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Personal Injury Lawyer in Savannah
In the blink of an eye, an accident can change your life forever. Whether it’s a serious injury that significantly alters your life or a minor accident that leads to medical bills and lost wages, you deserve justice. The party that inflicted this change should be held responsible for their actions — and you should receive compensation for what you have been forced to endure.
PERSONAL INJURY: MORE THAN AN INJURY
Recovery from your personal injury is important, and recovery involves more than the physical pain you have experienced. Whether it is a slip-and-fall accident at a grocery store, a pedestrian accident during a night out, or an injury caused by simply doing your job, you may also need recovery in the following areas:
- Medical expenses. Even a small injury can lead to staggering medical bills, which many people have to go into debt to pay. Use your settlement to cover this expense.
- Lost wages and/or employment. An injury can lead to missed days at work or even the loss of your job. You worked hard for your employment — use your settlement to make up for lost time.
- Damage to your property. Your property, like your car or your home, may have been damaged due to the incident.
- Pain and Suffering. You may experience powerful emotions as a result of your injury. Emotional distress can even cause Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and more.
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DETERMINING PERSONAL INJURY FAULT IN GEORGIA
A common question in personal injury lawsuits is, "Can the other party blame me for the incident?" For example, if you were hit by a car while jaywalking as a pedestrian and filed a personal injury claim, could the driver shift the blame to you?
Georgia’s comparative fault law offers protection in situations like this. The court doesn’t just assign fault to one party; it evaluates how much fault each party shares. In the example above, the court might find you 30% at fault due to jaywalking. If the total settlement is $100,000, you would receive $70,000, or 70%, reflecting your share of the fault.
In Georgia, you have two years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury lawsuit, with certain exceptions outlined in section 9-3-99. However, we recommend starting your case as soon as possible to expedite the process and help secure the settlement you deserve. Contact our Savannah personal injury attorney today to discuss your case and ensure you receive the compensation you're entitled to.
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If you were recently involved in an accident that left you with painful injuries, you need someone with an in-depth understanding of the law so that you can recover compensation for what you’ve been through. The law office of Justin T. Jones, PC will come by your side to help you recover — physically, emotionally, and financially. Contact us today to get started.