Atlanta Personal Injury Attorney FAQs
This page is designed to help people who have been injured in an accident decide if they need a personal injury lawyer, if they have a possible personal injury case and what they can expect the process to be like. When you are hurt in an accident as the result of someone's negligence or poor judgment, you may be able to get compensation. The rules associated with how much compensation you can expect, who to sue and if you can do it without a lawyer are often unclear. The Atlanta personal injury attorneys at The Berry Law Group want to help people make the right decision and get informed about their rights.
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Q: Do I need a personal injury lawyer?
A: If you or a family member have been hurt in an accident on someone else's property or in a car wreck caused by another driver. You may be entitled to compensation. In order to get compensation, you do not always need an Atlanta personal injury lawyer. Though it can never hurt you to hire an attorney for your injury case, you can always pursue compensation through a civil case which does not require you to have legal representation. In some instances, you can even avoid legal battles entirely and deal directly with the insurance company to get a fair settlement. Insurance companies will not often pay as much compensation as you deserve, but will usually offer you something if you have been injured in an accident caused by their client.
Q: How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?
A: Personal injury lawyers do not get paid a set amount. They usually will take a certain percentage of the settlement or award as payment if they win. Any reputable Atlanta injury attorney will work this way. It is beneficial because you do not have to pay them anything to retain their services and you will not be out any money if they lose your case. When you hire a lawyer you can usually negotiate the percentage they will take. The Atlanta personal injury lawyers at The Berry Law Group strive to give you the best rates around in order to maximize the compensation you receive.
Q: Do I have a case?
A: This is tough question to answer without knowing the specific facts. Generally, in order to be eligible for compensation, you have to prove that someone made a mistake or was negligent and that it directly caused an accident where you were injured. This means you will need to show that your accident could have been easily avoided if the negligent party exercised more care.
One example would be if you fell in s retail store and broke your wrist. If you tripped on your shoelaces or just lost your balance, you would likely not have a case against the store. If you fell over merchandise laying in a walkway or tripped on uneven flooring, you may have a case. If you are still unsure if you have a case or not, call the Atlanta injury lawyers at The Berry Law Group. We can give you a free consultation and let you know if your case is worth pursuing.
Q: Where can I find more information about legal issues?
A: The Internet is full of useful information. We have compiled a list of sites that you may find helpful.
http://www.americanbar.org
http://www.ga-personalinjury-lawyer.com
http://www.law.com
http://www.refdesk.com
http://www.nolo.com