FAQs
There are a lot of questions around lawyers and the process, we know it can be confusing. So here are some common questions we get asked.
There are a lot of questions around lawyers and the process, we know it can be confusing. So here are some common questions we get asked.
Nothing. It will also cost you nothing to have a consultation of your case. We handle all of our cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that you do not pay us out of pocket, and we only get paid if you are compensated.
If you have been involved in an accident, which occurred on a public road or public property, and an officer reported to the scene and completed an investigation, you can retrieve your accident report by either presenting to the investigating agency and requesting a copy of the accident report (for a fee of $2 - $5) or by visiting buycrash.com and buying a copy of your report online for $11.00. If you are unable to purchase your report online, as part of our free consultation, we will procure your accident report and review it prior to our consultation.
When you are injured by someone else’s negligence or actions, insurance is usually the source for your compensation. Insurance companies have been insuring American citizens for hundreds of years and are represented by highly skilled attorneys who have been trained to ensure that the insurance companies pay as little as possible when tendering compensation to someone who is injured. In order to maximize your compensation and get what you deserve, it is necessary to hire an attorney who understands the insurance industry and the laws and regulations regarding personal-injury cases. Proceeding with a claim without an attorney against an insurance company equipped with centuries of experience and skilled representation would severely inhibit your ability to be fully compensated.
We are located in Statesboro, Georgia. Here is our firm's address: 100 Brampton Ave #2FA, Statesboro, GA 30458.
Negligence is a formal term for saying that someone unintentionally failed to exercise reasonable care for the safety of others and that failure caused someone damages or injuries. Most cases involving personal injuries fall under negligence. However, in some circumstances a person’s unintentional failure to exercise reasonable care may rise to the level of recklessness, which may entitle you to additional compensation. Every injury case is different and every detail, no matter how minor, may significantly change your entitlement to compensation.
Generally, yes. If your medical bills are paid, the at fault driver, usually through their insurance coverage, is still liable for your injuries and the medical bills associated with treating your injuries. However, in some circumstances you may have to reimburse your health insurance carrier if you receive compensation from an at-fault party, it is beneficial to be represented by a competent attorney who, in some circumstances, can negotiate significant reductions to your health insurance reimbursement.
Med pay, or medical payment provisions, in your insurance policy is a provision of insurance that will pay for medical bills regardless of who is at fault for the accident. Instates that require “no-fault” insurance (Georgia is not one of them, it uses a tort system), med pay is required in each policy. However, in states like Georgia, med pay is usually only added to a policy if you request it, and it is usually fairly cheap for good coverage.
Uninsured or under insured motorist coverage is additional insurance from your policy to help compensate you for an accident if the at-fault driver has no insurance or is under insured. Georgia law requires that your insurance company offer it to you, and it is your decision whether to carry it on your policy or not. Many times, uninsured or under insured drivers cause accidents so it is very important to have “full coverage,” which includes uninsured motorist/under insured motorist coverage.
In Georgia, a patient has an absolute statutory right to obtain copies of their medical records and they can allow their attorney to procure their medical records by signing a HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) release, which allows a medical provider to furnish copies of their medical records to a third-party. Many of our clients treat at East Georgia Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph’s/Candler Hospital, Memorial Health University Medical Center, Augusta University Medical Center, Meadows Regional Medical Center, Winn Army Community Hospital, Emanuel Medical Center, and Optim Healthcare, and we are able to procure their medical records for them.
Each month you pay a premium for your insurance policy and coverage. If you have uninsured or under insured motorist coverage, Georgia law bars insurance companies from raising your premiums if you make a claim for an accident that is not your fault. Additionally, your insurance carrier cannot cancel your policy or decline to renew your policy for making a claim for uninsured or under insured motorist coverage.
There is no way to say for sure how much your personal injury case is worth. There are many factors that go into the worth of your case, such as: the facts and circumstances of the accident giving rise to your injury; the severity of your injuries; who is responsible for your injuries;the applicable insurance limits; your health prior to your injuries; your employment history; your life expectancy; and your past litigation history. At the outset, this answer can be frustrating. However, it actually is beneficial to those who are represented by a competent attorney who knows how to maximize your recovery.
If you were injured in an automobile, bicycle, or pedestrian accident and the driver who caused the accident is from another state you still can pursue your claim in Georgia if the accident happened in Georgia.
We know there is also a lot of information to review, so here we housed some common terms and facts for you as well.
Money awarded to a victim of personal injury to cover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
A legal doctrine that determines the degree of fault of each party involved in an accident and adjusts the amount of compensation accordingly. It allows for the injured party to receive compensation even if they were partially at fault, but the amount is reduced based on their degree of responsibility.
The losses suffered by an individual due to an injury, which can include medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and emotional distress.
A formal, out-of-court statement given under oath by a party or witness involved in a personal injury case, which can be used as evidence during the trial.
A request made by an injured party to an insurance company to compensate for the damages suffered as a result of an accident or injury.
Legal responsibility or obligation for one’s actions or omissions that result in harm or injury to another person.
Negligent conduct by a healthcare professional that leads to injury, harm, or wrongful death to a patient.
Failure to exercise reasonable care, resulting in injury or harm to another person.
Physical or psychological harm caused to a person as a result of someone else’s negligence or intentional act.
A legal decision or ruling made in a previous case that serves as a guide or authority in subsequent similar cases.
An agreement reached between the parties involved in a personal injury case, where the injured party agrees to accept a specified amount of compensation instead of going to trial.
The time limit within which a person must file a lawsuit after sustaining a personal injury. If the time limit expires, the injured party may be barred from seeking compensation.
A civil wrong or wrongful act committed by one party against another, resulting in injury or harm.
A death caused by the negligent, reckless, or intentional act of another person or entity, leading to a claim for damages by the surviving family members.