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Car accidents are one of the leading causes of severe injuries in Conyers. While some car accident injuries are serious from the start, others seem minor at first, only to develop into ongoing conditions with significant pain. These injuries can bring thousands of dollars in medical bills—and you may be unable to work. But you do not have to face these costs alone. A good Conyers car accident lawyer can help you recover money for your injuries.
At John Foy & Associates, we have a 20-year track record of getting accident victims the money they need to pursue the fullest recovery possible. We began as a small law office with a simple goal: to get accident victims a full financial recovery, so they can put their lives back on track. We have never strayed from that mission, and we are now one of the largest and most well respected law firms in the state. We’d like to give you a free consultation to talk about your case. Call us at 404-400-4000 and get your free consultation today.
How can a Conyers car accident lawyer help me?
We talk to many accident victims who think they don’t need a lawyer because the insurance company will take care of things. Sadly, this is almost never true. Insurance companies want to make a profit, and one of the ways they do this is to minimize the amount of money they pay in claims. This means that it’s unlikely the insurance company will pay you a fair amount on its own—unless you make them. Some of the insurance company tactics we’ve seen include:
- Being “friendly.” They’ll ask you how you’re feeling, and then use your answers against you when processing your claim.
- Offering money right away. That sounds like a good thing, until you learn that your injuries will cost far more than you originally thought. And if you take that quick cash, you’ll give up your right to recover more money later.
- Delaying. They’ll wait for months before doing anything at all. By then you may be feeling so much financial stress that you’ll accept the first offer they make.
- Blaming you. They may claim you caused the accident, or may question how serious your injuries really are.
Insurance companies have lots of lawyers to back them up in these schemes. But most accident victims don’t know the laws or the ways that insurance companies operate. Without a lawyer of your own, it’s hard to fight back. Often, an insurance company will make a better offer just because it knows you have a lawyer on your team.
How much money can I get in my car accident claim?
The exact amount of money you can recover depends on the circumstances of your accident and the injuries you suffered. However, most accident victims can recover these types of costs:
- Medical expenses
- The cost of prescribed medication
- Car repair expenses
- The cost of missing time from work
If you suffered an especially serious loss, such as the loss of a loved one’s life, severe long-term pain, or a permanent disability, you may be able to recover significantly more. We know that money cannot ever compensate you for a tragic and life-altering loss, but it can help you maintain financial stability while you focus on healing and moving toward the next phase of your life.
When is a car accident claim valid in Conyers?
Never talk yourself out of pursuing a car accident claim. It’s tempting to second-guess yourself or say the collision was just an accident, but legally, the accident was probably someone’s fault. Most likely, someone could have prevented it from happening—usually by driving more carefully or obeying traffic laws. This means someone was legally “negligent” and must pay for your costs.
Almost all types of car accidents can lead to valid claims. This includes:
- Head on collisions
- Rear end collisions
- “T-bone” collisions
- Accidents in fog, rain, ice or other hazardous conditions
- Distracted driving and texting accidents
- Drunk driving accidents
- Accidents due to defective parts such as tires
- Accidents causing whiplash
We are sometimes even able to recover money from hit and run drivers or drivers who didn’t have insurance.
Will I be forced to go to court?
Never. First, most of our cases are resolved without involving the courts at all. Second, in the rare case where an insurance company will not negotiate, it’s up to you to decide whether you want to file a lawsuit in the local courts. We will give you our opinion about your chances of success, and we have litigators to handle your case all the way to trial and beyond. However, the choice to go to court is always yours.
At John Foy & Associates, we begin every case with a thorough investigation into the cause of the crash and the types of injuries you suffered. We build a case based on police reports, witness statements and expert medical opinions—just as though we were planning to go to court. Then we take our case to the insurance company, and that’s often enough to persuade them to offer a fair amount of money.
What will a car accident lawyer cost me in Conyers?
At John Foy & Associates, we want to make it easy for you to get legal help right away. So we have a simple payment system:
- You can consult with us for free
- We won’t ask you to pay anythingout of pocket while we handle your case
- If we don’t win money for you, we won’t charge you anything at all
So how do we get paid? If we do win you money, we will take a percentage as our fee, and the rest goes to you. We think this is the fairest way to get you the quality legal representation you need.
Does Conyers have a deadline for filing car accident claims?
Yes. Both state and federal laws impose deadlines known as “statutes of limitations” in the City of Conyers. If you file your claim after the statute of limitations has expired, you will probably be unable to recover any money at all for your injuries.
- You may have as much as two years to file your claim
- Or, you may only have a few months
The best way to avoid giving up your rights is to consult with a good personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after your accident.
Talk to a Conyers Car Accident Lawyer for Free
A car accident can cause long-lasting injuries, but you don’t have to suffer financially. John Foy & Associates has a long track record of getting accident victims the money they are entitled to. Let us meet with you for a free consultation to explain how we can help you. Call us at 404-400-4000 or fill out the form to your right and get your FREE consultation today.
