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Filing a personal injury case in Georgia or Tennessee involves several important steps. While the process is similar in both states, there are some key legal differences to be aware of.

Steps to File a Personal Injury Case:

• Seek Medical Attention:
  • Your health comes first. Always get treated right away, and keep records of your medical visits and expenses.
• Consult a Personal Injury Attorney:
  • An experienced attorney can help evaluate your case, gather evidence, and protect your rights throughout the process.
• Investigation and Evidence Gathering:
  • This includes collecting accident reports, photos, witness statements, medical records, and other key documentation.
• File a Claim:
  • Your attorney may begin by filing a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company and attempt to negotiate a settlement.
• File a Lawsuit (if necessary):
  • If a fair settlement cannot be reached, a formal lawsuit may be filed in civil court.

Statute of Limitations:

• In Georgia, you typically have 2 years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit.
• In Tennessee, the statute of limitations is generally 1 year from the date of injury.

If your accident was minor and did not result in any injuries, you may be able to file a claim and handle the process on your own. But if your car crash resulted in injury or significant vehicle damage, it is best to see legal representation from a car accident lawyer.

Our team will help maximize the compensation you receive, offering trusted legal advice each step of the way.

Because of their severity, catastrophic injuries typically lead to larger settlements than other personal injury claims. For this reason, the at-fault party’s insurance company may fight harder, requiring lengthy negotiations to reach a fair settlement agreement. Damages may include the following: past and future medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of earning potential, and more.

If someone else’s negligence or intent to harm resulted in your loved one’s death, you may be entitled to compensation for the economic and non-economic damages incurred by their death.

Yes and no. Like other personal injury claims, boating accidents are most often caused by someone else’s negligence. Getting maximum compensation for your accident injuries may require the help of an experienced boating accident lawyer, especially if there is a dispute over who caused the accident.

But there are also boat-specific aspects to your case, like reckless boating and improper vessel maintenance. These issues are in addition to those commonly found in other accidents that occur on land.