Stephen J. Cannella & Associates

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Should I see a physician after the accident?

A check-up may be a good idea for both you and your passengers. You could be injured and not know it right away. At least call your doctor or another health care provider for help in deciding what your needs may be.

2. How soon after an accident should I hire an attorney?

    If you have been seriously injured or are unsure as to the outcome of your injury, then an experienced personal injury attorney should always be consulted before you give any statements or sign any papers of any kind and as soon after your injury as possible.
   In a serious injury case, you are better off hiring an attorney as soon as possible. Most firms offer free consultation, with no obligation; therefore, you have nothing to lose by consulting an attorney.
   There is a statue of limitations that requires you to file suit within a specific period of time, depending upon the circumstances of your case, or else you will be prohibited from obtaining any compensation for your injuries. An attorney will be able to help you keep within the statute of limitations.
   In all personal injury cases it is essential that measures be taken promptly to preserve evidence, investigate the accident in question, and enable physicians or other expert witnesses to thoroughly evaluate all claims and injuries. If you or a loved one has suffered personal injuries call Cannella & Associates now at 1-800-843-4090 or CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A SIMPLE CASE FORM.
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3. Do I have to pay for my initial meeting with Cannella & Associates personal injury law firm?

No.
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4. How much will I have to pay Cannella & Associates personal injury law firm at the conclusion of my case?

Our fee is based on a percentage of the monetary recovery we make for you. If we recover nothing, you owe us no legal fees. We will explain our fees in detail at our first meeting. Our first meeting is free. back to top

5. What is the procedure for handling my case?

Cannella & Associates law firm has the resources to fight any insurance company or large corporation. We work on a contingency fee basis. A contingency fee means we only obtain a fee if we make a recovery. If we do not win the case or make recovery our clients owe us no legal fees.
With over 35 years of collective experience, the
Law Offices of Cannella & Associates and their highly experienced staff of trial attorneys, paralegals, law clerks and investigators have the expertise and ample resources to successfully research, investigate and litigate all of its clients' personal injury claims no matter what. We will always attempt to obtain the best possible results for clients. Who can help you... Cannella can! back to top

6. How long will it take to resolve my case?

The answer to this question also depends on the complexity of the case. In other words, the last thing we want to do is resolve the case while our client is still healing or does not have a good understanding on what their future medical condition will be. Every plaintiff's lawyer's fear is to allow the client to sign a release and then find out a short period of time thereafter that the client needs future surgery or have massive medical bills facing them. With that being said, typically the average auto case/premises liability case or any other type of general negligence case can be resolved within 2-4 months of your release from the doctor. Naturally, that time range is subject to fluctuation, depending upon the facts of each case.