What to Expect During Your First Meeting With a Personal Injury Attorney
If you’ve been injured in a car crash, slip and fall, or other accident in Arizona, you may be wondering: What happens when I meet with a personal injury lawyer? At Budge Law Firm, PLLC, our goal is to make your first consultation informative, stress-free, and valuable.
Whether you’re just exploring your options or ready to move forward with a claim, we’re here to help.
🕐 The Initial Consultation Is Free
We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to all potential clients. This meeting is your opportunity to:
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Tell your story
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Get legal advice about your case
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Ask questions about the process
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Understand your rights and options
💡 You don’t need to bring anything fancy—just the facts. We’ll guide you through it.
📝 What You Should Bring
To make the most of your first meeting, we recommend bringing:
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A copy of the accident report (if available)
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Any medical records or bills
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Photos of your injuries or accident scene
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Insurance information (yours and the other party’s)
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Any communication from insurance companies
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A list of questions or concerns you may have
Don’t worry if you don’t have everything—just bring what you can. We’ll help you gather the rest if we take your case.
👨⚖️ What We’ll Do at the Meeting
During your consultation, your attorney will:
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Listen carefully to how your accident happened
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Ask questions to clarify the details
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Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your potential claim
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Explain your legal rights under Arizona law
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Walk you through the next steps if you choose to move forward
You’ll also learn how attorney fees work—we take personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay unless we win.
🤝 What Happens After the Meeting?
If we accept your case and you decide to move forward:
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You’ll sign a representation agreement
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We’ll begin investigating your claim immediately
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Our team will handle communication with insurance companies
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You’ll focus on recovery, while we pursue your compensation
If we determine that we can’t take your case, we’ll explain why and may offer guidance on your next steps.
📍 Serving Injury Victims Across Arizona
We’ve helped thousands of clients across Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, Flagstaff, and beyond. Whether you were injured in a car accident, a fall, or another act of negligence, we’re ready to listen and help.
📞 Schedule Your Free Arizona Injury Consultation Today
Don’t wait to get answers. Time limits apply to personal injury claims in Arizona, so the sooner you speak with an attorney, the better.
Call (480) 246-8050 and schedule your free consultation today.