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When you get into an accident, you have a right to seek compensation for the injuries and damages you suffered. In an ideal world, the responsible party would pay you everything you need to recover and put your life back on track. There would be no fighting and no arguing over fault or liability. There would be no dispute over how much you needed and why you deserved this compensation.
Unfortunately, we do not live in an ideal world. As such, you may be surprised to learn that the insurance companies do not have your best interests in mind. In fact, their only goal is to pay you as little as possible.
For this reason, it is important to speak to an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as you are injured. Your attorney will meet with you and examine your case personally. They can then determine if you have cause to file a claim to recover damages.
Isn’t Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer Expensive?
The short answer is no! Hiring an attorney is not as costly as going without one. Without a lawyer on your side, insurance companies feel comfortable playing hardball with you. They know you do not have legal representation, and they use this to their advantage. They often use a harsh “take it or leave it” approach when negotiating claims with injured accident victims.
Even better, personal injury attorneys often work on a contingency basis. This means that you do not owe them any money unless they can settle your case for you! A personal injury attorney who works on a contingency basis collects a fee after the case is concluded. That fee is usually a set percentage of the amount they recover for you.
How Does a Personal Injury Attorney Increase Your Settlement?
A study conducted by the Insurance Research Council found that injured accident victims can recover 3.5x as much compensation with an attorney. This can make a substantial difference in the amount of money you receive.
Navigating Insurance Company Tactics
A personal injury attorney knows the insurance company tactics extremely well. This knowledge can help them prepare a solid case for you. Some of the common insurance company tactics include:
- You were to blame for the crash
- Insisting that you need an examination by their medical professionals
- Requiring you to submit to unnecessary medical testing
- Insisting that you had a pre-existing condition
- Refusing to honor the full impact of emotional trauma or distress
- Saying you are not as injured as you claim
Your personal injury attorney can fight these tactics aggressively to help you collect the money you deserve.
Establishing Liability
Not only will a personal injury attorney navigate through insurance company tactics, but they will also work tirelessly to investigate and uncover all liable parties. Establishing fault and liability is the first step towards collecting the money you deserve. To do this, they may have to investigate the accident closely and work with accident reconstruction experts or other specialists.
Calculating Compensation
Once all liable parties are established, your personal injury attorney will work with your medical team to determine the full extent of your injuries and how they affect your life personally. No two injuries are ever quite the same. As such, any compensation you collect should be enough to cover all your current and past medical expenses, as well as future long-term care and treatment you may need. This includes lost wages and loss of future earnings.
Fighting For You In Court
If necessary, your personal injury attorney can fight for you in a court of law. The legal system is a complex system that can be difficult to navigate without professional legal help. An experienced Georgia personal injury attorney will be well-versed in the ins and outs of Georgia personal injury law. They can fight best for you because they have an extensive knowledge of all legal precedents pertaining to personal injury law. In addition, a personal injury lawyer will also have personal knowledge of the local courtrooms, the judges, and the insurance companies that may be a part of your case.
Contact Our Georgia Personal Injury Lawyers
If you were injured in a personal injury accident in Atlanta or anywhere in the state of Georgia, we can help. The Kim Law Team is dedicated to protecting injured victims and their families. From car accidents to slip and fall accidents, we are there for you. Call 404-587-8946 or fill out our confidential contact form. Just call and JUST WIN.
