Understanding Legal Fees for Personal Injury & Workers’ Comp

If you’ve been hurt in an accident or injured at work, you’re probably dealing with a lot—doctor visits, medical bills, missed work, and pain. Worrying about how to afford a lawyer shouldn’t be one more thing on your plate.

At Jack Bailey Law Corporation, we understand how stressful these situations can be, especially when expenses begin to pile up. That’s why it’s important to understand how legal fees work when it comes to personal injury lawyers and workers compensation in Shreveport.

Most personal injury lawyers and workers’ compensation attorneys, including those at our firm, operate on a contingency fee basis. This means you don’t pay anything upfront. Instead, your attorney’s fees are taken as a percentage of the compensation you recover—whether through a settlement or a court award. If you don’t win, you don’t owe legal fees.

This arrangement helps level the playing field, giving injured individuals access to experienced legal help without the stress of out-of-pocket legal costs. It also means your attorney is motivated to fight for the maximum compensation possible—because their fee is directly tied to your success.

Injury cases—like car accidents, slip-and-falls, or dog bites—can be simple or complicated, depending on the situation. The exact fee is based on the complexity of your case and the stage at which it is resolved. Cases that are settled early often involve a lower fee, while cases requiring trial or appeals may involve a slightly higher rate due to the added time and resources required.

At Jack Bailey Law Corporation, we provide a written fee agreement before we begin working on your case. We walk you through every detail to ensure you understand how fees and case costs will be handled, so there are no surprises along the way. Our goal is to give you peace of mind and full transparency from day one.

Workers’ compensation cases in Louisiana have specific rules when it comes to legal fees. These fees are based on the benefits recovered for the injured worker and must be approved by a workers’ compensation judge before they are finalized. This approval process ensures that fees remain fair and in line with legal standards. 

Here’s how it works:

• If we help you secure back pay, medical benefits, or a lump sum settlement, our fee will come out of that amount—but never exceed the state-mandated limit. 
• Fees must be approved by a workers’ compensation judge, which provides an additional layer of protection for injured workers.

Our team has extensive experience with workers compensation in Shreveport. We understand how the process works and are here to guide you from start to finish.

It’s also important to understand the distinction between legal fees and case costs:

• Legal fees refer to what you pay your attorney for their time and expertise (often a percentage of your award). 
• Case costs include things like filing fees, medical record retrieval, expert witness fees, or deposition transcripts.

At Jack Bailey Law Corporation, we usually cover these costs for you upfront. Later, they’re reimbursed from your settlement or award. We explain all of this in your first meeting with us, so you always know what to expect.

Legal talk can get confusing, especially when you’re dealing with a serious injury. We keep things simple and clear. During your free consultation, we’ll explain:

• What types of compensation may be available
• What percentage fee applies to your case
• How and when costs will be recovered
• What to expect during the legal process

We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality legal representation—regardless of their financial situation.

Whether you’re searching for trusted personal injury lawyers or need help navigating workers compensation in Shreveport, Jack Bailey Law Corporation is here for you. We’ve helped thousands of clients get the money they needed to recover—and we’re ready to help you too.

Call us today for a free, no-obligation consultation. Let us fight for your rights while you focus on healing.