If you need help from an attorney, understanding what to expect can make the process more comfortable and more productive. Here are some of the things our clients often ask about working with Morring Law, PLLC.

Is there any charge for a consultation?

No. Consultations for workers’ compensation, longshore and harbor workers’ compensation, Defense Base Act claims, and Social Security Disability are all at no charge, and there is no obligation to work with the firm.

Are consultations in-person or virtual?

It depends on what works best for you! We are happy to offer in-person consultations in our office, but we know that’s not always convenient, so we also offer consultations by Zoom or phone depending on your preference.

How do I get started working with Morring Law?

Just reach out! You can call us at our toll free number 1-855-MOR-COMP (1-855-667-2667) or contact us through the online form or local phone numbers listed on our contact page.

What happens after I contact the firm?

We’ll get back to you quickly if you reach out online or if we miss your call; we know you don’t want to have to wait for answers! We’ll take some information from you or the form you submitted and put it in our system, and we’ll schedule a call or appointment with you right away. We don’t let your contact fall through the cracks; we’ll keep following up by phone or text until we reconnect with you.

Your appointment will be with an attorney so that you can get the legal information you need about your situation. If you decide to work with us at that point, you’ll sign an agreement that officially creates the attorney-client relationship with our practice, and we’ll open a file for your case. A paralegal will walk you through what to expect from working with our firm, answering any questions you may have.

How much does it cost to work with Morring Law?

We operate on a contingency fee basis, which means that you don’t pay an attorney fee unless and until we recover money for you. We advance case expenses so that you don’t have to pay anything out of pocket. If we are successful in getting a recovery for you, we are repaid out of those funds. Charlene Morring puts it simply: “I don’t get paid unless you get paid.”

What are case expenses?

Case expenses can include things like the cost of retrieving your medical records, independent medical examinations (IMEs), expert witness fees, postage, copying, and record production, court reporter costs, and investigation costs. If we do not succeed in recovering money for you, you are not responsible for the expenses of bringing your case.

How long will my case take?

It depends on your unique situation, but in general, state workers’ comp cases can resolve in months, perhaps a year, if they are uncontested. Contested claims, or claims requiring surgery or long-term disability determinations, naturally take longer, often one to two years or more.

LHWCA claims usually take longer than state claims, sometimes two years or more. The more dispute there is over the degree of your disability, the longer it’s likely to take. DBA claims can take even longer, because an injury that happened overseas makes the process more complex.

These are just ballpark estimates; your attorney can give you a better estimate after speaking with you.

What if I have more questions after I start working with Morring Law?

We know how frustrating it is to be hurt and to have questions about your case, only for your law firm not to answer your calls or take weeks to return them. At Morring Law, we make it easy for you to get in touch with us. We have a secure client portal that allows you to get information about your case online. If you need to talk to someone, we have special “client access” hours, a dedicated window of time in which our priority is answering your calls. At other times, you can leave a message and if we can’t speak to you immediately, we will get back to you promptly.

If you have questions that weren’t answered here, please contact Morring Law to learn more about what to expect from working with our firm.