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What to Expect When you Call an Injury Lawyer

Posted on February 1, 2023

Regardless of how you’ve been injured (via auto accident, slip and fall, dog bite, etc.), it’s definitely worth a phone call to an injury lawyer to see if you have a case. Calling to see if you have a case will cost you...

Accident at Intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd in Macon, GA

Posted on July 8, 2022

Intersections along any busy street in Macon can be dangerous areas for motorists. Intersection accidents sometimes involve a driver who carelessly pulls out into oncoming traffic, causing a side-impact crash. Other times, a driver may be traveling too fast, causing the other motorist to misjudge how close the vehicle is. Several Injured in City Bus...

A Simple Explanation of Georgia Personal Injury Law

Posted on May 23, 2022

Tort law is sometimes also known as personal injury law. A Tort is an act or omission that causes harm, or injury, to someone else or their property. A Personal Injury is when someone suffers any type of injury to their body, mind, emotions, or reputation. Under tort law, when the reckless, negligent, or intentional...

4 Secret Tactics an Insurance Adjuster May Use to Try to Minimize Your Injury Claim

Posted on April 28, 2022

They’ll Call to Take Your Statement An insurance adjuster may call you to “gather facts” about the accident. They’ll be very kind while explaining they need your statement of facts in order to make an informed decision about the claim. They may even want to record your statement or get you to sign it so...

Can Lawyers Call You After an Accident?

Posted on November 1, 2021

When choosing a lawyer to help with your accident case, you should do the choosing, not the lawyer. As a rule, generally, no lawyer should contact an accident victim via phone, in-person, or electronic media (i.e., email or text) after an accident unless the person has reached out to the lawyer first. If a lawyer...

Best Tips to Maximize Your Injury Claim Compensation

Posted on September 5, 2021

These are some things you can do to help your lawyer get the most money for your personal injury claim. Preserve Evidence and Keep Records of: Medical Bills & Prescription Receipts Doctor’s Appointments Repair Costs Accident/Collision Reports Pictures Any work you may have missed due to the injury, as well as a breakdown of...

5 Reasons to Take Advantage of a Free Consultation with an Injury Lawyer

Posted on August 30, 2021

Don’t hesitate to call a lawyer for a free consultation if you’ve been injured in an accident. It’s not only free to talk to someone, but it may also result in you being paid for your injuries, lost wages, pain, and suffering. Below are 5 ways a free consultation lawyer can help with your injury...

What Happens When Both Parties In A Car Accident Dispute Fault?

Posted on August 19, 2021

When both parties of a car accident dispute fault, what happens next is likely an ugly lawsuit. Venus Williams was involved in a fatal car accident that occurred in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. She was initially blamed for the accident but after a review of camera footage, the police officially cleared her...

Backover Accidents and Children – Tips to Prevent Them

Posted on August 17, 2021

Now that most states have reopened for business we are starting to see more cars and trucks on the road again. At the same time, kids are headed back to school, which is a good time to talk about safety around cars. Bankrate.com recently published a useful guide on how children can stay...

Large Truck Accidents: When and Where They Happen

Posted on July 5, 2021

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, in 2018 there were 121,000 truck accidents or bus crashes that resulted in injury. Of those accidents, 5,096 were involved in fatal crashes. It's impossible to predict if the next time you get behind the wheel of a car you'll be involved in an accident with a...