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Below are commonly asked questions about personal injury law

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How long do I have to file an injury claim after a car accident in Georgia?

Generally, the statute of limitations window for car accident injury and wrongful death cases is two years. If you file a claim after these two years are up, it’s extremely unlikely you’ll be able to recover any damages, even if you’ve been severely injured. It can take a thorough Decatur car accident attorney several months to put together a strong case. Gathering evidence, and waiting on insurance companies and the legal system takes time. To preserve evidence and give yourself the best chance at getting the compensation you are truly owed, it pays to contact a car accident attorney right away.

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Do I really need a lawyer in a spinal cord injury case?

These cases tend to see higher amounts of compensation. As a result, insurance companies will fight tooth and nail to deny just compensation. Taking on these well-resourced behemoths alone is unmanageable. Thankfully, representation can put insurance companies on the back foot.

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What is the Average Car Accident Settlement Amount?

The average payment for a car accident varies depending on the type of auto accident and the unique facts of the case. In Georgia, the average settlement for the different types of auto accident claims are: Car Accident: $20,000-$25,000 Motorcycle Accident: $50,000-$150,000 Commercial Truck Accident: $50,000-$150,000 Pedestrian Accident: $40,000-$100,000

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What Should I Do After a Car Accident in Fort Lauderdale?

First and foremost, check yourself and others for injuries. Call emergency services immediately if there are any signs of trauma or discomfort. If you can, move to a safer location and call law enforcement. Once medical services arrive, seek their attention and follow up with your primary care doctor. Finally, contact a car accident attorney in Fort Lauderdale from Montlick and report to your insurance agency.

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How Much Is My Case Worth?

While every case is complex and compensation is based on many factors, the most important is generally the severity and long-term impact of a victim’s physical injuries. Minor injuries will generally pay less compared to injuries that cause a short-term disability or permanent. If your injury is catastrophic or will cause long-term problems, then the settlement will be more significant, however, this is also determined by the amount of insurance available and/or defendant assets.

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What Should I Do After a Car Accident in Jacksonville?

First, check yourself for injuries and then immediately call emergency services. Move to a safer location and call law enforcement. Document the scene and exchange information with the other parties and witnesses involved. Ensure a medical professional checks you over, then contact a Jacksonville Montlick car accident lawyer and report the accident to your insurance agency.

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What Does a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Do?

Workers' Comp lawyers are responsible for providing clients with personalized and aggressive legal representation in order to get those clients the absolute maximum amount of money possible for their workplace injury. This could include filing additional personal injury claims or lawsuits.

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What Are Georgia Deadlines for Filing Car Accident Insurance Claims & Lawsuits?

For personal injury claims resulting from a car accident, the statute of limitations in Georgia is usually two years from the date of the accident. This means you would have two years to file a lawsuit against the responsible party/parties. Failure to file within this time frame could result in the loss of your right to seek compensation for your injuries. The statutes of limitations can vary depending on the jurisdiction of the accident.

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What car insurance should I get in Georgia?

Georgia law states that all drivers must meet the minimum required insurance policy limits of $25,000 bodily injury liability insurance and $25,000 property damage liability insurance. We recommend purchasing additional the coverages detailed below.

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What is a negligent security lawsuit?

A negligent security claim refers to an injury that occurs as a result of a premises with improper or insufficient security measures in place. Negligent security claims fall under the more general label of premises liability.

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What happens if I was at fault for my accident in Georgia? (2024)

In Georgia, if you were partly at fault for the accident that caused your injuries, you can still recover compensation as long as a court finds you to be less than 50% at fault. For on-the-job injuries, Georgia has a no-fault workers' comp system, meaning that in many cases you are still eligible for worker's compensation benefits.

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What is strict liability?

Strict liability is a legal concept that holds manufacturers, distributors, and sellers responsible for the injuries caused by their defective products, regardless of negligence or fault.

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How do you prove a TBI claim?

Our personal injury attorneys may use a variety of tactics to demonstrate the significance of your injury, including medical records, accident reconstruction, and expert witnesses.

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What is negligent security?

The landowner’s defense in a case involving negligence when failing to provide adequate security typically centers on whether the criminal act perpetrated by a third party was foreseeable.

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What is false imprisonment?

False imprisonment is defined as an act in which one person restrains or confines another person without that other person’s consent and without authority to do so.

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What is Blunt Abdominal Trauma (BAT)?

Abdominal trauma also called Blunt Abdominal Trauma, or BAT, occurs when a person’s abdomen collides with another object, leading to the compression of the abdomen and surrounding organs (i.e., the pancreas, kidneys, stomach, intestines, spleen, liver, etc.) and excessive pressure exerted on the abdominal wall.

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What are Social Security Disability credits?

The Social Security Administration (SSA), a federal agency, may pay monthly benefits to a person who satisfies certain criteria under the benefits plan known as Social Security Disability Insurance. This benefit is commonly referred to as SSDI.

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What are punitive damages?

Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, are a type of damages awarded in a civil lawsuit, intended to punish the defendant for their wrongful conduct and deter them and others from engaging in similar conduct in the future.

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What are common causes of train accidents?

Trains are not able to quickly come to a stop the way that cars can. They need a considerably greater distance and more notice in order to come to a stop. They also cannot make evasive maneuvers in the way cars can. Any issues that arise during a train’s route, therefore, can result major accidents.

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What is Workers’ Compensation?

Workers’ compensation is an insurance system required by state law (in most states) that provides compensation to employees for work related injuries or occupational illnesses on a no fault basis.

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How do accident reports work in Georgia?

Georgia Accident Reports typically comprise the most immediate comprehensive record of vehicle damage, visible injuries, road conditions, perceptions of observers and other evidence that is essential to obtaining the financial compensation to ease the hardships caused by a serious traffic accident.

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What is the Road Rage Reduction Act?

Under the bill, drivers can move into the left lane to pass other vehicles, but a driver who continues to drive in the left lane at a speed ten mph slower than the speed limit is subject to a $60 fine.

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What is the Georgia Super Speeder Law?

The Super Speeder Law stipulates that regular speeders will become Super Speeders when they are cited for driving over 75 miles per hour on a two lane road, or 85 miles per hour on any road or highway within Georgia.

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Who is responsible in a train and car collision?

The cause or causes of a train accident can dictate the people or entities to be named in a potential lawsuit. Railroad companies, private corporations, and municipalities have a duty to maintain railroad crossings in order to keep drivers safe from collision.

Who can file a wrongful death claim?

The rights of plaintiffs to pursue wrongful death claims, including the proper parties to bring a claim, are subject to the applicable law of a particular state, and the types of damages recovered can significantly vary from state-to-state as well.

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