Richard Wern Lawyers
Media Kit: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the firm's main practice area?
Richard Wern Lawyers is a personal injury law firm with a long history of helping individuals who have been injured through the negligence of another or who have experienced a workplace injury.
What types of cases does the firm handle?
The firm assists clients with highly complex medical malpractice, including hospital and other medical mistakes, workers' compensation, auto accident, and other serious personal injury cases.
How long has Richard Wern been practicing law?
Richard Wern has been practicing plaintiff law since 1979. He is complemented by a team of attorneys with extensive experience working both sides of the issues.
How large is the firm?
In addition to Richard Wern, there are five lawyers at the firm with significant experience in both insurance and corporate defense work. Additionally, the firm employs nine staff members.
Where is the firm located and what areas does it serve?
With offices located in North Charleston and St. George, S.C., Richard Wern Lawyers serves clients throughout lower South Carolina and across the state.
Why should an individual seek counsel?
Obtaining legal help from a team of experienced lawyers familiar with the process can help clients obtain proper medical care and financial compensation during what can be a trying time. The lawyers at the firm are prepared to handle a wide range of concerns and are adept at gathering evidence and negotiating with insurance companies to work diligently for a client's rights at trial. They recognize that each case is different and as a result work closely with the client to determine the best course of action.
How long does the process take?
The time frame varies in accordance with each individual client and largely depends on the nature and extent of injuries suffered and whether the case goes to trial.
Do all cases go to trial?
No. While some cases can be settled outside of court and other cases go to mediation, the team at Richard Wern Lawyers stands prepared to take a case to trial, even when the outcome is uncertain.
How does the firm bill for services?
Richard Wern Lawyers offers initial consultations at no charge, and unlike a number of firms, works on a contingency basis. Therefore, they get paid only if they are successful in winning a client's case or reaching a settlement agreement. When that occurs, a percentage of the settlement goes to the firm as a fee. This percentage is computed before deducting expenses.
Where can someone obtain more information on the services provided by this firm?
For more information, please call 843-553-007 or 800-542-1444, or visit www.wernlawyers.com.
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