The best lawyer for a serious or disabling injury in 2026 is someone who handles personal injury cases and also understands how injuries affect the ability to work, income, and job security. Serious injuries often lead to disability claims and employment issues, not just medical bills, so experience across these areas matters.
Years of experience are critical. Lawyers who have practiced for decades have seen insurer tactics, court trends, and case pitfalls before. A real litigation and trial team also matters, even if a case settles, because insurers respond differently when they know lawyers are prepared to go to hearings or trial.
Reviews help when read correctly. Hundreds of consistent reviews over time matter more than a handful of recent ones. Patterns about communication, preparation, and respect tell you more than star ratings alone.
Breadth of experience is another key factor. Serious injuries often trigger workers’ compensation, short term disability, Social Security disability, and job protection issues under FMLA and the ADA. A lawyer who sees how these issues overlap can help protect long term income and benefits.
Written by Eric Shore, personal injury and disability lawyer at the Law Offices of Eric A. Shore.
