Legal Advice - Adams and Jordan, Macon, GA
Things Not To Do After An Auto Accident - No one expects to be involved in a car accident so it’s very hard to be prepared for what to do after a car accident. Unfortunately, what you do, or don’t do, in the minutes, hours and days right after a car accident can have an impact on whether or not you receive compensation for the accident or how much compensation you ultimately receive. There are a number of common mistakes that people make after being involved in an accident that you should try to avoid if you ever find yourself in that situation. Not making a police report. When someone is involved in what they consider a minor traffic accident, they often fail to make a police report. Sometimes they don’t want to wait around for the police or they think it is unnecessary because there was not a lot of damage to the vehicles or the occupants. A police report can be extremely helpful to your case though if the other driver was at fault. Not getting witness information. People often think that witness information will be noted on the police report or they think that it was obvious who was at fault and witnesses aren’t necessary. While the police report MAY include witness information, you cannot count on the police officer to have gathered that info. Not getting immediate medical attention. Many people that do not require immediate transport to the hospital think they are better off just going home and resting. While this is a normal reaction to an accident, you may have injuries that you are unaware of, or injuries that will feel much worse the next day without medical treatment. Your lawyer will need to show that any injuries you have are directly related to the accident. The closer in time that you are evaluated and diagnosed with your injuries, the easier it will be to prove that they are the result of the other driver’s negligence. Talking to the insurance company. Many people think that it is harmless to accept that call from the other driver’s insurance company. Not true. Remember that the person calling you works for the other person’s insurance company. You may easily say something that they will try to use against you when it comes time to settle your case.
Personal Injury - A personal injury case is one in which a person is a victim of injury. The injury could be caused by a vehicle accident, medical malpractice, slip and fall injuries, dog bite injuries and a host of other injuries to your person.
If you or a loved one has been injured, even if you are not sure you have a case, you should contact a personal injury lawyer immediately. The State of Georgia has a time frame that is referred to as the statute of limitations – a set time frame in which you can have to file your personal injury claim. In addition, though you may think you are not hurt, there are things that can come up later. A lawsuit needs to be filed so that you may recover if an injury comes up later down the road. Common injuries that may not be noticeable at first include back injuries suffered in a vehicle accident or a slip and fall accident. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact Adams and Jordan today for a free consultation.
Wrongful Death - When bringing a wrongful death lawsuit, retain an experienced wrongful death lawyer to represent your interests. Do not wait until “things have settled down.” It is very important to preserve evidence, and the best way to do that is to get in touch with a wrongful death attorney within the first week of the death. Depending on the case at hand, family members and dependents might be compensated for financial losses, loss of the decedent’s services and loss of the decedent’s companionship. If the actions of the defendant are found to be negligent, it might be possible to recover punitive damages. If the death of your loved one was because of murder, homicide or manslaughter, it is possible to file a lawsuit in civil court for economic compensation in addition to criminal prosecution of the defendant by the District Attorney.
Big Truck Accidents - If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident, get the other driver’s insurance information, contact the police and call your insurance company. Make sure you get a copy of the police report, as it may be useful in a personal injury lawsuit. Because of the nature of a tractor-trailer, there may be extenuating circumstances in the interpretation of the accident scene. Contact Adams and Jordan as we have the experience in handling truck accidents and other trucking claims. You may also be entitled to compensation if you or a loved one was involved in a truck accident. Depending on the circumstances, whether there was negligence involved, or the damages were done intentionally, you may be entitled to punitive damages in addition to reimbursement for medical bills, a rental vehicle and loss of pay. Contact us if you or a loved one has been involved in a truck accident. Adams and Jordan offers free consultations for those involved in truck accidents.
At Adams and Jordan, we offer no cost initial consultations. Contact us today to learn more about your potential case.
