Auto Accident Attorney in Atlanta Explains How to Claim Personal Injury After a Car Accident

Aug 1, 2022

August 01, 2022 - /PressAdvantage/ - Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C., a personal injury law firm based in Atlanta, GA, has released an article on their website that explains how to claim personal injury after a car accident. Victims of auto accidents are certainly entitled to some compensation because being involved in car crash can cause severe anxiety and emotional stress, even if the injuries suffered are not serious. Immediately after the accident, the victim has to contend with medical bills, property damage, lost wages, lost quality of life, and many other issues. And while the accident victim is feeling overwhelmed, it is during this period that it is vital to take the necessary steps in filing a personal injury claim so that the victim can be fully compensated for damages.

Tim Derrickson, a representative for the law firm, says, “If you want to be awarded a settlement, you’ll need to do more than submit a claim. You’ll also need to establish that someone else was at fault for the accident and that the accident led to an injury. Beyond that, you’ll need evidence that shows the damages that you’ve incurred. Damages available in a personal injury case include: medical bills, loss of wages, cost of future care, loss of future wages, and pain and suffering.”

It is important to note that personal injury laws will vary from one state to the next. Most states require the party who is at fault to cover damages. For those who reside in a no-fault state, they may still be able to file a case to sue for damages if the damages suffered are above a particular threshold.

Evidence is an important factor in winning a personal injury claim, which is why the first thing the law firm will do once they have been hired is to order an investigation party to gather as much information as they can regarding the incident. Time is of the essence because the opposing party will likely use the same scene to counteract the victim’s claim. Thus, they will also evaluate the case from the point of view of the party at fault.

For accident victims, they will need to call the police to the location of the accident to ensure that an official accident report will be written. This is an important piece of evidence when making a claim. If possible, photographs of the accident should also be taken from various angles. And if there are any witnesses to the accident, it would be a good idea to take their name and contact information. And it is also important to exchange insurance information with the other driver or drivers who got involved in the accident. And even if the victim doesn’t seem to have a serious injury, it is important to consult with a doctor shortly after the accident. This will reveal any hidden injuries and will also provide the necessary documentation that may be needed in making a personal injury claim. And it is also important to report the accident to one’s insurance company and to contact the insurance company of the other driver or drivers involved in the incident.

Started in 1989, Ken Nugent leads a group of personal injury attorneys who have been assured to have the appropriate knowledge and experience related to personal injury claims. They are graduates from some of the best universities and colleges in the US and they come from a broad variety of racial and socio-economic backgrounds. They are multi-lingual and have earned a number of awards. They are also legal authors for various law school journals and the Georgia State Bar Journal. They are licensed to practice in Georgia, North Carolina, Alabama, Texas, Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee, and West Virginia. They are ready to provide a free case review for a personal injury victim to determine if filing a lawsuit is appropriate.

When in need of an auto accident attorney Atlanta residents can check out the Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C. website, or contact them through the telephone or via email. They can be contacted 24 hours a day, from Monday to Sunday.

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For more information about Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C., contact the company here:

Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C.
Tim Derrickson
404-253-5891
[email protected]
Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C.
1355 Peachtree Street, NE
Suite 1000
Atlanta GA 30309

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