Personal Injury FAQ
When you or someone you know has suffered a personal injury in Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia, you may have questions regarding your personal injury claim. It is our desire that this Marietta Personal Injury FAQ page will provide the information for which you are searching. If you have further questions or concerns after reading the information below, feel free to contact one of our attorneys to arrange a consultation.
1. What is personal injury?
Personal injury is any physical or psychological harm that an individual suffers due to an accident.
2. How does personal injury occur?
There are two main ways in which personal injury can occur. Personal injury can result due to acts of negligence or from intentional acts. Negligent acts are those acts in which an individual failed to exercise reasonable care and another party was injured due to the individual being careless with the safety of others. An intentional act is one in which an individual intended to commit a harmful or wrongful act against another individual. The injury or the severity of the injury may not have been intended, but the individual did intend to commit the act itself.
3. What are common causes of personal injury?
Car accidents, tractor trailer accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall accidents, defective products, medical error, medical negligence, construction site accidents, boating accidents, assault and battery, child abuse, and defamation of character are all just a few of the common causes of personal injury.
4. Is personal injury just physical injury?
No. Personal injury can include physical injury, property damage, and the wrongful denial of an individual’s liberties.
5. Can I be compensated for my personal injury?
Yes. The law provides that those responsible for a victim’s injuries can be held liable for damages. Those responsible for the accident or situation that caused the injury may be ordered to financially compensate the victim for lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
6. Do I need a lawyer for my personal injury case?
There are definite advantages to securing professional legal representation in personal injury cases. Many victims do not understand their rights and protections under the law. Insurance companies, business owners, and private individuals responsible for a victim’s personal injury usually try to pay the victim as little as possible. It is highly recommended to have an experienced personal injury attorney represent your best interests.
7. Where do I start?
Contact our office for a consultation. Together we will determine how to proceed with your personal injury claim.
