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Hurt in a Motor Vehicle Collision in Georgia? Contact us Today for a Free Case Review
At Chance, Forlines, Carter & King, PC, our Georgia motor vehicle accident lawyers take on the full range of cases. Whether you were hurt in a car crash, a delivery truck accident, a commercial vehicle collision, or any other type of accident, we are more than ready to help you get justice and the maximum financial compensation. Contact our Georgia motor vehicle accident lawyers today for your free, no obligation initial consultation. We represent clients in Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Macon, Savannah, Gainesville, Lawrenceville, Decatur, Jonesboro, and throughout Georgia. For your free, no obligation initial appointment with a top-rated Georgia personal injury lawyer, please contact us today!
We Handle All Types of Motor Vehicle Collision Claims in Georgia
As a boutique personal injury law firm serving victims and families throughout Georgia, we have the professional expertise to take on all types of motor vehicle collision claims. Regardless of the cause or severity of your injuries, our team is on your side every step of the way. Along with other types of motor vehicle cases, our experience allows us to handle:
- Car Accidents: We deal with all types of car accidents, from rear-end collisions, distracted driving, side-impact crashes, to head-on collisions and multi-car pileups.
- Motorcycle Accidents: We understand the unique vulnerabilities of motorcyclists and are adept at handling cases involving motorcycle crashes.
- Truck Accidents: Our team has experience with commercial trucking accidents, including commercial vehicles, which often result in severe injuries due to their size.
- Pedestrian Accidents: We handle cases where pedestrians have been struck by vehicles, ensuring their rights are protected.
- Bicycle Accidents: We assist cyclists who have been hit by cars, understanding the serious injuries that can occur in such instances.
- Bus Accidents: We manage cases involving public transit and private bus accidents, addressing the complexities associated with these larger vehicles.
- Uber and Lyft Accidents: With the rise of rideshare services, we’ve adapted to handle cases involving these companies and their drivers.
- ATV Accidents: We represent clients involved in all-terrain vehicle accidents, acknowledging the distinct challenges these cases can present.
- Boating Accidents: Despite being a different mode of transport, we also handle water-related vehicle collisions in Georgia’s waterways.
Your Guide to Motor Vehicle Accident Liability Under Georgia Law
Navigating Georgia’s motor vehicle accident liability laws can be complex—and the process of establishing fault can be contentious. Here are two key points that motor vehicle accident victims should understand about liability:
- Motor Vehicle Accident Liability is Based on Fault (Negligence): In Georgia, the party who is at fault or negligent is financially responsible for damages resulting from the accident. This negligence can occur in several ways, such as disobeying traffic laws, driving under the influence, or not paying attention to the road. To establish negligence, one must demonstrate that the other party had a duty of care and breached that duty.
- Georgia Uses a Comparative Fault Standard: In Georgia, motor vehicle accident liability is determined based on a “modified comparative negligence” standard (O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33). Each party to a crash is liable for the resulting damages in proportionate to their degree of fault. You can still recover financial compensation even if you are partially to blame for your own crash. However, your recovery will be reduced based on your degree of fault. If you are deemed 30 percent at fault for your own motor vehicle crash in Georgia, you will bear liability for 30 percent of your own damages. However, if you are 50% or more to blame, then your recovery is barred.
You Have Two Years to Initiate Your Motor Vehicle Accident Injury Claims
The motor vehicle accident injury claims process is time-sensitive. You need to be proactive after a crash. You have to bring your claim before the Georgia statute of limitations expires. Under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, there is a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including motor vehicle accident cases. As few exceptions apply, you do not want to miss out on your chance to pursue justice. The sooner you get started with a motor vehicle accident claim, the better position that you will be in to secure the maximum available financial compensation.
Recovering from a Motor Vehicle Crash in Georgia
Hurt in a motor vehicle crash in Georgia? It is crucial that you are able to secure compensation for the full value of medical bills, lost wages, and other types of damages. Unfortunately, insurance companies are not on your side. They put their bottom line ahead of what is best for you and your family. Our Georgia motor vehicle accident attorneys fight to help victims secure the full and fair compensation that they deserve, including for:
- Pain and suffering;
- Disability or disfigurement;
- Wrongful death of a family member;
- Motor vehicle repairs or replacement;
- Emergency medical treatment;
- Hospital bills and other medical costs;
- Rehabilitative support; and
- Lost wages and loss of earning potential.
Why Trust Our Georgia Motor Vehicle Accident Injury Team
Motor vehicle accident claims are complicated. No matter how or why your crash happened, the personal injury team at Chance, Forlines, Carter & King, PC, is standing by ready to determine the best course of action. We fight tirelessly to protect victims and families—not big corporations or even larger insurance companies. With our Georgia personal injury law firm, you will get access to a motor vehicle accident lawyer who can:
- Hear what you have to say about your case and answer legal questions;
- Investigate your motor vehicle collision, gathering evidence to prove fault;
- Represent you in settlement negotiations with the insurance companies; and
- Take aggressive legal action to help you secure the absolute maximum compensation.
Speak to Our Georgia Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers Today
At Chance, Forlines, Carter & King, PC, our Georgia motor vehicle accident attorneys provide aggressive, effective legal representation to victims. We are ready to help you fight for justice and the maximum financial compensation. Contact us today to arrange your free, no obligation case review. Our firm handles the full range of motor vehicle accident claims in Georgia. Communities we serve include Atlanta, Decatur, Lawrenceville, Jonesboro, Savannah, Macon, Augusta, and Columbus.
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