The Fees You Might Be Expected to Pay Associated with a Personal Injury Case

The California Camp Fire is not the first time that PG&E has been found possibly liable for a wildfire in the past and, because of this, they could be facing the high costs associated with many devastating effects of the wildfire. For instance, California worked arduously last year to help the utility company deal with mounting fire costs from the 2017 wildfires so that they wouldn’t have to claim bankruptcy and could continue to manage their company and provide services. They also wanted to avoid harming ratepayers while maintaining safe services. However, once again a horrific wildfire broke out in November 2018 and now many people are, once again, facing the concern of how they will afford the mounting bills associated with the fire.

If you have specifically been injured due to the Camp Fire, you are probably managing a wide variety of bills all on your own, which means that you might be at a loss of where you can turn. While the medical bills continue to pile up against you, you might wonder how you can receive the compensation you deserve in a timely manner. Unfortunately, at this time, the investigation into the matter continues while liability is determined.

The Expenses of Personal Injury Case Litigation 

Litigation can be expensive, which can turn many people away from the process. However, when you are facing mounting costs due to the negligence of another party, it is a reality that you might have to prepare yourself for. It is a good idea to consider the costs of what you might be facing as you work with an attorney through this difficult time and try to move forward with your case against PG&E.

Lawyer’s Fees: Typically, as a plaintiff, you will not have to pay anything upfront if your attorney works on a contingency. This means that, if your attorney wins your case, a percentage of the money goes to them. If they don’t win, then you might be off the hook for any amount of money. Usually, the contingency fees tend to be quite high so that your attorney can afford handling your case, especially if there are many elements involved. 

Expert Witness Fees: Expert witness fees are also another expense to consider, as an expert does not always come cheap. If somebody has to speak on behalf of the wildfire, you might find that it is another looming cost that will need to be covered.

Filing Fees: There are also court filing fees associated with any type of case, which means that you could find yourself needing to be able to pay for several hundred dollars upfront just so that your case can be heard. 

Keep in mind that, aside from the actual costs of court that you might find along the way if you decide to file a claim with PG&E, you will find that any type of personal injury case also takes away time. This means that you will have to dedicate many hours to building the best case against PG&E, speaking with your attorney, and more. At the Brady Law Group,  our experienced wildfire accident attorneys are here for you if you have suffered injuries at the hands of a negligent party. From those who have experienced burn injuries or smoke inhalation, to those who have lost a loved one or suffered from psychological trauma, we want you to know that you are never alone. Contact us to find out what we can do for you during this difficult time at (866) 478-6483.