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Your Legal Options After a Wrong-Way Collision
Collisions caused by wrong-way drivers can be serious and even deadly. These crashes often involve either head-on or sideswipe impacts at a speed and force that can cause catastrophic or fatal injuries. Wrong-way crashes can be especially dangerous because they often involve high-speed impacts with little time for either driver to react.
After a crash with a wrong-way driver, it is important to understand your options before the insurance company makes decisions that could affect your recovery. Depending on the facts of your case, you may be able to seek compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurance for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, vehicle damage, and other losses.
If the wrong-way driver is uninsured or does not have enough coverage, your own auto policy may provide additional protection through medical payments, collision, or uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. These details can be easy to overlook, but they may make a meaningful difference in your claim.
In serious injury cases, or when the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer, legal action may be necessary.
You have already been through enough. Before you speak with the insurance company or accept an offer, talk with Montlick Injury Attorneys. We can help you understand your options, protect your rights, and take the next step with confidence.
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Types of Compensation Available After a Wrong-Way Collision
A wrong-way crash can affect nearly every part of your life. Depending on the facts of your case, compensation may be available for losses such as:
- Medical bills and rehabilitation
- Future medical care
- Lost wages or reduced earning ability
- Vehicle repairs and rental car costs
- Other out-of-pocket expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Permanent disability
- Scarring or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Compensation for Families After a Fatal Wrong-Way Crash
When a wrong-way crash results in the loss of a loved one, the case becomes about more than financial losses. No legal claim can undo that loss, but a wrongful death claim may help honor the full value of your loved one’s life, protect your family’s financial future, and hold the responsible party accountable. Depending on the circumstances, compensation may also be available for certain estate-related losses, such as final medical expenses, funeral and burial costs, and pain and suffering experienced before death.
Every case is different. Montlick Injury Attorneys can help you understand what compensation may be available and what steps may be needed to protect your claim.
How Long Do You Have to File a Wrong-Way Collision Claim in Georgia?
Warning:
Failing to comply with a statute of limitations will permanently bar your right to a recovery.
Deadlines can run out quickly when you are trying to recover after a wrong-way crash. In Georgia, injured people generally have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit, but some claims have much shorter notice requirements, especially when a government vehicle, city, county, or state agency may be involved.
Waiting too long can jeopardize your claim. Insurance policies may also have strict notice requirements. In either case, missing a deadline could affect your ability to recover compensation.
The safest step is to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. Montlick Injury Attorneys can help identify the deadlines that may apply, explain your options, and help protect your claim before time runs out.
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At Montlick, compassion is at the heart of everything we do. We understand how overwhelming life feels after a car crash, and our attorneys work hard to protect your rights and recovery.
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Since 1984, Montlick has been a staunch advocate for injured victims, recovering billions in compensation and providing the care and dedication they deserve.
Some Wrong-Way Collision Injuries May Qualify for Georgia Workers’ Compensation
If you were driving or riding as part of your job when the crash happened, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Georgia’s workers’ compensation is generally a no-fault system, which means benefits may be available regardless of who caused the crash.
You may also have a separate personal injury claim against the wrong-way driver or another responsible party. These claims can involve different rules, deadlines, and sources of compensation.
Our attorneys can help you understand which claims may apply and what steps may be needed to protect your recovery.
How Our Attorneys Pursue Wrong-Way Collision Claims
After a serious crash, you should not have to manage the legal process while trying to heal. Our attorneys can handle the legal details by investigating what happened, identifying who may be responsible, dealing with the insurance companies, and helping you understand the value of your claim.
We look at the full impact of your injuries, including medical expenses, future care needs, missed work, pain and suffering, and how the crash has affected your daily life. If you were working when the collision happened, we can also help determine whether a workers’ compensation claim may apply.
Our goal is to protect you from being pressured, overlooked, or treated unfairly. Whether your case is resolved through negotiation or requires legal action, we are here to guide you through the process and fight for the recovery you deserve.
Serving Georgia Families for Over 40 Years
For over four decades Montlick Injury Attorneys has advocated for people injured in wrong-way collisions and other crashes, working to pursue fair compensation on their behalf. If you or someone you love has been the victim of a wrong-way driver, having the right legal advocate in your corner can make all the difference. Contact or call Montlick at (800) 529-6333 to speak with an attorney in a free consultation about your options and next steps.
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Wrong-Way Collisions FAQs
Wrong-way accidents typically happen when a driver travels against the flow of traffic and collides with vehicles moving in the lawful direction. Common causes may include drunk or drug-impaired driving, distracted driving, drowsy driving, confusing or inadequate signage, construction detours, unfamiliar roads, or unsafe passing.
After any collision, your first priorities should be safety and medical help. Call 911, move off the road to a safe location if you can, and call for medical help right away, even if your injuries are not immediately obvious.
If it is safe to do so, take photos of vehicles involved, the road conditions, traffic signs, visible injuries, nearby cameras that may have footage, and any skid marks or debris. Get contact information from witnesses, and report the crash to your insurance company, but avoid making statements that could be interpreted as admitting fault.
Every accident has a unique set of facts and circumstances, so no one claim is the same as another. The value of a wrong-way accident claim depends on the facts, including the severity of the injuries, medical treatment, lost income, available insurance coverage, fault issues, and the long-term impact of the crash. An attorney can evaluate the evidence, identify potential sources of compensation, and pursue the damages supported by the facts and Georgia law.