Personal Injury FAQs

Can I ask a specific question about my personal injury case?
Yes. Follow the link to our Free Case Evaluation page. Complete the appropriate form and we will have an answer to you within 2 business days. We will consider your circumstances and provide you with the best answer possible, free of charge.

Can I talk to a lawyer at Sigman, Janssen, Stack, Sewall & Pitz at no charge?
Yes. We are happy to provide you with a free consultation, either by telephone or in person. There will be no pressure to retain our services, and we will answer all of your questions to the best of our ability with strict confidentiality.

Do I have to hire a lawyer to make a claim?
No, but in many circumstances, it is a good idea. By hiring one of our lawyers, you will ensure that your complete claim is presented to the insurance company. Many people who represent themselves fail to include all aspects. Rarely will an insurance company point out the missing components. Our lawyers also know the value of your claim. Don't trust an insurance company to give you a fair evaluation. You should contact one of our lawyers.

If I call for a consultation with Sigman, Janssen, Stack, Sewall & Pitz, will I be able to talk to a lawyer?
Yes. Your call will initially be handled by a trained assistant to get the all of the relevant facts and circumstances. Once an initial assessment is made, your matter will be sent to an attorney with the particular experience you need. That attorney will then call you back to discuss your claim.

Does Sigman, Janssen, Stack, Sewall & Pitz have experience as injury lawyers?
Yes. Since 1925 our firm has been representing Wisconsin residents in a myriad of different areas. Over the last three decades Sigman Janssen attorneys have developed a dedicated personal injury practice. Our personal injury attorneys have over 90 years of combined experience. We have the experience to provide you with excellent legal representation.

Is it worth it for me to hire a lawyer at Sigman, Janssen, Stack, Sewall & Pitz to represent me and my injury claim?
Most of the time. Our lawyers will help you prepare the best case, and ensure that you get what you deserve for your claim. Many insurance companies will offer you less for your claim because they know you do not do this every day. In the rare event you have a claim where our involvement would not benefit you, we will tell you. Our goal is to maximize our client's net recovery. If we cannot put you in a better place with us than without us, then we will not get involved.

What is the attorney's fee for representing injury clients?
Typically, the attorney's fee is a contingent fee. Most of the time our attorneys fee is 1/3 of your total recovery. This means that our law firm will earn its fee only if there is a recovery. We ask for no payment during the course of our representation. Some firms charge a lower percentage if the claim is settled before a lawsuit is filed, then raise their fee after a lawsuit is filed. In most cases, little effort is put into settling a claim pre-suit, and more of their clients end up in a lawsuit. We do not use a teaser fee. Our goal is to settle your claim for the highest value with as little anxiety for you. We will not put you in a lawsuit simply to raise our attorneys fee.

What am I receiving for the contingent fee?
In hiring a Sigman, Janssen, Stack, Sewall & Pitz lawyer, you are receiving many things. You are gaining the expertise and experience in evaluating cases and presenting cases for settlement or in litigation. You are provided the service of our taking care of all aspects of your claim from investigating your claim, to presenting a detailed presentation of your claim, to litigating your claim, if necessary. You are acquiring the reputation of an 85-year law firm that is respected in the insurance industry as a leading Wisconsin personal injury firm. By retaining our firm, you are hiring a local firm, which will provide you with personal service. We are not a satellite of a larger firm, or a fake office-front made to look like we are a local concern. All of our personal injury lawyers were born and raised in Northeast Wisconsin.

A lot of people complain that their lawyers are not responsive. Do you have a solution?
Yes. In addition to your attorney, your claim is handled by a team of skilled legal staff. In every practice, attorneys can get busy with court appearances or other demands of litigation. At our firm, we ensure that the team assigned to your claim is competent to answer your questions, or at least find the answers quickly. Our attorneys are closely monitoring your case and are also available to discuss all legal matters.

In what areas of the state does your firm take cases?
We stand ready to represent clients throughout the entire state of Wisconsin.

If I can't get to your law firm, can a lawyer from your firm see me at my home or in the hospital?
Yes. After a telephone consultation, we will do our best to evaluate your claim and determine whether we are able to help you. We can then make arrangements to come see you, at no extra charge.

How can I tell a good lawyer from a bad one?
Choosing an attorney is much like choosing your doctor. You need to choose someone you like. You need to choose someone you trust. Your attorney is your advocate. Make sure you hire someone ready willing and able to fight for your rights.

To get good representation, do I have to hire a lawyer from Milwaukee or Madison?
No. Bigger certainly does not mean better, especially when you are talking about legal representation. Big city firms have a tendency to treat claims in assembly-line fashion. We give each claim individual treatment, doing what's best for you.

Do I have a good case?
Get a Free Case Evaluation. Simply follow the link. If you have a claim that isn't covered by our topics, you can email us any question from our Contact Us link. Or call a lawyer at Sigman, Janssen, Stack, Sewall & Pitz at (920) 731-5201 in the Fox Cities, or 1-800-333-5201, and we will talk to you as long as it takes to answer your questions, and give an honest appraisal of your case.

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