The One Question Every Injury Client Should Ask (But Most Don’t)
You see it everywhere on billboards, TV ads, and bus benches. Four words that seem to promise peace of mind after an accident: “No Win, No Fee.”
At first glance, it sounds perfect. You’re hurt, the bills are piling up, and the idea of paying a lawyer seems impossible. The promise that you don’t pay unless you win feels like a lifeline. It’s easy to see why it gets your attention.
But after more than 35 years helping injured people, I can tell you the real question isn’t, “Do I have to pay you if we lose?”
The question that really matters, the one that defines your relationship with your lawyer, is this: “After everyone else gets paid, what’s left for me?”
This is what keeps people up at night. They worry that after paying medical bills, case costs, and the lawyer’s fee, there won’t be enough left to actually help them get back on their feet.
And honestly, sometimes they’re right to worry.
The Hidden Math Behind “No Win, No Fee”
The legal world has its trends, just like any other business. Lately, more and more high-volume firms are spending huge amounts on advertising. To pay for all that, some charge a flat 40% attorney’s fee—even on simple car wreck cases that settle quickly and never go to court.
Don’t get me wrong, an attorney’s skill is important. But when a law firm uses a one-size-fits-all fee, it can mean the lawyer ends up with more of your recovery than you do.
Here’s where things get even more confusing: the difference between “fees” and “costs.”
Fees are what you pay your lawyer for their work; that’s the percentage you hear about. Costs are the out-of-pocket expenses needed to build your case: things like filing fees, expert witnesses, depositions, and medical records. These can add up fast, sometimes thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars.
In most contingency fee cases, these costs come out of your settlement on top of the attorney’s fee. You can see how quickly your share can shrink. You might win your case, but still feel like you lost.
That never felt right to me. Winning your case should feel like justice, not just a numbers game. That’s why my firm made a promise, a guarantee that puts you first.
Our Promise: The Client’s Fair Share Guarantee
At Parker Law Firm, we believe the person who was hurt should always come first. Your recovery is the priority. That’s it.
That’s why we created a simple, clear policy we call our Client’s Fair Share Guarantee. In every case, our attorney’s fee will never be more than what you take home after costs and medical bills are paid.
To be clear: after your medical bills and case costs are paid, you will always get more than we do in fees. If our fee would be higher than your share, we lower our fee so you end up with more. This guarantee applies to every settlement or verdict, no matter what.
This isn’t a marketing trick. It’s our promise to you. We’re not just your lawyers, we’re here to protect your financial recovery. We fight for the best result, and we fight to make sure you keep as much of it as possible.
How do we do it? It’s not just about the fee. We treat you like family, and that means protecting your future, pay all the case costs up front, so you never have to risk your own money. We also work hard to negotiate and lower your medical bills and liens. The less you have to pay out, the more you keep.
We look at the whole picture. We fight the big companies in court, but we also fight to make sure you aren’t left with little after everyone else gets paid.
The Feeling of True Security
When you’re hurt, you feel vulnerable. The legal system is confusing, and the financial stress is real. You need more than just a fighter; you need someone you can trust to protect you.
So when you’re looking for a lawyer, don’t stop at the slogans. Ask the hard questions, how they handle fees. Ask what happens if the costs get high.
Most importantly, ask them to guarantee that your recovery comes first.
At the end of the day, justice isn’t just about the number on a settlement check. It’s about what actually ends up in your bank account: the money you use to pay your bills, support your family, and start to heal. At Parker Law Firm, we guarantee you will always be the priority. That’s the peace of mind you deserve.
