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Should
I see a lawyer?
If you are asking this question, you should call our office today.
Your initial consultation is free. You will find out if you have
a case and we will determine how we can help. It is always worth
seeking information. There is no obligation and no risk involved.
How much will it cost for me to hire a lawyer?
There are generally two types of agreements my firm reaches
with clients; 1) contingency fee agreements and 2) hourly fee
agreements.
Contingency Fee Agreements:
If your case regards a personal injury or workers' compensation
claim, I will handle it on a contingency basis. My fee will
be a percentage of what I recover for you and is dependent
on me
achieving and/or collecting on a settlement or judgment. If
you have a contingency
fee agreement with my office you will not have to pay any
attorney fees unless you collect.
Hourly Fee Agreements:
In other areas of law, such as in the case of divorce, your
case will more than likely be billed hourly and the total
fee will
be dependent upon how much time I will need to invest in
the case.
These hourly cases usually require a "retainer". A retainer
is a sum of money which I will hold in an account that is separate
from my main business account. I apply my final fee to the amount
held in the retainer at the close of your case. The amount of the
retainer I will need depends on the number and complexity of issues
that we anticipate. For hourly cases, my office will not be taking
any action on your behalf until we agreed that I will be representing
you and have received your retainer.
What is a statute of limitation? Should I be concerned?
Yes, you should be, if you feel you may want to pursue a legal
action. A statute of limitation is the time limit that you have
to file a case. The amount of time varies depending on what
type of case you have. For example, if there is a two year
statute
of limitation, and you do not file before the end of the two
years,
your case may be barred. If your case is barred by the statute
it does not matter how strong it would have been had you filed
on time. Sometimes the statute of limitations starts from the
time you knew or reasonably should have known that you may
have a case.
To protect yourself, we recommend that you seek legal counsel
as soon as possible. Remember, it doesn't cost anything to
schedule a consultation with my office.
I need my job. Will my employer be angry if I hire a
lawyer? Will I be fired?
It is unlawful for any employer to discharge, lay-off,
or take any adverse employment action against an employee
for
taking
advantage of their right to receive Workers' Compensation
benefits. Your
employer will be liable to lawsuit for both your lost wages
and possibly punitive damages if they take an adverse employment
action due to your claim. When you are represented by an
attorney, your
rights are protected.
Why should I select the McCarron Law Firm, P.C.?
Joseph McCarron is a unique professional with a refreshing
enthusiasm for his chosen field. Clients appreciate Joe’s approachable
style and value his assistance. When you select McCarron Law Firm,
you benefit from:
* 10+ Years of Successful Practice Experience
* Local Practice/Downtown Bloomington Office
* Respected Among Local Legal Community
* McLean County Bar Association Member
* Effective & Efficient Communications
* Free initial Consultations
* Flexible Appointment Hours
* Unique Results Oriented Approach
What
are your office hours?
Our office is officially open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m.
-5:00 p.m.
However, we know that our clients work and have
busy lives
that extend
beyond
these hours.
We are happy to schedule weeknight and weekend
appointments whenever
necessary.
When you’re
ready for results…call McCarron Law Firm at (309)
820-1010 or toll free (866) 7-RIGHTS.
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