Hurt In A Doraville GA Accident? Protect Your Rights Today By Calling The Millar Law Firm
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The Importance Of Hiring A Personal Injury Lawyer After An Accident
If you’ve been involved in an accident, you might not be thinking about hiring an attorney right away. Maybe your injuries don’t seem serious, or maybe you’ve been so seriously hurt you have too many other things on your mind, like getting out of the hospital and back to work.
When you’ve had a serious accident, you need to see an attorney as soon as possible. The Millar Law Firm has been helping people just like you get compensation for their injuries for more than 30 years. We know that you have questions after an accident, and we’re here to answer them. Call us at (770) 400-0000 or visit our live online chat. The initial consultation is free. We work on a contingency fee basis. We don’t get paid until your case settles.
What Makes The Millar Law Firm The Atlanta Metro Premium Go To Personal Injury Law Firm
The attorneys at The Millar Law Firm have been fighting and winning cases in the Atlanta Metro area for more than three decades. We’re well-known in the legal community and our fellow attorneys have voted us Atlanta Super Lawyers five years running!
We have offices in and around the Atlanta area so wherever you are, you can find an attorney who can give you the support and legal advice you need. We’re with you from the beginning to the end of your case, starting with the consultation and negotiations with the insurance company.
Here’s just a sample of what The Millar Law Firm attorneys will do for you.
Providing Compassionate Legal Support To Injury Victims
Dealing with insurance companies and attorneys is intimidating, especially when they start using legal jargon. Proximate cause? Comparative fault? What does all that mean? Luckily, our attorneys will take the time to explain all this to you, and what it means for your case.
As your case progresses, your legal team will always be available to answer any questions you have going forward. When it’s time to decide on a settlement, we’ll review the offer with you and let you know whether you should accept or not. Our attorneys always have your back no matter how long your claim may take.
Experience Handling Both Complex And Simple Injury Cases
Some people think their accident is “too small” to justify talking to an attorney. A few thousand dollars’ worth of damage and a sore neck doesn’t seem like something you need an attorney for.
The Millar Law Firm has experience with large and small personal injury claims. Even with “small” claims, you’re entitled to the full extent of your damages. You can file a claim for:
- Medical bills, lost wages, and any future costs
- Pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and mental anguish
- Possible punitive damages
Let us review your case and give you the best options for how to proceed. The initial consultation is free. We will let you know possible legal outcomes and what alternatives you have.
Experience At Collecting And Presenting Qualified Evidence
Insurance companies demand “proof” of your claim. They’ll want to see your medical bills and paycheck stubs to support your claims of lost income and injury. The Millar Law Firm can help you by explaining what you need to assemble to strengthen your case.
If there are witnesses to your accident, our attorneys can locate them. We will interview those witnesses and see if what they saw helps your case.
Gathering evidence is only one side of the equation. Once we have it, evidence must be presented to the court if your case goes to trial. Not all evidence is trial-worthy, or “relevant” in legal terms. Your legal team reviews everything that is part of your case and determines what evidence best supports your claim and which will not be relevant to the court.
Effective And Successful Negotiating Tactics With The Insurance Company
When you file a claim, the insurance company adjuster will call with an initial offer. If you don’t accept, the company will continue to press you to accept. These tactics sometimes work with victims who don’t have attorneys to take calls from the insurance companies.
When it’s time to talk numbers, The Millar Law Firm has an outstanding record of winning cases for our clients. Whether it’s a settlement or a trial, we have all the facts on our side, and we negotiate the maximum available settlement for you. We have recovered more than $200 million for our clients, and insurance companies know we have the skills to win.
Act Fast After An Accident—Get Free Legal Help Today
You only have a limited time to file an insurance claim or legal action after an accident. Georgia’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years, and those years can go by quickly if you’re still recovering from your accident.
Visit our Doraville Georgia office to discuss your personal injury claim. The consultation is free. We take cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning we don’t get paid until your case settles. Visit our online chat, or call us at Call (770) 400-0000 to discuss your case today.
FAQs About Personal Injury Legal Claims
Since their insurance already accepted fault, will that make my claim process easier?
Georgia is an “at-fault” state, meaning that the person who caused an accident pays for the victim’s damages. If the insurer accepts fault, there is less need for investigation and negotiation. If there is an acceptance of fault, you will still need to prove your damages and any other losses.
If the insurance company accepts liability, is the next step proving the full extent of the accident related costs?
If the other company accepts liability, then you still need to prove your total losses. You’ll need to provide proof of your medical bills, lost wages or income, and any future expenses you want to claim.
How do I ensure the insurance company doesn’t undervalue my claim?
If you’re concerned about the company undervaluing your claim, you need a good legal team at your back. You must have evidence that shows:
- Your total medical costs, including doctor’s bills, hospital costs, future expenses such as possible surgery or additional therapy
- Lost wages, loss of income, and lost opportunities
- Lost property not covered by other insurance
You need an attorney to review any offers made by the insurance company so you don’t accept a “lowball” offer and don’t succumb to high-pressure scare tactics.
What happens if the insurance company delays processing my claim?
If you think the insurance company is intentionally delaying your claim, you need legal advice if you haven’t contacted an attorney already. Of course, it can take time to process complex insurance claims. But if you believe you’re being given the runaround, you should speak to an attorney immediately.
Some signs the company is stalling your claim can include:
- Not returning phone calls or emails
- Constant requests for more documentation or the same documentation
- Repeated changes of adjusters
- Repeated investigations
If you think this is happening to your claim, you need legal help right away.
If the insurance company refuses to settle what are my legal options?
If you have an attorney, they will tell you your alternatives and recommend a course of action. If you don’t have one, you should seek legal advice right away. Some of your alternatives may include:
- Filing a complaint with the state insurance board
- Filing a bad faith lawsuit against the insurer
- Filing a claim for breach of contract
Don’t wait too long since most states have statutes of limitation for filing against your insurance company for failure to pay claims.
