The deadline for filing a personal injury lawsuit in Georgia is generally two years, per O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33. There are some exceptions to this deadline. However, it applies to most accident claimants. This deadline is extremely important. If you miss this deadline, even by a day, you could lose the right to seek damages from …
You are under no obligation to have any attorney represent you in a civil lawsuit. You can fire your lawyer before your settlement or at any other time during the course of your personal injury case. That said, your attorney could still have a claim on the settlement amount if they were involved in the …
You can change lawyers in the middle of a personal injury case. If your current lawyer doesn’t meet your expectations, you can explore your options. They might fail to answer your phone calls or push you to accept unfair deals. You do not have to accept this treatment. Depending on how far along your case …
A demand letter is a letter that formally makes a demand of another party, often to initiate negotiations to resolve a dispute out of court. These letters often describe the injury or harm done to the injured party and the form of redress that is being requested. This letter differs from a cease and desist …
Unfortunately, there is no way to definitively estimate your chances of winning a personal injury lawsuit without knowing the specific circumstances of your case. However, you may gain further insights into your odds of winning your personal injury lawsuit if you discuss your specific accident with our firm. Specific Losses That May Factor Into Your …
Personal injury cases involving spinal stenosis do not come with pre-determined settlement amounts. There is no average settlement value for these types of cases, either. Settlements for spinal stenosis can provide compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other costs, depending on the injury’s severity. Changes to your career and relationships can result in more …
A first-party insurance claim in Atlanta is when you file a claim with your own insurer, should you have purchased coverage. On the other hand, you would file a third-party claim when you want to seek compensation from the party responsible for your injury. Examples of liable third parties could be: An independent contractor A …
It may be possible to receive compensation if you are partially responsible for your accident. Georgia has a special law in place to address this specific issue, known as a “contributory negligence” law. According to OCGA §51-12-33, accident victims are eligible for financial compensation as long as they are less than 50% liable for the …
Most law firms handle personal injury claims on a contingency-fee-basis. With a contingent fee, you do not pay anything out of pocket during the insurance claim or lawsuit. The attorney gets paid a percentage of the settlement or award at the end of the case. Some victims choose to hire a personal injury firm after …
The best ways to maximize your Atlanta personal injury settlement are to be prepared, educate yourself about your situation, cite all of your losses, and achieve maximum medical improvement before filing your claim (if possible). Preparation Will Make the Claim Process Easier for You Many people suffer injuries and file a claim right after the …
Compensatory damages are losses that you can be awarded through a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Usually, they are divided into two categories: economic and non-economic damages. Some examples include medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost income, and loss of future earning capacity. Examples of Compensatory Damages in a Personal Injury Case If you were …
It is possible to change personal injury lawyers and hire new representation. Even if you are in the middle of a case, you can fire your lawyer if they are not doing their job. However, consider your options before firing your lawyer. Depending on the issue that you’re having with your attorney, you may want …
It is difficult to estimate the average of personal injury settlement amounts because each case comes with unique factors. Ultimately, a person’s injuries will determine what kind of damages they can seek and how much they stand to win. When calculating damages, you should keep both economic and non-economic losses in mind. Additionally, you will …
In 2015, the Georgia legislature passed the “Motorcycle Mobility Safety Act” bill, but Georgia’s then Governor Nathan Deal vetoed the Bill. This Bill, which is commonly referred to in other states as the “Dead Red Law,” permits bicyclists and motorcycle riders to carefully ride through a red traffic signal. In pertinent parts, the exact language …
When an injury occurs, the most important first step is to get medical care. However, if the injury was due to another person’s negligence, it’s important to contact a lawyer. Unfortunately, many individuals are unsure when, or if, they need legal assistance and sometimes even settle their claims before ever seeking advice. For those who …
There are millions of excuses one can give to “justify” driving recklessly or dangerously. Unfortunately, those individuals don’t necessarily consider speeding, driving while texting or running a red light, to be either reckless or dangerous. These types of behavior have become “normal” for drivers to do because they either a) haven’t been caught (yet); or …
Open an app on your smartphone. Tap a button. Get a ride. A simple concept that was pioneered by Uber in 2009 has since created a worldwide phenomenon for anyone needing transportation. Fast-forward 10 years and the very same company has become the trailblazer for the bike and scooter industry. Jump is a dockless scooter …
Take a moment and look in your backyard. What do you see? Are you one of the 3 million Americans who own a trampoline? Do your children play at trampoline parks? Have your children attended a trampoline birthday party? Injured from Jumping on a Trampoline According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there are …
Every year it seems that Atlanta gets at least one white blanket of snow and many find themselves stuck at home because of icy road conditions. Even if we don’t see snow, winter rains can be just as threatening. Whether it be melting snow, or rain water on the ground, as the winter temperatures remain …
Georgia’s Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GGOHS) is dedicated to offering safety programs for drivers all over the state. Whether you are just receiving your driver’s license or have been driving for 40 years, the GGOHS is committed to keeping Georgia roadways safe. A program that may not get as much attention as others is …
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