Personal Injury Lawyer in Marietta

Our personal injury attorneys do not charge upfront out-of-pocket fees, and you won’t have to pay a fee at all if the case is unsuccessful. The attorney’s fee and the costs of handling your case will be paid out of the settlement that you receive for the personal injury case.

Personal injury settlements are awarded on varied timelines depending on the extent of the injury and the number of parties involved. From the date of filing a complaint to the date of settlement, cases usually take six months to a year. Only a minority of personal injury lawsuits require two to three years to resolve. When settlements cannot easily be reached, our attorneys have the experience to take your case to trial.

In Georgia, injury lawsuits must be filed within two years of the date of the injury. Getting in touch with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible will ensure we have enough time to build a strong case. If you fail to file your lawsuit within this deadline, you could lose your rights to damages.

An injury claim’s value is affected by many factors such as insurance policies and state laws, as well as the specifics of your accident and injuries.

At Connelly Law, we are here to help you obtain legal justice and fair compensation for:

• Medical bills: We fight for compensation to cover medical bills including ambulance and hospital stays, and ongoing treatment
• Lost wages: If your injuries cause you to miss work or other income activities, we will fight to cover those lost wages
• Property damages: If your vehicle or property is damaged as a result of a crash, we will file an accident claim to cover repairs
• Pain and suffering: Including emotional distress, grief, and loss of companionship and other emotional aspects that cannot easily be quantified

An attorney will handle the legal process of a personal injury claim so that you can concentrate on your recovery. We will help you avoid mistakes that could hurt your chances of winning full compensation for your injuries, damages, and losses.

Personal injury attorneys are also familiar with the different laws governing accidents and injuries and know when it is necessary to prove fault or liability. A full investigation will be conducted to determine who is at fault and to gather all the necessary evidence to prove it.

Following an accident, it is vital that you gather as much information as possible. If you are not physically able to, consider calling a trusted family member or friend to help you.

Do:

• Call the police: The police will file a report, which will be important to include in your claim.
• Seek medical treatment: If you are injured, visit a doctor immediately. Call an ambulance if necessary. Be honest with your doctor about any issues or pain, even if you think they are minor.
• Document the scene: Take pictures of the scene, your injuries, and anything else you think could be relevant.
• Get contact information: Get the name, phone number, and license plate numbers (if involved in an auto accident) of the other party involved in the accident, as well as witness information.
• File a claim within the Statute of Limitations. In Georgia, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.
• Contact an experienced personal injury lawyer. To build your lawsuit, you need a professional who has your best interests in mind.

Don’t:

• Apologize or say, “It’s O.K.”: Although it is natural to want to apologize, this could be taken as an admission of fault.
• Leave the scene: Even if the accident is minor, do not leave the scene until you have the other driver’s contact information. If a police report is necessary, stay at the scene until law enforcement arrives.
• Talk to insurance companies: Insurance adjusters often pressure accident victims to sign medical releases and make statements that are not in their best interests. An adjuster may persuade a victim into accepting a settlement that will not cover the full extent of their injuries, lost wages, or pain and suffering.
• Sign releases without consulting an attorney: Always consult with a lawyer before signing releases because once you do, you cannot seek reimbursement for any additional treatment or other losses.