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What to Look for in a Worker’s Compensation Lawyer

If you are involved in any kind of workplace injury and would like to make sure that you receive the workman’s comp that you deserve, it is usually a good idea to hire a worker’s compensation attorney in San Jose. However, it is not necessarily wise to hire the first lawyer you come across.

When you begin your search for a worker’s compensation lawyer, make sure you are narrowing your search to a lawyer who specializes in workplace injuries. Meet and interact with your potential attorneys to make sure the two of you get along; personality and comfort go a long way. Ask about any recent successes in the area of workplace injury that the worker’s compensation lawyer has had, and make sure that you can keep an open line of communication throughout the duration of the case.

About the Author

Gerald Scher, Attorney at Law

Gerald “Jerry” Scher is a San Jose personal injury attorney with over 30 years of experience. A graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law, he has secured settlements from $5,000 to $1.5 million in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Jerry is a member of the American Bar Association and Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association.