A car accident can happen so quickly that you’re unsure what happened. You may be in pain, forced to deal with medical bills and lost income. On top of that, you might need car repairs while still suffering from injuries that keep you out of work.
As your bills pile up, you try to get help from the at-fault driver’s car insurance company, but they may prove unhelpful. Who can you turn to for help recovering your damages?
Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be a challenging experience.
Suppose you find yourself facing blame from the other driver or encountering resistance from their car insurance company. In that case, you might be left with the uncertainty of managing medical bills, lost income, car repair estimates, and other related expenses from the collision.
While you might want to contact the car insurance company directly, this approach could potentially exacerbate the situation. Instead, consider seeking assistance from a qualified legal professional who can provide insight into your options for recovering damages after your accident.
We understand that some people are uncertain whether they need legal representation. Or, they may be wrestling with doubts about fault or concerns about affordability.
If this sounds familiar, please reach out to attorney Ali Awad and the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm team for a complimentary consultation. We believe everyone should be able to learn their options and legal rights at no charge.
During your free case review, we will address your concerns, consider the details of your case, and explore all potential avenues for securing compensation. If we offer to represent you, rest assured there are no upfront costs—our fee is contingent on winning or settling your case, so you won’t pay us anything until we succeed.
There are a number of reasons why fault is a major concern and a frequently debated issue in car accident cases:
There are several important steps that will improve your ability to show the other driver was all or at least primarily at fault in your accident. Let’s start with the immediate aftermath of the crash.
Here are some actions you can take at the collision scene to reduce confusion and make it easier for your attorney to build a strong case in your favor:
Unfortunately, hit-and-run crashes are not uncommon in Georgia. In fact, this state has the fourth-highest rate of fatal hit-and-run crashes. Hopefully, your accident will not be that serious, but the lack of driver responsibility can still present a problem in any collision.
Sometimes, accident victims decide to chase a fleeing driver, but this is not a good idea. You don’t know why the person is fleeing the scene.
It’s possible they are uninsured or don’t want to pay your damages, but it’s also possible they don’t want to deal with the police because they’re wanted for criminal actions. A confrontation could turn violent, and the last thing you need is to suffer further injuries.
Instead, stay at the scene but try to get the other vehicle’s license plate number. Assuming you can’t stay, note the car’s description, especially its make, model, and color, if possible.
Let the 911 operator know what’s happening and provide them with the vehicle description and/or plate number.
If you have uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage (UM/UI), your insurance company should pay for your medical bills and vehicle damage. You’ll need to file a police report, and the insurance company will review the evidence to ensure the other driver was at fault.
Since the other motorist isn’t around to give a statement to the police, disputes about fault are less common in these cases. However, there are occasionally situations where the insurance adjuster questions something in the photos or other evidence.
If there is a problem with your UM/UI claim, your attorney can help by reviewing the available evidence or investigating further.
UM/UI is not required in Georgia, but we strongly recommend it—and not just because of the high rates of hit-and-run collisions. Slightly more than 12 percent of drivers in the state are uninsured, and even those who have insurance might have minimal coverage—$25,000 per person for bodily injury liability and $25,000 for property damage liability.
If the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, you could have difficulty recovering compensation even when they remain at the scene. However, you should not give up until you speak with a car accident lawyer.
In some cases, we may be able to recover damages through other options, such as:
Unfortunately, the options above are not available in every case, so UM/UI coverage is the most dependable way to ensure you can cover your expenses in an accident with an uninsured driver. We advise purchasing as much UM/UI coverage as you can afford to protect yourself in these situations.
You should still file a police report about the accident and exchange insurance information with the other motorist. Don’t feel bad—this is necessary to protect yourself and your legal rights after a car crash.
Unfortunately, many people promise to pay for the damage, then change their minds when they receive the bill. They may not want their insurance rates to go up, but you shouldn’t have to pay for their negligent driving, either.
Securing their insurance information and creating a record of the accident ensures you can pursue a claim with the insurance carrier even if the other driver ignores their responsibility.
Please contact the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm for a free consultation about your accident. We can assist you with filing a claim or reviewing a claim denial. Additionally, we’ll answer your questions, properly value your claim, and explain your options for recovering damages.
There is no obligation, and if we take your case, you won’t owe us anything until we win or settle it.
Attorney Ali Awad founded the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm only a few short years ago, and it’s now one of the fastest-growing law firms in the country. He and his team have over twenty years of combined experience in personal injury law and have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for injured people and their families.
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