Car Accident Lawyer in Albany, GA

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Being injured in a car accident can put the brakes on your job and personal life. However, if the accident wasn’t your fault, you can file a claim for compensation.

Working with an Albany accident injury lawyer from The Shrable Law Firm, P.C. will support the best possible outcome in your car accident claim or case.

Get in touch today to schedule your consultation. For now, read on to learn more about car accidents and what you could be entitled to if you’ve been injured.

Crashes in Albany: Reports & Statistics

There were 3,279 car accidents in Albany, GA in 2021 alone. Sixteen of those crashes ended in fatalities, and 1,515 injuries were reported. Albany is a midsize city of 72,600 people, but the area experiences a high rate of accidents each year. The cost of car accidents extends beyond injuries and deaths. They also cause substantial economic problems for those impacted by car crashes in Albany, including high emergency service and hospital costs.

Car Accidents in Albany GA | Albany Car Crash Data — Source: https://gdot.numetric.net/crash-data#/

When you’ve been injured in a car crash, the purpose of seeking compensation for your damages is to ensure that you and your family are not left covering associated costs out of your household budget in the future.

Damages You May Be Able to Recover

When you’re in an accident that wasn’t your fault, the purpose of recovering damages is to “make you whole.” This is a legal term to describe putting you in as close a financial position as possible as though the accident had never happened. Your Albany car accident lawyer from The Shrable Law Firm, P.C. can help explain the full damages available to you. While no two accidents are alike, compensation may include both economic and non-economic damages.

Economic Damages

The economic damages that are available to you after your accident are meant to cover accident damages that have a direct and measurable cost. The most common sources of economic damages include:

Emergency department medical bills
Ongoing medical necessities due to your accident
Lost wages in the short-term after your accident
Lost work benefits like accrued sick time or vacation leave
Any decrease in your earnings potential in the long-term

The full amount of both your present and future medical bills is meant to be included in your economic damages. This includes any emergency room bills immediately after your accident in addition to any future medical costs that will be associated with your accident. These include any ongoing treatments, medications, rehabilitation, and more. Calculating the amount of your future medical bills and costs is impossible without medical experts and doctors’ opinions. They can review the injuries and determine the appropriate treatment plan. This can include rehabilitation, ongoing pain medication, psychological care due to trauma from the accident, and other factors that your attorney will incorporate into your claim.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages are meant to compensate you for those things that might not have a set bill or amount. These include damages for pain and suffering and emotional distress linked to your accident. Common examples of non-economic damages include:

Pain and suffering
Emotional distress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Loss of enjoyment of life

The non-economic damages that are available to you will depend upon the unique circumstance of your accident, in addition to the evidence that is collected in support of the damages that might have resulted. If you haven’t spoken with an attorney yet, call The Shrable Law Firm now at (229) 349-6291.

Steps to Take After Being in an Accident

To ensure that you collect the full amount you’re entitled to, it’s important to try and complete the following steps after your accident. If you’ve contacted an attorney already, you won’t need to worry about some of this, as your Albany car accident lawyer will handle everything for you.

1. Move your vehicle to a safer location.

To prevent additional accidents and a potential pile-up, move your vehicle to a safer location. Do this only if it seems safe and would not aggravate any injuries to persons involved in the car accident.

2. Check yourself and your passenger(s) for injuries.

When checking for injuries, remember that the accident can lead to adrenaline and excitement that could mask symptoms. Seeking medical attention afterward is suggested even if you don’t feel injured.

3. Call for help.

If you suspect there are any injuries, it is best to err on the side of caution and call an ambulance to the scene. The police will be dispatched as well. They can assist with the exchange of information and assess the sobriety of the drivers involved.

4. Gather evidence.

Take photos of your vehicle and other vehicles before they are moved so you get an accurate picture of the accident. Make sure to collect contact information and insurance information from the other drivers, as well as any witnesses present.

5. Notify your insurance company.

Reach out to your insurance company to begin the process on their end.

6. Hire a car accident lawyer in Albany.

Connecting with The Shrable Law Firm, P.C. for a free consultation will help you explore options on your claim or case.

Many Different Parties Could Be Responsible

While the circumstances of all accidents are different, there are some common parties that could be responsible.

The Other Driver(s)

Other drivers have a duty to follow the rules of the road and drive safely and responsibly. When this doesn’t happen, they may be liable for your damages

The Other Driver’s Employer

Commercial drivers working for trucking companies are required to hold commercial licenses and drive safely while well-rested and sober. If they fail to do so, their employer could be liable for your damages.

Government Entity

When the government owes you a duty, like keeping the roads safe, and fails in that duty causing an accident, the government entity could be liable.

Construction Manager

Construction companies have an obligation to maintain and operate safe sites. When safety is overlooked and accidents happen, the construction manager could be liable for your damages.

Common Car Accident Injuries

Common injuries in car accidents we have helped clients collect maximum compensation for include:

Traumatic brain injury or TBI
Spinal cord injury
Burn injury
Broken and/or fractured bones
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Wrongful death

Police Reports in Car Accident Cases

A common source of valuable evidence for a car accident is the police report, which will contain the information of all involved drivers, witness information, and officer assessments. When the police arrive at the scene, request that they make a report and check on the sobriety and condition of other drivers. Any observations the police make or tests that they perform could turn into valuable evidence toward your case. It’s important to understand that you can’t use the police report as evidence if the case goes to trial. However, this document can prove invaluable during negotiations with the insurance company. Your attorney will reach out to the police to collect the report and any other information that might be of value to your claim or case.

How an Attorney Can Help

Collecting the compensation you’re entitled to will often first require that you submit a claim to the insurance company of the party that caused your car accident. Like any other for-profit company, the insurance company increases profits by maximizing revenues while minimizing costs. To the insurance company, payments made to injured persons like you are costs, so they’ll do anything to reduce or deny your claim. If your claim does not have sufficient evidence to prove the party at fault and to prove your damages, it’ll be denied. Appealing a claim can be more difficult than the initial filing, and if you end up in court, you’ll generally be limited to the evidence presented in your appeal. Working with your car accident attorney from The Shrable Law Firm, P.C. helps to even the playing field against the insurance company. Collecting what you’re entitled to requires knowledgeable, experienced, and aggressive legal advocacy. Our attorneys know how to achieve the best possible outcome in your case while removing the stress from your day-to-day life.

Injured in a crash? Call us.

While you might not think that you can afford an attorney to help in your car accident, it is important to know that we charge nothing up-front, and nothing out-of-pocket. Don’t end up on the hook for medical bills and car repairs from an accident that wasn’t your fault; talk to a lawyer immediately. To explore options on your case through your risk-free, cost-free initial case assessment, schedule a consultation with one of our experienced lawyers today, or call (229) 349-6291.

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Accident victim passed away as a result of the combined carelessness of the driver or her vehicle and the driver of another vehicle.

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Address : 127 N. Westover Blvd. Ste 3 Albany,
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Who pays for medical bills while my car accident case is pending?

In Albany, Georgia, you are responsible for paying for your medical bills from car accident-related injuries while your case is pending, even if the accident wasn’t your fault.

Although you are initially responsible for your medical costs after a car accident, you may get them covered by your health insurance, by your auto insurance, or you can ask the medical provider for financial assistance such as a payment plan or if they will work on a lien placed on your settlement or jury award.

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