Personal Injury
Get the Help You Need from an Experienced Augusta Personal Injury Lawyer
When you or a loved one suffers a serious injury, there is a lot you need to know. On top of dealing with your medical expenses and figuring out how you are going to pay your other bills if you are unable to work, you also need to make smart decisions about protecting your legal rights. Accident victims and their families will have personal injury claims in many cases; and, if you have a claim, hiring an experienced Augusta personal injury lawyer to help you could be a crucial first step in the recovery process.
So, what do you need to know after a serious accident? Here are five important facts about filing a personal injury claim in Georgia:
#1: It Is Important to Take Action Promptly
Any time you think you may have a personal injury claim, it is important to take action promptly. You need to prioritize your (or your loved one’s) health, and you need to hire a lawyer to investigate as soon as possible. After an accident, evidence can disappear quickly, and preserving as much evidence as possible will make it much easier to successfully assert your legal rights.
#2: The More Records You Can Keep, the Better
Along with hiring a lawyer to gather evidence, you should also keep as many records as possible. When you have a personal injury claim, the more records you can keep, the better. This includes records from the accident (i.e., the police report and the other driver’s insurance information in the event of a collision), medical records, and employment records if you or your loved one is forced to miss time from work.
#3: You Need to Be Prepared for the Insurance Companies’ Tactics
In most cases, recovering financial compensation after an accident involves dealing with the at-fault party’s insurance company. In some cases, it may involve dealing with your own insurance company as well. Regardless of the insurance company (or insurance companies) involved, you need to be prepared to deal with their tactics. The insurance companies have their best interests in mind—not yours—and they will be working hard to pay you as little as possible.
#4: You Only Get One Chance to Settle Your Claim
For many people, obtaining an insurance settlement is the best-case scenario when pursuing a personal injury claim. But, while settling your claim can be your best option, it can also be risky. Once you accept a settlement, you generally can’t go back and ask for more. With this in mind, you need to make sure you have a clear understanding of the value of your claim before deciding when (and if) to settle.
#5: You Can Hire an Experienced Augusta Personal Injury Lawyer at No Out-of-Pocket Cost
Given all of the challenges involved in filing a successful personal injury claim, it is important to have an experienced lawyer on your side. Fortunately, you can hire an experienced Augusta personal injury lawyer at no out-of-pocket cost. Our firm handles all cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means we only collect a fee if we help you recover just compensation.
What Can You Expect When You Choose Us to Represent You?
When you have a personal injury claim, it is important to set realistic expectations. But, it is also important to make sure you expect enough out of your law firm. Pursuing a personal injury claim is a serious matter with long-term consequences, so you need to know that your law firm is capable of representing you effectively.
What can you expect when you choose our firm to represent you? As your personal injury law firm, we will:
Help You Understand Your Situation
We will take the time to make sure that you thoroughly understand your situation. We will answer all of your questions, and we will explain everything you need to know as you begin the recovery process.
Go Over Your Options in Detail
Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may have a variety of options available. We will go over your options in detail so that you know exactly what will be involved in asserting your legal rights.
Help You Make the Right Decisions for Your Family
After providing you with the information you need, we will help you make the right decisions for you and your family. This includes everything from deciding which claim (or claims) to file to deciding when (and if) to settle your personal injury case.
Deal with the Insurance Companies on Your Behalf
Due to the risks involved in dealing with the insurance companies, it is best to hire an experienced Augusta personal injury lawyer to handle the insurance companies for you. We will deal with the insurance companies on your behalf so that you don’t fall victim to their defense tactics.
Protect Your Legal Rights in Court if Necessary
Finally, while most of our clients’ personal injury cases settle, we will not hesitate to protect your legal rights in court if necessary. If the insurance companies refuse to settle for just compensation, we will fight for a favorable verdict at trial.
From car and truck accidents to cases of medical malpractice and nursing home negligence, we handle all types of personal injury cases in Augusta and the surrounding areas. If you are looking for an experienced and compassionate local lawyer, we encourage you to contact us for more information. Your initial consultation is completely free and confidential; and, after your initial consultation, you will feel confident that you have the information you need to make the right decisions about your next steps.
Schedule a Free Consultation with Augusta Personal Injury Lawyer Keith B. Johnson
Do you have a personal injury claim? If so, how much is your claim worth? To find out, contact us for your free initial consultation today. Call 706-426-4233 or request an appointment online to speak with Augusta personal injury lawyer Keith B. Johnson in confidence as soon as possible.
