Augusta
General Negligence Lawyer

Accidents happen, and we all must endure them in our lives. But when you are hurt because of the careless actions of another person, that’s another story. Your injury might mean expensive medical bills, time away from work, mounting debt, and the inability to care for your family. 

You shouldn’t have to pay for an accident that wasn’t your fault. If you have been hurt due to another person’s negligence, you have the right to pursue damages. An Augusta general negligence lawyer will fight for the compensation you deserve.  

Our team at John Foy & Associates has over 350 years of combined experience advocating for the rights of injured accident victims. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and find out how our Augusta personal injury lawyers can help. 

What Is General Negligence?

General negligence occurs when one party fails to exercise reasonable care and harms another person or their property. It can apply to many accidents and the resulting injuries and damages and may be the basis for insurance claims and legal action. 

Four main elements are necessary to prove general negligence: 

• Duty of Care: The at-fault party had a responsibility to act in a manner that would prevent harm to others.
• Breach of Duty: The at-fault party failed to fulfill that responsibility and acted carelessly.
• Causation: Their carelessness directly led to harm or damage.
• Damages: The victim experienced actual harm, such as injury or property damage. 

General negligence doesn’t require intent. The liable party may not have been trying to hurt anyone. However, if their actions were careless enough to harm someone and could have been avoided, they often fall under general negligence.

Do You Have a General Negligence Case?

If you were injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, there is a good chance you have a general negligence case. Our general negligence lawyers in Augusta can investigate your accident and uncover who is liable for your injuries. 

Some examples of accidents and negligent parties include:

• Car Accidents: If a driver runs a red light because they are distracted by their phone and crashes into another vehicle, that driver is negligent because they did not exercise reasonable care while driving.
• Truck Accidents: The drivers of large semi-trucks have a duty to operate safely, and the trucking company must ensure their trucks are fit for the road.
• Slip–and–Fall Accidents: If a property owner fails to clean up spilled liquid on the floor or repair a broken sidewalk, and someone slips and gets injured, that property owner did not fulfill their duty to maintain a safe environment.
• Medical Negligence: If a doctor prescribes the wrong medication or fails to follow proper procedures during surgery, resulting in harm to a patient, that doctor has failed to meet the standard of care expected in their profession.
• Dog Bites: Dog owners are responsible for securing their pets and taking precautions to ensure they do not cause harm to others. If they are negligent in this responsibility, they can be held liable for injuries caused by their pets.
• Product Liability: When a company sells a defective product that causes injury, it is negligent for failing to ensure the product’s safety before it goes to market.

How a Lawyer Can Help

In most circumstances, when you are injured in an accident, you will need to file a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company. They may deny your claim, try to convince you to accept a settlement that is less than you need, or use other tactics to delay or refuse your claim. 

Don’t try to deal with powerful insurance companies alone. Our Augusta general negligence attorneys are accustomed to dealing with insurance companies, and we know how they operate. We can keep your case on track while you concentrate on healing.  

We can handle the paperwork, file your claim, and ensure you meet important deadlines. We can also help you avoid common errors that could prevent you from getting maximum compensation. 

Accident Investigation

We’ll investigate what happened by interviewing witnesses, reviewing important evidence, and possibly visiting the scene. You can help by providing us with an accurate account of how the accident happened from your perspective. We want to identify all liable parties so we can devise a strategy for your case.

Compensation Assessment

We will calculate your maximum compensation based on your damages. While every case is different, this may include:

• Medical expenses such as doctor visits, surgery, medications, physical therapy, or emergency room care
• Future medical expenses such as upcoming procedures and long-term medications
• Lost wages to make up for the earnings you missed when you were unable to work
• Property damage, if applicable
• Non-economic damages such as pain and suffering and emotional distress

Settlement Negotiation

We’ll deal with the insurance companies so you don’t have to. We’ll negotiate for a fair settlement that will meet your needs. Hopefully, this will be all it takes to get the money you need and close your case so you can move on with your life. 

Civil Representation

If the insurance providers still won’t do the right thing after good faith negotiations, we’ll be ready to take the next step. We can file a civil suit on your behalf and let a court decide your award. 

Get Help From an Augusta General Negligence Attorney

It only takes one accident to sideline you for weeks or months due to an injury. You may be unable to work, leading to mounting debts. If another person is responsible for the accident, you deserve compensation for your injuries and expenses. 

When you are injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, our Augusta general negligence attorneys can help you get the money you need to begin healing and getting your life back together. 

At John Foy & Associates, we have recovered over $1 billion in awards and settlements for injured accident victims like you. When you are injured, get The Strong Arm. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and tell us what happened.