If you have been injured by a drunk or impaired driver in McDonough or the greater Atlanta area, you need an experienced and aggressive personal injury lawyer to fight for your rights. The Millar Law Firm’s attorneys have been representing victims of DUI accidents in Georgia for over 30 years with a proven track record of success. The wealth of experience and practical knowledge we bring to the table makes winning a full and fair settlement easier and more effective.
The Millar Law Firm is focused entirely on personal injury, using our vast experience, time, and resources to give your case the attention it deserves. Unlike firms that treat cases like a production line, we treat every case as personal. You are more than just a number to us. We understand that you’re going through a tough time, and with decades of experience handling DUI accident injuries, we are committed to providing the best possible service. We will keep you updated, answer all your questions, and help you find resources to meet your financial needs as your case progresses.
Call us today at 770-400-0000 and we can begin working on your case today!
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Hit by a Drunk Driver? Your Claim Deserves an Expert
There are many reasons why working with the Millar Law Firm, McDonough DUI accident lawyers can make the process less stressful and more effective when pursuing your DUI injury case. Here are just a few of the factors that make us ideal partners in your claim.
- Negotiating Experience: The Millar Law Firm’s lawyers bring extensive experience in negotiating with insurance companies. We know how to communicate the strength of your case to insurance carriers, ensuring you receive the maximum compensation you deserve.
- Knowledge of Georgia Laws: Our lawyers possess a deep understanding of Georgia DUI laws and use that expertise to aggressively fight for your rights.
- 30 Years of Experience: With over 30 years of experience handling DUI accident cases, our expertise in both the law and the legal process in Georgia, provides you with unmatched representation.
- Recovering All of Your Damages: We accurately include the full damages caused by the drunk driver, including medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other often overlooked damages, ensuring you are fully compensated.
- Knowledge of Local Courts: We are based in the McDonough community and are familiar with Georgia’s local courts. The Millar Law Firm leverages our connections and insights into the Georgia legal system to navigate your case efficiently and secure your best possible outcome.
The Right Lawyer for Your DUI Claim
1. We don't settle for less
Insurance companies always try to minimize payouts and protect their profits. The Millar Law Firm has a thorough understanding of what you are entitled to when you are injured in a DUI accident. We work to get you the compensation you deserve, directly impacting your recovery and future. Our focus is your best interest.
2. We collect essential evidence
Proving the at-fault driver was impaired is central to winning a DUI injury case. We know that every DUI accident is different, and that's why we take the time to conduct an exhaustive investigation of your case. The Millar Law Firm has the ability to gather all the evidence, including police reports, 911 call recordings, body cam footage, witness statements, medical records, and financial records. If it is necessary, we also work with accident reconstruction experts to determine and prove the cause of the accident.
3. We Know DUI Accident Law Inside and Out
In the past three decades, we’ve probably battled every imaginable legal challenge in Georgia. When it comes to aggressively fighting for our clients, we have a deep reservoir of knowledge of Georgia laws and legal precedents. We use this practical experience on behalf of our clients to represent you and act as your trusted advisor throughout your accident claim.
4. We never defend drunk drivers
In our three decades of law practice the Millar Law Firm has never defended a drunk or impaired driver. Our services are and always have been focused on helping the victims who have been harmed.
5. Confidence
The Millar Law Firms is confident in our ability to get you the maximum compensation possible. We have a proven track record of success, and we will fight for your rights every step of the way. We can help you manage the incredible stress that comes with a traumatic accident claim. All of this gives YOU the confidence you need as you move forward with your life.
No Fee Unless We Win Your Accident Case
The Millar Law Firm understands that as the victim of a drunk or drugged driver, you may be facing increasing medical expenses and bills, lost pay, and an uncertain financial future. That is why our firm handles all injury cases on a contingency fee, which means that you pay us nothing and owe us no fees until and unless we win your case.
A contingency fee means that the payment arrangement is contingent upon us winning your case. We do not charge an up-front or hourly fee. This saves you financial stress. We partner with you to receive a percentage of your settlement or verdict, but only if your case is a success. If we do not recover money for you, you will owe us nothing.
Understanding Your Rights
As the victim of a DUI accident, it is important that you fully understand your rights to compensation under Georgia law. Suing a drunk driver is an important way to protect your rights, seek justice, and receive compensation when recovering from an accident caused by another driver’s reckless behavior.
- Compensation for Damages. Drunk or impaired drivers need to be held accountable for the harm they cause. By suing for damages, we ensure you get compensation for not only medical bills, property damages and lost wages but pain and suffering.
- Deterrence and Accountability: Suing drunk drivers holds them legally responsible for their actions and sends a strong message to others that impaired driving has serious consequences. Defendants can be subject to criminal charges and successful prosecution can provide you with a sense of justice.
- Punitive Damages: In Georgia, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is willful and wanton conduct. Courts can award punitive damages, above and beyond medical expenses, property damages, and lost wages, because of the at-fault driver’s reckless behavior.
- Your Advocate: The legal professionals at the Millar Law Firm advocate for you throughout the claim process. We stand firmly with accident victims and ensure your case has the best possible outcome.
Partnering with The Millar Law Firm
When you call The Millar Law Firm for your free first consultation, you’ll begin the process of arming yourself for the battle ahead. You’ll speak to an intake specialist who will take a brief history of your claim.
The intake specialist will then schedule a consultation for you with members of our legal team. At that meeting you will explore not only the facts around your claim, but also the options you have for proceeding. We will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of your claim, as well as learn about timelines and possible compensation. Our goal for that meeting is to provide you with a roadmap of the journey to your settlement so that you’ll know what’s ahead when you leave that first consultation.
Negotiations with the insurance company are handled by the Millar Law Firm to ensure you're not pressured into a bad deal. Insurance companies may hire independent medical examiners to minimize your injuries or claim that you’re not as hurt as you say. This can be especially tough if you’re still recovering from the trauma and aren’t in the best position to defend yourself. Never speak to the insurance company without an attorney present, as they may try to use your vulnerability to settle for less.
Sometimes DUI cases go to trial when a fair settlement can’t be reached. This shows the insurance company you’re serious about getting what you deserve. In our over 30 years of practicing personal injury law, we’ve developed an expertise that gives our clients the edge over insurance company lawyers.
The Millar Law Firm is part of your support network as you recover from your accident. As such we work to give our clients the same customer service we would provide to our own families. We work on clear and concise communications. Your calls and questions matter to us. This means we work to reduce telephone hold times, calling our clients back quickly, and supplying you with frequent case updates. We know there are lots of Atlanta law firms to choose from. When you choose us to represent you, we aim to make you happy.
Pursuing Claims Against Providers of Alcohol
When a drunk driver causes an accident, he or she may not be to the only party responsible for causing your injuries. Georgia has laws known as Dram Shop liability. Under Georgia Dram shop laws, it may be possible to hold businesses or individuals who provided alcohol to the drunk driver responsible if they provided alcohol to someone who was visibly intoxicated or under the age of 21, who then caused your accident. In addition to bars, restaurants and stores selling alcohol, in some cases social hosts, such as a party host, or a homeowner may be responsible for your injuries. Our injury lawyers will investigate and pursue dram shop claims for you.
Benefits of Working with The Millar Law Firm
- No financial risk: You pursue Justice for yourself and your family with no worries about paying for a top-quality law firm.
- Access to top legal representation: Our 30-plus years of experience and contingency fee structure allows you to afford top-quality legal representation.
- We have the same interests: The Millar Law Firm only gets paid when you get paid. We are here to maximize your compensation.
- Peace of mind: You can focus on recovering while we handle the insurance company and the investigation.
- No upfront costs: We advance all case expenses, including the costs of investigation, medical records, expert witness fees, filing fees, and more.