Making Legal Talk Simple: “What Exactly is a Contingency Fee?”
At Galfand Berger LLP, we believe injured workers, consumers, and individuals deserve strong legal representation without worrying about upfront legal costs. That is why we handle personal injury, Workers’ Compensation, and Social Security Disability cases on a contingency fee basis.
But what exactly is a contingency fee? In the simplest terms, you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. To learn more about these fees and how they help our clients, please read on.
How Does a Contingency Fee Work?
A contingency fee means our attorney fees depend on, or in other words, are ”contingent” on the outcome of your case. Galfand Berger LLP is paid only if we successfully recover compensation for you.
In simple terms:
- You do not pay attorney fees upfront.
- We advance the time, resources, and costs needed to pursue your case.
- Our fee is paid as a percentage of the recovery, as permitted by law.
- If no recovery is made, you owe no attorney fees whatsoever.
This approach allows you to focus on your recovery and your family without the stress of legal bills, while we focus on protecting your rights and pursuing the best possible outcome.
In Workers’ Compensation cases, attorney fees are governed by Pennsylvania law and subject to approval by a Workers’ Compensation judge.
How Does Our Contingency Free Structure Benefit You?
After a serious injury, the last thing you should worry about is how to pay a lawyer. A contingency fee is designed to remove that stress and give you peace of mind. You benefit from:
- No Financial Risk: Pursue your claim without paying attorney fees out of pocket throughout your entire case.
- Experienced Representation: Access skilled legal guidance without financial barriers.
- Case Confidence: We only take cases we believe have a strong path to success.
- Aligned Interests: Our success depends on your success, and our attorneys are motivated to get the highest recovery possible.
- Results-Focused Advocacy: Our priority is results, not billable hours.
Why Choose One of Our Attorneys?
Choosing one of our attorneys means working with a professional who is fully invested in your outcome. At Galfand Berger, LLP, we focus on explaining complex legal issues in clear, straightforward terms so you always understand your case.
For decades, we have advocated for injured clients across Pennsylvania, recovering hundreds of millions of dollars for injured workers, consumers, and families.
Contact Galfand Berger LLP Today to Get Started
If you have been injured, contact our experienced lawyers at Galfand Berger LLP for a free consultation. Call 800-222-USWA (8792) or complete our online form. We have offices in Philadelphia, Bethlehem, Lancaster, and Reading, Pennsylvania, and proudly serve clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.