FAQs

It’s not always necessary to hire an attorney, but if you have a serious injury, want help handling your case, want to ensure you are treated fairly, or want help getting the maximum compensation possible, we recommend you hire an attorney as soon as possible.

We recommend you hire an attorney as soon as possible after you are hurt. The insurance company will start its investigation the moment it learns of your injury, which may included a recorded statement. They will be looking for any piece of information to use against you. Also, talking to your doctors can be complicated, and we can help make sure you get the necessary message to your medical team to ensure they know how you were injured, your diagnosis, your treatment plan, and if your injuries are related to your accident. If you wait until later in the case to seek counsel, you may have already made mistakes that we cannot change.

Choosing a small firm can offer several advantages over opting for a larger firm. One of the most significant benefits is the personalized attention and tailored legal services that small firms typically provide. In a smaller setting, attorneys can afford to take a more individualized approach to each case, spending more time understanding the nuances of a client’s situation. This can lead to more thorough preparation and a stronger representation in negotiations or at trial.

Another advantage is the level of communication and accessibility a small firm can offer. Clients often find it easier to get in touch with their lawyers, receive updates about their case, and have their questions answered promptly. This open line of communication fosters a stronger attorney-client relationship, ensuring that clients feel supported and informed throughout the legal process.

In contrast, clients at larger firms may experience longer wait times for responses and less direct interaction with the attorney handling their case. Big firms want to minimize your contact with the attorney. They will sign you up without even talking to an attorney, and the first time you talk to your attorney may be when they are ready to settle your case. That’s not how we do it at Galbavy Law. You talk to David early and often, because that is how it should be.

For almost all of our cases, we get paid on a contingency fee basis. That means we don’t get paid unless you do, as we get a set percentage of your recovery. Rest assured that we are motivated to get you the best possible outcome possible, not just because that’s our duty to you, but that’s also how we get paid.

Almost all personal injury and workers’ compensation firms in North Carolina use contingency fee agreements. For workers’ compensation claims, our fee is 25% of the recovery. For personal injury claims, our fee is 33% of the recovery. For all claims, our fee goes up a few percentage points if we have to take your case to court. We will review our representation agreement with you when we sign you up and answers other questions you may have.