17

Mr. W. C. Gunn was the most helpful attorney and provided the best information to me in order to understand the knowledge about each step i should take. Unfortunately, does not represent the type of legal services i am needing, however, this very intelligent attorney went above and beyond to inform me of each step to take including a next day trial without any legal representing me yet and gave me step by step to inform judge. Then Mr Gunn, took more time out of his own day to locate and send me his personal reference in the correct attorney that would do me the best! To top it off, wow how genuine, he even followed up with me. Now that a true genuine and absolute amazing lawyer and friend who my case has nothing to benifit him. You honestly dont see that very much!!! Thank you, Mr Gunn!!

John Richards

16:27 30 Nov 17

I asked Mr. Gunn to represent me in an aviation case. Though the case meandered along for quite a while due to the other party's actions - or lack of actions, Mr. Gunn represented my interests well, updated me of progress along the way, and was professional during all aspects of the case. I would hire Mr. Gunn again if the need were to arise.

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01:54 10 Nov 17

Corban did a great job at handeling my case, very happy with the outcome.

Dan Robertson

21:33 23 Aug 17

Mr. Gunn did an awesome job representing us and maximizing our settlement. Strongly encourage others to seek him out when an attorney is needed.

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17:12 09 Aug 17

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