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Car Accidents

NEGLIGENCE IN CAR ACCIDENTS

The following factors may be considered negligence:

  • Driving Speed: A person driving either too fast or too slow may cause an accident.
  • Drunk Driving (DUI)
  • Failure to observe traffic ordinances such as stop signs, red traffic lights, and other traffic signs
  • Reckless or careless driving
  • Failure to use headlights
  • Text messaging or talking on a cell phone

THE CORRECT STEPS TO TAKE AFTER AN AUTO ACCIDENT!!!

When you’ve been involved in a car accident, it can be physically and emotionally stressful. You can be disoriented and confused. But it’s important to stay calm and keep your head on straight. Here are some important steps you can take after a car accident.

1. STAY SAFE

Find a safe place to pull over and call the police.

2. GATHER ALL PERTINENT INFORMATION

Get the name, contact information, and insurance information of the other driver. You should also get the contact information of any passengers involved in the accident and any witnesses who may have seen what happened

3. DOCUMENT THE SCENE-TAKE PHOTOS/VIDEOS

Use your phone to take pictures of the scene, any property damage, and any injuries. You should also take a picture of the other car’s license plate. Take a picture and video of all cars involved in the crash. Call a friend if needed to help assist.

4. GET MEDICAL TREATMENT IMMEADIATELY

DO NOT WAIT days later after you have been involved in the accident to receive medical treatment. If you’ve been critically injured, you will most likely be taken from the scene by ambulance. However, even if you feel that you haven’t been seriously injured, you should still seek medical treatment as soon as possible. Some injuries don’t present themselves right away, and you want to make sure you have documentation of any injuries.

5. DON’T TALK TO THE INSURANCE COMPANY

The other driver’s insurance company will probably try to contact you and get you to make a statement about what happened. Remember that the insurance company is not on your side and that your words may be used against you later regarding an insurance claim. The insurance company will want to record you, and have you sign various legal and medical releases.

6. CONTACT YOUR GEORGIA CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

Our experienced and trusted GEORGIA car accident lawyers can deal with the insurance company and help you pursue the maximum compensation for your car accident. The car accident lawyers at CHRISTINA GILL P.C. are here to help you through the process. We’d be happy to evaluate your case for free and answer any questions you may have. Let us show you how we can help. Contact us or call 1-844-404-4ATL(4285) to schedule your free, immediate, and no-obligation telephone consultation.

WHAT KINDS OF DAMAGES CAN YOU RECOVER FOR CAR ACCIDENT INJURIES?

If you’ve suffered injuries from a car accident, you may be able to recover several types of damages. At the top of the list are medical expenses, but you may also claim damages that can’t necessarily be quantified – such as pain and suffering.

MEDICAL EXPENSES

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, your injuries can be as minor as a few bruises and some soreness or as serious as head trauma, internal bleeding or permanent disability. Some of these injuries require around-the-clock medical care, which can quickly escalate your costs.

MEDICAL EXPENSES CAUSED BY CAR ACCIDENTS CAN INCLUDE:

  • Ambulance fees
  • Permanent disability
  • In-home services
  • Physical or cognitive therapy

LOST WAGES

Some injuries sustained in a car accident may keep you from returning to work in a timely manner, resulting in a loss of work wages. Injuries that require continuous care may cause you to step out of work for doctor and physical therapy appointments. In regards to lost wages, you must prove that the injuries you suffered hinder on your ability to earn money in the future.

PAIN AND SUFFERING

In addition to mental or physical distress, pain and suffering damages can also include emotional suffering caused directly by the car accident. Pain and suffering is based on the type of injury, its seriousness and any future pain that is associated with the injury.

Loss of Affection or Companionship

Some injuries can deprive you and a spouse of the ability to show affection, also known as “loss of consortium.” This type of damage is unlike others in that it is claimed by the uninjured spouse, but the damages cannot be recovered if you don’t recover damages for your own injuries.