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Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ page). Below, we have tried to answer the most common questions visitors to this our Web site may have. If you find that your question is not answered on this page, please email us:
Bruce@GoertzLambrecht.com
or AJ@GoertzLambrecht.com
or call us during
our business hours at (425) 778-8997.
Frequently asked questions:
Q: How much will this cost?
A: Injury cases are typically handled on a
contingent fee basis, which means that if the case
settles or we win at arbitration or trial, the
attorney will receive a percentage of the settlement
or award. If the case is lost, the attorney receives
nothing. Probate cases are usually handled on an
hourly basis. We can provide you with an estimate of
the cost after reviewing the situation and
complexity of your case. Estate Planning can be
taken on a flat-fee basis depending on the
circumstances, which we can determine by talking
with you about potential tax consequences and other
factors.
Q: How long will it take?
A: For injury cases, the duration depends
largely on how well the recovery process goes and
the insurance company holding the purse strings. If
litigation is necessary, the case may go to
arbitration or be filed in District, Superior, or
Federal Court, each of which has its own timelines
and requirements. Most cases range from four to
eighteen months, but larger, more complex cases with
serious injuries can take longer. Probate timeframes
vary based on the complexity of the estate, the
assets involved and whether they are being sold or
transferred to heirs, the number of heirs, and if
there are any argumentative heirs or if everyone
gets along. A typical, solvent, uncontested estate
takes approximately six months. The more complicated
and contentious, the longer it will take to
complete.
Q: In which counties/states do you practice?
A: Bruce is licensed in both Washington and
Arizona. We have taken cases in every corner of
Washington and can discuss your out-of-state case to
review filing requirements in Washington or
elsewhere. We have also handled many out-of-state
cases by associating with other counsel. In probate
case, Washington law allows them to be filed in any
county in the state, regardless of where the
decedent lived or died.
Q: How much is my injury case worth?
A: After you have had time to recover or
obtain a medical prognosis for your injuries, we can
estimate a value for your case at settlement,
arbitration, or trial.
Q: How do we get started?
A: Give a call or send us an e-mail! We’ll
send you an information sheet to fill out, and make
an appointment to meet with you and go over your
case or claim and any questions you may have. We can
come to you if necessary. There is no charge for
this initial consultation.
Q: Where do I park?
A: We are located at 536 Bell Street in
downtown Edmonds. We have abundant, free, three-hour
parking right in front of our office.
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