A personal injury can lead to major disruptions in your life. Whether you have been involved in a car accident, a slip and fall, or some other occurrence like medical malpractice, you will not only be hurt but likely left in a precarious financial situation. Unpaid medical bills, lost wages, and other losses add to the injustice of an injury that occurred through no fault of your own.
You deserve to have a fighting chance at recovering the money you have lost, and the CEO Lawyer Ali Awad can help. He has earned millions of followers on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and other platforms thanks to his earnest advice and no-nonsense attitude. If you’re looking for a legal advocate who won’t back down when it comes to seeking the compensation you need, look to the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm.
Speak to an experienced personal injury lawyer in Norcross when you schedule a free, confidential, no-obligation case review by calling (470) 323-8779. You can also contact us online to schedule your free appointment, and find out why so many in Georgia trust the injury and accident attorneys at the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm to seek the money they need after their injury.
Historic Norcross Is Wonderful, But Catastrophic Injuries Aren’t
Founded in 1869 by an Atlanta entrepreneur, Norcross was formed to take advantage of the incoming Richmond Danville railroad. As the first stop north of Atlanta proper, Norcross was destined to become the perfect place for people to live near the city, or to set up shop in a growing economic zone.
Over the decades, Norcross grew into a picturesque town dotted by Victorian homes and beloved local businesses. That legacy can be seen in the still-standing homes lining North Peachtree Street. It also inspired a new generation of diverse entrepreneurs who have opened businesses in the quaint Historic Norcross shopping and dining district. From the delicious food you can find at Mojito’s and Dominick’s, to one-of-a-kind shops like Carolee’s and Taste of Britain, Norcross is a distinctive place that offers a wholly different experience to visitors and residents alike.
While Norcross is a beautiful city, it is not without its risks to locals. It is located along the busy corridors of Gwinnett County, which lists motor vehicle accidents as the number three cause of premature death overall, according to Georgia’s Online Analytical Statistical Information System (OASIS). There is also the risk of death or injury caused by a slip-and-fall accident, a defective product, negligent security, or other incidents.
When you have been hurt in Norcross, you can trust Ali Awad and his team of experienced injury attorneys to come to your aid. With a resume that includes millions in settlements and jury awards granted to his clients, Awad and his seasoned associates are prepared to help you seek all damages available in the wake of your injury. Contact us online or call (470) 323-8779.
What Damages Can Be Claimed in a Personal Injury Case?
The exact damages claimable in your case depend on the nature of your losses and, in some cases, the circumstances surrounding how the injury happened.
Most typical injury cases involve the following categories of damages:
- Medical bills, past, and future
- Long-term rehabilitation and other long-term recovery costs
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to post-accident care
- Loss of income caused by missing work or a reduction in earnings potential
- Vehicle repairs and personal property replacement, as applicable
These are all material damages, referred to as “special damages”, with a set dollar amount. Injury victims can also pursue “general damages” related to more-intangible losses, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of ability to enjoy close relationships
Some cases may also involve punitive damages, particularly when the injury was caused by an action that was intentional or exceedingly reckless. Punitive damages are only awarded when the case goes to a trial, but they can be an important part of the restitution of victims harmed by negligence.
How Is Negligence Proven in My Personal Injury Case?
Most personal injury actions are pursued under the legal doctrine of negligence. Negligence basically states that any person who unacceptably lapsed in their duty of care to others, directly causing them injury and related losses, should be held responsible.
Every negligence claim has four main parts that your Norcross personal injury lawyer will seek to prove:
- The at-fault party had a duty of care to the injury victim
- The at-fault party committed a breach in duty through a careless or intentional action
- The breach in duty was the proximate cause, or most direct cause, of an injury to the victim
- The injury victim suffered damages, such as the costs of treating their injury and the income they lost while they missed work
All four parts of negligence must be established before a party can be held legally liable for the damages of the injury victim. Your Norcross personal injury lawyer will research and investigate your case to obtain as much evidence as possible seeking to establish negligence and proving liability for all your personal damages.
Do I Need to Sue to Get Compensation for My Personal Injury?
No, not necessarily. A common misconception is that working with an attorney and pursuing a personal injury action automatically means you will be filing a lawsuit. In truth, the majority of personal injury cases are settled out-of-court, often before a lawsuit is ever filed. Instead, the injury victim can file a claim with the appropriate liability insurance provider covering the at-fault party.
When an insurer refuses to pay, or when the party refuses to accept liability, then you and your attorney may decide that further measures are needed to encourage them to pay. Filing a lawsuit demonstrates that you are aware of your legal rights, encouraging the other side to settle and move on from the case.
However, if your case does proceed to a lawsuit, then you can gain certain legal advantages. You will be allowed to request evidence during a discovery phase, for example, and you will have the opportunity to file motions requesting summary judgment and a court order compelling the appropriate party to pay.
Should your case progress to a jury trial, Ali Awad and his team are fully prepared to represent you and pursue the maximum amount of damages allowed under the law. We do not turn away from a fight, and we are willing to exercise every option at our disposal to seek the compensation you need.
Reach out to the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm
You may be scared about your medical bills and other costs piling up, but you don’t have to handle it alone. The CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm will handle your case on contingency, meaning that you don’t have to pay us for our services until or unless we are able to obtain compensation for you.
Your first appointment is also always free, with no obligation to use our services afterward. Reach out to learn what legal options you have and to start the process of seeking compensation now. Schedule your no-cost appointment by contacting us online or calling (470) 323-8779.
