If you are involved in a personal injury case, the other person involved

If you are involved in a personal injury case, the other person involved may have a special "diplomatic status" where you cannot sue them. You need to check with your insurance company to make sure you are covered in this case. If you are not, you might end up paying for the entire accident yourself.

It is important to find out all the other party's policy information if you plan to represent yourself. You might have claims to more than a single policy. They may not be willing to disclose this information, in which case an affidavit will be needed.

Keep in mind that hiring a lawyer does not mean you will receive your money quickly. The process can be lengthy, and patience is required. You may find you don't get your money for years! Remember this from the start and you may be able to avoid some of your feelings of frustration.

In any personal injury case where your medical bills are paid by workman's compensation, you should contact them directly and get a list of all bills they paid. You need to study these bills to ensure you are receiving everything you are entitled too. It will also show you how much you might owe when everything is paid and finished.