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If you’ve been involved in a car accident caused by someone else’s reckless or negligent actions, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone.
At Hines Law, we understand how a serious crash can change your life in an instant. From physical pain and emotional stress to missed time from work and uncertainty about what comes next, it can feel overwhelming. That’s why our experienced personal injury attorneys are here to stand by your side, explain your legal rights, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
With deep knowledge of Georgia’s traffic laws and years of experience navigating car accident cases, our team knows how to investigate your accident, gather the facts, and protect your best interests every step of the way.
Our highly experienced lawyers will contact you for a Free Legal Consultation.
Hiring a car accident lawyer can be beneficial in several ways.
While you are not required by law to hire a lawyer after a car crash, doing so can significantly increase your chances of recovering compensation for your injuries, vehicle damages, and other losses.
If you or someone else involved in the accident suffered significant injuries or if the accident resulted in a death, hiring a personal injury attorney is highly recommended. A lawyer can help you recover maximum compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future medical expenses.
If there is a disagreement over who caused the accident, an experienced lawyer can help gather evidence (such as police reports, eyewitness testimony, and accident reconstruction) to prove your case and establish fault.
If the insurance company is offering a low settlement or denies your accident injury claim, an attorney can negotiate with them to ensure you get fair compensation. Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts, and an experienced attorney knows how to challenge these tactics.
Accidents involving multiple vehicles, commercial trucks, or government-owned vehicles can involve complex legal and insurance issues. Additionally, if you have long-term or permanent injuries, an attorney can calculate the full extent of your damages, including future medical costs and loss of earning capacity.
If the other party or their insurance company is trying to place partial or full blame on you, an attorney can defend your case. In states with comparative negligence laws (like Georgia), your compensation may be reduced if you're found partially at fault, so legal representation is critical to your financial recovery.
Car accident laws vary by state, and some have specific rules about things like comparative fault, minimum insurance requirements, and no-fault insurance systems. A personal injury lawyer will help you navigate these complexities, ensuring that you file the correct accident claims within the proper deadlines.
While insurance companies are supposed to offer fair compensation, they often attempt to settle personal injury claims for less than they are worth. An attorney can negotiate on your behalf to ensure you receive the full value of your claim, including both economic and non-economic damages, such as emotional trauma.
If your case cannot be settled with the insurance companies, or if the settlement offers are inadequate, you may need to file a lawsuit. An attorney can help you prepare your case for court, file the necessary legal documents, and represent you throughout the entire legal process.
Motor vehicle accidents can result in life-changing injuries, steep ongoing medical expenses, lost wages, and a totaled vehicle.
During this time, you must take legal action against the negligent party as soon as possible to hold them accountable for the harm you have suffered.
When you hire an auto accident lawyer, they will handle every aspect of your accident claim, from filing paperwork and gathering evidence to negotiating with the insurance company and representing you in court.
At the Hines Law Firm, our legal team can also help crash victims by:
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Your attorney will conduct an in-depth investigation to identify what caused the collision and which party was to blame.
They will gather evidence such as:
Accident report/police report
Photos of your injuries, vehicle damage, and photos of the accident scene
Video footage, if available
Phone records
Vehicle repair estimates
Eyewitness statements
Expert testimony
Pay stubs
Medical records
Medical bills
And more
Your attorney will gather vital evidence that can help support your claim and your demand for compensation
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Your car accident lawyer may also meet with experts to help strengthen your claim and prove the severity of your injuries and other damages.
At the Hines Law Firm, our legal team may work with the following types of experts:
Accident reconstructionists
Forensic accountants
Life care planners
Private investigators
Occupational therapists
Physical therapists
Mechanics
Economists
And other industry professionals.
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The other driver’s insurer may be quick to contact you by phone and ask for your side of the story. A claims adjuster will ask to record your statement, as they ask misleading and confusing questions meant to get an accident victim to admit fault or say something else that could harm their claim. When you hire a car accident attorney at the Hines Law Firm, they will handle all interactions with the insurance company, including settlement negotiations. The initial offer made by an insurance company is often too low to cover the true cost of your accident-related losses.
An experienced car accident lawyer will have assessed your damages and will know what your claim is worth. They will handle all negotiation discussions with the insurance company and bring you every offer the claims adjuster makes, advising you on whether to accept the offer or make a counteroffer.
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If the insurance company refuses to make a fair settlement offer, your car accident lawyer may advise you to file a lawsuit. They will only recommend pursuing compensation in court if they believe you stand a better chance of recovering the compensation you deserve.
During this time, as they prepare for trial, they will continue to negotiate with the insurance company. Fortunately, most auto accident claims are settled out of court. An insurance company does not want to spend time and money on a long trial.
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The damages you can recover after being involved in a motor vehicle collision with a negligent driver can depend on many factors, such as the severity of your injuries, prognosis, lost wages, and many other variables.
At our accident law firm, your car accident attorney will carefully review your case and assess damages to ensure you pursue the compensation you’re owed for your economic and non-economic losses.
In some cases, an auto accident victim can recover financial costs for the following types of damages:
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Past and future medical care costs
Loss of quality of life
Damage to vehicles
Loss of enjoyment of life
Lost wages
Scarring and disfigurement
Loss of consortium
Permanent disability
Punitive damages
A car accident can cause minor injuries, such as soft tissue damage, or catastrophic injuries, such as a spinal cord injury or traumatic brain injuries.
Some other common car accident injuries include:
Spinal Injuries
Broken Bones
Internal Injuries
Neck Injuries
Leg Injuries
Burns
An attorney at the Hines Law Firm will step in and handle every aspect of your case, allowing you to focus on recovering from your injuries and moving on with your life. We will give your case the dedication and attention it deserves, using our years of legal expertise to help you recover the compensation you deserve.
In Georgia, an accident victim will have a time limit of two years from the date of the collision to file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault driver.
Failure to file a lawsuit by this deadline will result in a case being dismissed, preventing the injured party from recovering compensation from the liable party.
When you hire a legal professional from the Hines Law Firm, they will ensure that your lawsuit is filed correctly and within the statute of limitations.
If you’ve been involved in a car accident and need personal injury protection, Hines Law Firm can help you navigate your insurance claim and ensure you get the financial compensation you deserve.
At our personal injury law firm, you can schedule a free consultation with an experienced car accident lawyer to assist with the claims process and to help you understand your legal options.
Our highly experienced lawyers will contact you for a Free Legal Consultation.
If you were injured in an auto accident caused by a negligent driver, contact a car accident lawyer at the Hines Law Firm today to schedule a free consultation. Let our legal team guide you through the complex legal process every step of the way and recover the compensation you deserve, as soon as possible. Contact us today to learn more.
We assure clients that we provide knowledgeable, committed legal solutions for them.
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