Key Takeaways:
- If your family member was injured and doesn’t speak English, you can help them file a personal injury claim on their behalf.
- Georgia law allows relatives or legal representatives to speak with attorneys and assist in communication.
- Language should never be a barrier to justice—especially when someone is injured and scared.
- Hines Law has a bilingual legal team that serves the Latino community with respect and compassion.
- We fight for maximum compensation while making the process simple and accessible for Spanish-speaking families.
Can I Help a Family Member File a Personal Injury Claim?
Yes. If your parent, spouse, grandparent, or sibling was hurt in a car accident, workplace injury, or other incident—but can’t speak English—you can help them file a claim.
You do not need to be a lawyer or have special documents to:
- Set up a consultation
- Help them explain what happened
- Translate medical or insurance forms
- Communicate with our office on their behalf
At Hines Law, we work with entire families—not just individual clients—because we know that injuries affect the whole household.
Language Barriers Shouldn’t Block Legal Help
In Georgia, thousands of Latino workers and elders speak only Spanish or limited English. That shouldn’t stop anyone from receiving justice.
We see it all the time:
- A mother injured in a car crash is too scared to talk to insurance.
- A father who slipped at work doesn’t want to call a lawyer because he can’t speak English.
- A grandparent hit by a careless driver doesn’t understand the paperwork being mailed to the house.
That’s where you come in—as the bilingual voice for your family member. And that’s where we come in—to make sure they’re treated fairly, with dignity.
Who Can Speak on Behalf of an Injured Person?
Georgia law allows:
- A next of kin (spouse, child, or sibling)
- A legal guardian
- A bilingual family member or friend to assist with communication
In cases involving children, elders, or people who are incapacitated, you may be able to sign documents, gather records, and help manage the case—especially if your loved one gives permission or you have legal authority.
Our bilingual team will guide you on what’s needed and what’s allowed. We won’t let language get in the way of your rights.
What If My Family Member Is Afraid to Speak to a Lawyer?
Many undocumented or older Spanish-speaking individuals are afraid of:
- Getting in trouble for speaking up
- Being deported
- Having to go to court or face government questions
Here’s the truth:
- Immigration status does not affect your right to file a personal injury claim in Georgia.
- Hines Law is here to protect, not report.
- Most injury cases settle out of court—no judge or jury needed.
- Your lawyer is on your side, always.
We’ve helped countless clients overcome fear and get the care and compensation they need.
Common Situations Where Family Members Help File Claims
- Car accidents where the injured person only speaks Spanish and needs a child or sibling to translate
- Poultry plant or factory injuries in Gainesville, Dalton, or Marietta
- Elderly fall injuries where an adult child helps gather paperwork and communicate with doctors
- Slip and fall or store injuries involving non-English speakers
- Pedestrian or bicycle crashes in metro Atlanta involving Spanish-speaking victims
In all these situations, our team welcomes your support as a translator, advocate, or family contact.
How Hines Law Serves Spanish-Speaking Families
Here’s how we make legal help easier for Latino and Spanish-speaking communities:
- Full bilingual legal team—attorneys, case managers, and intake specialists
- Offices in Gainesville, Dalton, Marietta, Austell, Jonesboro, and Atlanta
- We answer calls and WhatsApp messages in Spanish 24/7
- We explain everything clearly—no confusing legal terms
- We work with the whole family, not just the individual
- No cost unless we win
We take extra time to build trust, answer questions, and keep your loved one informed—in their language.
Steps to Start the Claim on Their Behalf
- Call or message us to set up a consultation (free, no pressure)
- Tell us what happened—we’ll ask about the accident or injury
- Provide any documents or photos (insurance info, medical records)
- We’ll speak directly with your loved one in Spanish when ready
- We start building the case and take over communication with the insurance companies
You don’t have to know everything—we’ll guide you through it all.
FAQ – Helping Family With a Personal Injury Claim
Can I be the translator during the entire case?
Yes. Many of our clients rely on a family member to help interpret. We also have Spanish-speaking staff to support both of you.
Do I need power of attorney to help?
No, not for setting up the case or assisting with communication. For certain decisions, we’ll guide you if anything formal is needed.
What if my family member is undocumented?
That’s not a problem. We have represented hundreds of undocumented clients. Immigration status is not relevant to personal injury compensation.
How much does it cost?
There’s no upfront cost. We only get paid if we win compensation for your family.
Let Hines Law Help You Help Your Family
If someone you love is hurt, and they don’t speak English, you can still get them help—right now.
We speak your language. We understand your culture. We fight for your family like it’s our own.
- Call or WhatsApp us today
- Free consultation in Spanish or English
- No win = no fee
- Local offices near you in Gainesville, Marietta, and beyond
Yo Soy Tu Abogado. Let’s take care of your family—together.