Car accidents can be financially devastating. After an ambulance ride, the last thing you need to think about is how you can afford transportation to the hospital. We strongly encourage you to reach out to a car accident lawyer in Georgia who can help you wade through this process. Paying the Bills Suppose you were …
What You Need to Know About Personal Injuries in Georgia
When you experience a personal injury, figuring out how to handle an accident claim and deal with insurance companies can seem impossible. Laws in Georgia are complicated, and sometimes it's hard to know where to start. John Foy & Associates wants to help you with your personal injury claim so you can focus on resting and healing.
Read through our FAQ on personal injuries to find valuable information that you need to know.
The personal injury lawyers at John Foy & Associates are here to make sure you know how to handle a settlement. Depending on where an accident happens and who is at fault, you may be eligible for compensation. Recovery can be difficult and costly between damages, medical bills, and lost work. You deserve a personal injury attorney who is looking out for you.
At John Foy & Associates, we'll walk you through every step of the process of your claim. We won't charge you anything unless we win your case. Read up on some frequently asked questions about personal injuries to find out how to prevent an accident and what you need to do if you're involved in one.
After that, call John Foy & Associates at (404) 400-4000 for a free consultation.
What Are the 3 Types of Torts?
When someone acts in a way that causes harm to you, your property, or your dignity, perhaps through a car accident or slanderous accusations, you may be entitled to compensation under Georgia’s tort laws. To collect the compensation you deserve, seek representation from a John Foy & Associates personal injury lawyer. Tort law can be …
How Long After Deposition Does It Take to Settle?
When it comes to judicial procedures, the deposition is a significant step. This formal event involves witnesses giving sworn statements under oath, which are later potentially used as trial evidence. Following such proceedings, both parties often show a keen interest in achieving a resolution and concluding the personal injury case. However, the timeline to reach …
Should You Hire a Lawyer for a Deposition?
Depositions are a highly stressful part of any lawsuit, where you will be expected to be put on the spot and answer numerous questions over the course of several hours. Trying to be deposed alone is a bad idea because skilled attorneys can take advantage of you by asking you questions meant to elicit answers …
What Is Mediation in a Personal Injury Case?
Personal injury disputes typically evoke images of intense courtroom battles, featuring lawyers fervently making their case in front of a judge and jury. However, this isn’t the only path available for resolving these issues. Serving as a harmonious alternative, mediation brings the disputing parties of a personal injury case to the negotiation table, guided by …
Negotiating a Settlement with an Insurance Company
When you have suffered debilitating injuries and are pursuing a personal injury claim, one of the most popular ways of recovering compensation is through an insurance settlement. However, negotiating with the insurance company is not going to be easy. It is a profit-driven industry that prioritizes its financial interests above all else. If you hope …
Can I Still Sue Even if I Signed a Waiver?
If you have ever gone skiing, zip-lining, attended classes at a gym, enjoyed rides at an amusement park, or participated in other adventurous activities, you almost definitely had to sign a waiver protecting the company host from liability should you sustain an injury during the activity. But what if you do get hurt and face …
What Is a Release of All Claims Form in a Settlement?
When you have been injured in an accident and are offered a settlement by the at-fault party’s insurance company, before you cash the settlement check, the company will probably require you to see a “release of all claims form.” Unless you have consulted with a personal injury attorney, it is in your best interest not …
How Long does It Take to Settle Claims with Allstate?
In many cases of personal injury, the victims are able to assert and pursue claims against an insurance company. Allstate is one of the most recognized and popular insurance companies in the country which claims to have over 16 million customers. If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, there is a good chance …
What Not to Say During a Deposition
A deposition can be stressful and intimidating. If you attend a deposition, you must plan accordingly. Otherwise, you risk giving away too much information and inadvertently hurting your case. At John Foy & Associates, we help clients deal with depositions in Georgia personal injury lawsuits. If you want help preparing for a deposition, one of …
Average Settlement for Post-Concussion Syndrome
When you have been diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome (PCS), you may experience significant and debilitating symptoms, including depression, anxiety, dizziness, irritability, and headaches. The symptoms and effects of PCS could have a substantial impact on your life. When someone else is responsible for causing your injuries, you may have the opportunity to bring them to …
What Medical Conditions Qualify for Long-Term Disability?
Long-term disability is an insurance plan that provides income to you when you cannot work due to an injury or illness that will last for quite a long time. It can be tricky to know what is technically considered a long-term disability versus what is a short-term disability. Most medical conditions defined as fatal or …
Do I Have to Have a Police Report Before I Can Hire a Lawyer?
While you don’t need a police report of your personal injury accident to hire a lawyer, it is immensely beneficial to have one on file before hiring a lawyer. You can retain legal counsel at any time you wish. Still, the faster you get a police report and other critical pieces of evidence ready, the …
How Long does a Settlement Negotiation Take?
No two accident cases take the same amount of time to resolve. If you want to file a personal injury claim to seek compensation for accident-related losses, you can expect to spend months arguing for your right to financial support. That said, the process can prove simpler — and faster — when you have an …
How do Settlements Get Paid?
If you are the victim of an accident someone else caused, you have the right to seek financial compensation for your injury-related costs. You can file a lawsuit to recover your damages, but it’s usually not necessary. An insurance policy typically covers situations where injuries happen. You can often file a claim with the responsible …
How Can Accident Injuries Be Recovered?
Recovering from an accident takes time and patience. Waiting for things to get back to normal can be overwhelming. It’s even worse if you know someone else was responsible. After the incident, you might wonder how you can recover your accident injuries and costs. If someone else caused your accident, you have legal rights. You …
Do Insurance Companies Settle Accident Claims Before They Go to Court?
After an accident someone else caused, you can seek compensation in one of two ways: through a personal injury insurance settlement or a civil lawsuit in court. Most of the time, insurance companies will try to settle accident claims outside of court. Lawsuits are lengthy and expensive. An insurance company knows it’s likely to pay …
What Is the First Step for an Injury Lawsuit?
A personal injury lawsuit can begin after someone causes an injury. The injured party can file a suit to seek compensation for their costs. The first step of an injury lawsuit is the “complaint.” This article will cover what you need to know about filing a lawsuit. After the first step, there are other actions …
Do I Have a Valid Injury Claim?
If someone else’s actions injured you, you might have a valid injury claim. However, every situation is different. Our lawyers provide general information on how injury claims work. There are a few factors to consider to know if you have a case. It’s best to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer. A lawyer can …
What Type of Doctor Should I See After a Car Accident?
Car accident injuries can range from minor bruising to serious, life-threatening conditions. No matter how severe your injuries, you’ll need to see a doctor who can properly evaluate and treat you. And if the other driver was at fault for the accident, you may be entitled to compensation from their insurance company. Seeing a doctor …