FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

HOW CAN I BE SURE WHETHER MY CASE WILL BE A WINNER?
No-one can be absolutely certain what will be the outcome of a case. The best way to form an educated opinion about the prospects of your case is to talk to trustworthy lawyers who have had experience with similar cases.

HOW SHOULD I CHOOSE AN ATTORNEY?
If you are going to retain a lawyer, you will want to choose one whom you feel you can work with, whom you can trust, and who has relevant experience. You will want an attorney who is committed to doing whatever s/he can to help you achieve your goals. Consider referrals by people you know. Consider the lawyer’s credentials. You should talk to a number of attorneys before making your choice.

HOW CAN I BE SURE MY LAWYER WILL DO THE BEST JOB FOR ME?
Give your attorney all facts of possible relevance, regardless of whether you think they will help or hurt your case. A lawyer cannot optimize the strengths of your case unless s/he knows its weaknesses as well. Ask questions. Tell your lawyer what you want to accomplish. Consider his/her advice on strategy. You decide, for example, whether to accept a settlement offer - but let the lawyer make the tactical decisions.

TO WHAT EXTENT WILL MY CASE BECOME PUBLIC INFORMATION?
It depends. The great majority of cases settle without going to trial and therefore require relatively little, if any, public disclosure. Certain disclosures are required if a lawsuit is filed. In some situations it may be appropriate for your legal representative to make public announcements about the case - especially if there are issues related to public health and safety or governmental misconduct. This is something you should discuss with your prospective legal counselor.