Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer

Car Wreck Injury Lawyers in Atlanta, Georgia

Our Atlanta Accident Lawyers Can Help After Your Car Crash

At Montlick, your case will be handled with the knowledge, experience and resources of a powerhouse law firm, plus the attention, dedication and personalization that you expect from a small team that intimately knows the details of your case. With your first call, you’ll speak directly to an attorney in our office right here in Atlanta, who can ensure your case starts off on the right foot.

Our legal services and support starts with a free car accident consultation. Our attorneys will review the circumstances and facts of what happened before advising you on your essential legal rights and the steps necessary to protect those rights.

Investigation

Car accidents are complex. With many factors at play, a thorough understanding of what happened is key in a personal injury case. An Atlanta car accident lawyer will investigate your auto accident to understand what happened and determine how best to pursue your case. This can include using accident reconstructionist experts, interviewing witnesses and more. Some tools our attorneys use to build your case are:

1. Collecting police reports
2. Gathering photographs of the scene
3. Interviewing witnesses
4. Obtaining and reviewing medical records 
5. Calculating fair compensation

Just because the victim of an injury is partially at fault for the accident does not mean that they cannot seek damages. Under Georgia law  §51-12-33, a victim that is less than 50% responsible can still seek proportional damages for the injuries they have experienced. That’s why a clear understanding and narrative about your accident is so important to your case.

If we are able to accept your accident case, our attorneys and legal support staff will immediately begin working on your case–investigating the accident, collecting records, and gathering evidence and documentation to further substantiate your insurance accident claim.

Negotiation

It is advantageous for a person injured in an automobile crash to speak with an Atlanta car accident lawyer right away. Dealing with an insurance company – your own, or the other party’s – without legal representation or guidance is likely to leave you with less money in your pocket. Insurance companies will do everything possible to minimize your payment, including using sketchy tactics like:

• Using your statement at the scene against you
• Sending out their own investigators who may compromise evidence
• Denying your initial claim
• Shifting blame onto you 
• Offering a settlement that is lower than what you need sum that doesn’t cover your bills

Even if you do not anticipate needing to go to court over your injuries, having a car accident attorney’s guidance and assistance in negotiation can significantly increase your payout than trying to do it on your own. After an accident disrupts your life, the last injustice you need is financial fear. 

Representation in Court

If the at-fault party’s insurance company is unwilling to offer enough money to reasonably compensate you, our law firm has the resources and experience to navigate the litigation process and take cases to trial. A Montlick car accident attorney in Atlanta will help you recover: 

• Emotionally
• Physically
• Financially

Remember that you are always integral to the decision to file a lawsuit and litigate a claim.

We know this can feel like a lot to take in. That’s why when you’re a Montlick client, your attorney and their staff of legal professionals will be available to answer your questions fully and promptly. When it comes to the fight, you focus on healing. We’ll take it from here.

We Handle All Types of Car Accident Cases in Atlanta

Car Accidents

Collisions involving one or more vehicles that have collided with each other, a pedestrian, animal, road debris, or obstructions like a tree, or building. Car accidents may also include vehicle equipment failure and loss of control. 

Truck Accidents

Crashes involving large trucks or other commercial vehicles such as 18-wheeler tractor-trailer trucks, big rigs, semis, box trucks, delivery & garbage trucks, pick-up trucks, 15 passenger vans, as well as accidents that involve professional drivers and workers’ compensation.

DUI and Drug-impaired Driver Accidents

Wrecks caused by an individual who is driving, operating, or controlling a vehicle while intoxicated or drug impaired, whether recreational or prescribed.  Accidents may include pedestrians, other drivers, and structures such as buildings. 

Bus Accidents

Accidents involving a bus usually cause a great deal of damage due to the vehicle’s size. Bus accidents may include a school bus, city bus, tour bus, or more, and can involve pedestrians,  other drivers, or bicyclists.

Hit-and-Run Collisions

A hit-and-run collision is in which one or more motorists cause an accident and do not stop at the scene afterwards to identify themselves or help others involved. A hit-and-run is a criminal act under traffic laws.

Motorcycle Accidents

Crashes involving one or more motorcycles that arise out of the operation or maintenance error. This may include rear ending, side-swipes, and T-bone collisions. These may include pedestrians, other drivers, and environmental factors. 

Wrongful Death

Wrongful deaths refers to an unintended fatality caused by an accident such as a vehicle collision, involving one or more drivers. We handle all claims in which someone was tragically killed due to the negligence or reckless actions of another person.

And more

We may be able to represent you in bicycle and e-scooter hit-by-car accidents, as well as Uber, Lyft and other rideshare driver or passenger claims. An Atlanta car accident lawyer can also assist you in a SUV rollover accidents case.

What To Do If You’ve Been Involved In an Atlanta Car Accident

Following a car accident in Atlanta,  it’s essential to take the following actions to protect your legal rights. What you do at the scene can help your attorney build a solid case and win you the compensation you deserve. 

Call the Police

If able, immediately call the police. This will ensure the scene is properly taken care of and provide you and others involved with help. 

Offer Assistance 

This step only applies only if you are physically and safely able to. Offer assistance to others that have been involved in the accident, helping them to get out of the street or call medical services for them. 

Exchange Information

Collect information from all parties involved in the accident, including insurance details, contact information of witnesses, and any other relevant information.

Document the scene

Document the scene by taking pictures of your car and others involved in the incident. Take note of road and weather conditions, traffic signals, and other factors that might prove who was at fault.

Seek Medical Attention

Even if you don’t feel injured, receiving a medical evaluation as soon as possible is critical because some injuries may not manifest until days or weeks later.

Call Montlick 

When clients come to us after a car accident we sympathize with the physical, financial, and emotional stress they’re dealing with. The sooner you contact us, the stronger your case will be.

Understanding Personal Injury Law in Atlanta

What If I Share Some Blame For The Accident?

According to Georgia Code §51-12-33, if you are the injured party but share partial blame for the accident, the court will determine your at-fault percentage and the damages you can receive. This is called modified comparative negligence and under this system, involved parties are assigned liability based on their contribution to the accident.For example, if you are 25% at-fault for the crash in which you were injured, your total compensation package will be reduced by 25%. If deemed over 50% responsible, they may be required to pay damages.  

How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?

In the state of Georgia, a claim must generally be filed within two years from the date of injury. If not filed in this timeframe, you will most likely lose your right to pursue compensation. This also applies to injuries that go unnoticed for a long time. However, exceptions may apply. Contact Montlick’s Atlanta car accident law firm for an assessment of your case. 

What If I Am Filing On Behalf Of A Deceased Loved One?

Under the Wrongful Death Act, §51-4-2, the family of an individual who has wrongfully died can generally file a claim for the “full value of life” within two years of the victim’s death. Exceptions to the deadline may apply and recovered damages may include medical expenses incurred before death, funeral costs, loss of companionship and support provided by the deceased person, and more.

Our Promises to You

1. Treat your case as if it were our own.
2. Protect you from powerful insurance companies.
3. Vigorously fight on your behalf in order to obtain all the compensation and benefits you deserve.
4. Be there when you need us the most and always treat you with dignity and respect

Damages and Compensation in Atlanta Car Accident Claims

Under Georgia law, the victim of a car crash injury can be entitled to various types of compensation under car insurance laws. As you might expect, victims can potentially recover damages for medical expenses they incur for treatment of the physical injuries caused by the accident. These include expenses for:

• Hospital treatment
• Medications
• Physical therapy
• And more

Importantly, victims can seek damages not only for medical expenses they have already incurred, but also for expected medical expenses. For example, when doctors tell a victim they will need surgery in the future to address the injury, or they will need ongoing treatments that extend beyond the time of filing their personal injury lawsuit.

What You Can Recover

An Atlanta car accident lawyer can also help their client recover damages for lost wages. This is why it’s important to keep track of how much work you have missed if you are a victim of a car crash injury. Victims may be able to seek compensation for past and future lost wages, and in some wrongful death cases, a lost income claim is also available for family members of someone who has tragically died in an Atlanta car accident.

Victims in Georgia can also be awarded damages for pain and suffering. Pain and suffering are subjective, and determined by the judge or jury if a case goes to trial. Generally, the idea behind pain and suffering is that, the more severe and painful an injury is, the more damages a victim should be able to seek. An experienced Atlanta car accident lawyer will give you the best chance at persuading a court of the true extent of your injury. Additional damages you be able to recover include:

• Costs of repairing property damages
• Accessibility modification to your home
• Lost wages from missing work
• Lost earning capacity 
• Medical bills

How much is my case worth?

While every case is complex and compensation is based on many factors, the most important is the severity and long-term impact of a victim’s physical injuries. Minor injuries such as sprains, soft tissues injuries and whiplash generally have a lower payout than injuries that seriously disable a victim, but not for the rest of their life, such as a broken leg that will heal. Cases with largest settlements tend to be catastrophic resulting in permanent disability or death.

Most Dangerous Atlanta Intersections

When it comes to traffic accidents, Atlanta is a top contender for the most dangerous cities in the state. Data from the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety tells us that Atlanta witnesses hundreds of fatal and non-fatal crashes each and every year.

Not all intersections are created equally, either. Here are the intersections in Atlanta where the damage is done most often.

Peachtree Street and Lindbergh Drive

Known for its sharp curves and dense traffic, this intersection can make it difficult for drivers to navigate and get to their destinations safely. Countless accidents have happened where these streets meet, some of them even fatal and involving large trucks.

Northside Drive and 17th Street

Near Atlantic Station, Northside and 17th is known for its intense traffic volume and its high-speed drivers. This intersection has been the site of several fatal accidents, including a deeply destructive semi-truck crash.

Buford Highway and Lenox Road

Located in the Buckhead area, this intersection is famous for all of the wrong reasons. Notorious for its high accident rate, the intersection is particularly treacherous for trucks, which often struggle to navigate the narrow lanes and hard turns.

Peachtree Street and Deering Road

Located near Piedmont Hospital, this intersection is a major passage for commuters traveling to and from the city. In the past couple of years, this intersection has had its fair share of accidents, including several involving substantially-sized trucks.

Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Northside Drive

In the Vine City neighborhood, this intersection is often home to heavy truck traffic. Tragically, this has led to an uptick in fatal accidents, including a collision that killed a pedestrian.

It’s essential for Atlanta drivers to exercise caution when navigating these tricky intersections and others in the city. To reduce the risk of accidents and stay out of harm’s way, always obey traffic laws, avoid distracted driving, and operate your vehicle at a safe speed with adequate distance from others on the road.

The Montlick Difference

At Montlick, your case will receive the highest level of attention. Our Atlanta car accident attorneys are aggressive, focused, and determined so we can win you the settlement that you deserve. Working with Montlick guarantees comprehensive representation, and compassionate support. We’re on your side, truly. 

Our Expertise Is Your Path Forward.

Our team is committed to providing top-quality legal representation and attention to every client that comes through our doors. Our experienced team of 170 attorneys and staff know what it takes to win.

Our History

Mr. Montlick’s vision for a tough as nails law firm with a heart of gold has elevated Montlick Injury Attorneys to one of the nation’s most well-respected law firms. 

We treat our clients with kindness and dignity, because we understand that this is more than just another case– it’s your life. Every case we take becomes the most important case. We regard each potential client like family. We return calls and emails promptly and answer your questions, always keeping you informed of the status of your case. 

To navigate life after your accident with a fierce advocate and ally, choose Montlick. 

Your best interest will always be our primary focus. If you have been injured in a car accident in Atlanta, call 1-800-LAW-NEED (1-800-529-6333) or dial #WIN (#946) from your mobile phone.