FAQ

You are not responsible for any fees or costs.

Costs must be advanced during the case to hire experts, conduct discovery and prepare for trial. We advance all costs and we say so in our retainer agreement. The client is responsible for reimbursing the costs when the case settles. If we don't recover money for you, you will owe nothing.

Yes. We try to speak with our clients often about their case. We also send you copies of any relevant documents filed with the court so you can see how your case is progressing.

Absolutely. We are always just one phone call away. We pride ourselves on being accessible to our clients and strive to return all phone messages the same day.

Chances are that your case will be settled out of court, but we firmly believe that you must be willing to try any case that is filed. We are always preparing each case for trial and tell our clients that they must be willing to go to trial if the defendants are unwilling to make a reasonable offer. Our job is to make the defendants offer the highest amount prior to trial and then you must decide if it is enough.

It depends entirely on the defendants. We are always preparing to take a case to trial. In doing so, we often are stopped by the defendants who want to attempt a settlement of the case or take the case to mediation because they know that based on our thorough preparation of the case, we are ready to take the case all the way to trial. We usually settle over 90% of our cases and believe our success rate is so high due to the fact that the opposing side realizes that we will be ready to try the case if it is not settled.

Absolutely. The claim is yours, and you have the ultimate decision in deciding whether to accept an offer. We provide guidance and counsel as to the amount we have seen these kinds of cases go for in the past, but you must make the determination on whether to settle the case. We will not pressure you to take an offer, and if you decide to reject settlement as an option, we will vigorously prepare the case for trial.

Each case is different and must be evaluated on the specific facts of the case. In order to evaluate your claim, we begin with the amount of past and future medical expenses and the amount of past and future lost wages related to the injuries suffered in the accident. However, there are several intangible elements that make up a claim that can only be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Nothing. We work strictly on a contingency fee basis. Our NO FEE PROMISE specifically states that you owe us nothing unless we make a recovery on your behalf. If there is no recovery, you do not owe us anything.

Nothing. When you contact our law firm in Atlanta, Georgia, you incur absolutely no cost to have a lawyer talk with you and make an initial evaluation of your case. We will investigate your case and retain the appropriate medical or other professional experts to determine if you have a viable claim. We are responsible for any costs associated with the initial review of your case regardless of the outcome of our investigation. If we decide to take your case, we will provide you with a written employment agreement outlining the terms of our representation.

Your attorney should educate you about your rights, the legal basis of your claim and the damages you are able to recover. Your attorney should also advise you throughout the process of recovery as to what to expect and how to best care for yourself throughout the recovery process.

Higher net recovery to you, an experienced guide on your side, relief from worry. An insurance industry research institution studied personal injury claims processed by the injured person alone, verses personal injury claims handled by attorneys. They determined that those represented by attorneys had a higher net recovery to themselves (more money in their pocket after attorney's fees and costs) than those without attorneys.

An experienced personal injury attorney provides you the advantage of a skilled professional who will provide you the benefit of his experience and insight to equal the playing field when dealing with insurance companies and the major corporations of the world. Hiring a personal injury attorney allows you to focus on your recovery from your injuries while your attorney focuses on holding the responsible person accountable for your injuries.

Each case is different and must be evaluated on the facts of the case. In certain situations, notices or filings must be made with a governmental entity within a few months of the incident to preserve the right to later file a claim. In general, Georgia law has a two-year statute of limitations on personal injury actions. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to make sure that you do not miss any deadlines imposed by the law.