Personal Injury Attorney Fees Explained

Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency — 33% of the settlement if settled before trial, 40% if the case goes to trial. You pay nothing if you lose.

Case expenses (medical records, expert witnesses, depositions) are typically advanced by the attorney and deducted from your settlement. Always ask about expenses upfront.

For a $100,000 settlement, you might receive $60,000–$67,000 after attorney fees and expenses. Attorneys must provide a detailed accounting of all fees and expenses..