Personal Injury Questions

The initial consultation with Herman & Voss is completely free. There is no charge to discuss your situation and no obligation to retain us afterward. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means our fee comes from the recovery we obtain for you — not from your pocket before we begin.

It means you owe no attorney fees unless we achieve a favorable settlement or verdict in your case. Our fee is a percentage of the final recovery. If we do not recover compensation for you, you owe us nothing for our time or legal work. This arrangement ensures our interests are fully aligned with yours.

It depends on the complexity of the case, the extent of the injuries, and whether a fair settlement can be reached without litigation. Some cases resolve within a few months. Others — particularly those involving severe injuries, disputed liability, or uncooperative insurers — may take one to three years or longer. We will give you a realistic timeline estimate once we have reviewed your specific situation.

First, seek medical attention — even if you feel fine. Some injuries do not present symptoms immediately. If you are able, document the scene with photos, collect contact information from witnesses, and preserve any physical evidence. Do not give recorded statements to insurance adjusters before speaking with an attorney, and avoid posting about the incident on social media. Contact us as soon as you are able to do so.

No. Once you retain Herman & Voss, we handle all communications with insurance adjusters on your behalf. Insurance companies are experienced at minimizing payouts and are trained to use the statements you make against you. Having legal representation changes the dynamic significantly and typically results in better outcomes for injury victims.

That is exactly what the free case review is for. You do not need to know whether you have a valid legal claim before contacting us. We will ask you questions about what happened, review the circumstances, and give you an honest assessment — including whether we believe your situation warrants legal action and what we think the realistic options are.

Bring whatever you have available: any photos from the accident scene, medical records or bills related to your injuries, the accident or incident report, insurance information, contact details for any witnesses, and any written correspondence you have received from insurance companies or other parties. If you do not have all of this, do not worry — we can help you gather what is needed after the initial conversation.

Yes — in fact, the sooner you contact us, the better. Evidence can disappear, witness memories fade, and insurance companies begin building their defense quickly. Most states also have a statute of limitations that restricts how long you have to file a claim, so acting promptly protects your options. There is no minimum time requirement before you can speak with an attorney.