CRPS/RSDS is generally misunderstood in the medical community and is even more misunderstood in the legal arena. The potential problems start early in the case when the client is being treated medically. RSD/CRPS is often misunderstood by medical doctors and misdiagnosed as a psychiatric or mental disorder. When it is properly diagnosed, too often, some of the medical doctors in the treatment chain fail to give the diagnosis appropriate deference or give consistent treatment. Other times, the diagnosis intimidates doctors who don’t want to treat patients with the diagnosis at all. Therefore, in prosecuting a legal case involving a client with CRPS/RSDS, it is critical that the lawyer have the victim properly evaluated and diagnosed by CRPS/RSDS specialists and experts. Considering very few lawyers have handled these cases or had experience in dealing with the medical issues involved, <>it is critical to find an attorney who satisfies the following criteria:

-Extensive experience handling personal injury cases;
-Has a proven track record of trial experience and trial victories (not just settlements but trial experience and victories)
-Is available to you for consultation and compassion;
-Has experience in handling CRPS/RSDS cases specifically
-Will work on a contingency fee basis

Extensive experience handling personal injury cases

You want a lawyer with extensive experience handling personal injury cases because he/she is better equipped to handle the complexity of the medical records, treatment regime, and appropriate use of experts to maximize the recovery in your case. Personal injury attorneys are experienced in proving and recovering the damages that are legally recognized in your jurisdiction which would typically include the following: past and future lost wages, lost earning capacity, past and future medical bills, life care planning expense, damages for emotional and psychological harm as well as pain and suffering. Attorneys who specialize in this area are also better equipped with specialized staff and resources to handle these types of cases.

Has a proven track record of trial experience and trial victories (not just settlements but trial experience and victories)

It is important that the attorney you choose has experience in trying cases to a successful conclusion. Considering legal cases are often negotiated, the best leverage with the defendant and its lawyers to get the maximum recovery allowed under the law is by using an attorney that has a successful trial record.

Ultimately, only one of three outcomes occurs with every lawsuit filed. First, the case can be dismissed by the Court, if the Court deems the liability claims to have no legal merit. Second, the case can be settled or resolved with the defendant. Third, the case can be won or lost at trial. Based on a number of different factors, the majority of cases settle. Despite this is true, the amount of money that is paid to settle a given case can vary widely based upon the type of case, severity of the injuries involved, the jurisdiction of the case, the degree to which the case has been worked up by the injured person’s lawyer, and the lawyer’s reputation for trying cases. The more fearful the defendant is of going to trial and getting hit with a large verdict, the more that defendant will pay to settle the claim. It is just that simple. Likewise, if the lawyer for the CRPS/RSDS afflicted person does not typically try cases and does not have an impressive trial history, the defendant is not likely to feel very threatened and will pay much less. Consequently, when choosing a lawyer to handle your case, research them and their experience in trying jury trials.

Is available to you for consultation and compassion

CONCLUSION