This is especially true when a careless decision causes harm. If you or a loved one has suffered due to the negligence of another person or entity, you may have options.
You may be able to seek compensation that can aid the recovery process. If the injury occurred in Georgia, an Atlanta personal injury lawyer may be able to help. You and your family deserve that peace of mind.
It’s a simple truth that taking legal action often speaks louder than words.
At Bey & Associates, we believe in the power of having a voice. Our goal is to give those who have suffered the power to speak out against injustice. For the past 20 combined years, we’ve made this goal a reality.
At Bey & Associates, our law firm handles various cases. Our injury lawyers understand the complexity and unique aspects of each client’s case. We can assist clients in English or Korean.
The areas of personal injury that we specialize in include but are not limited to the list below. If you don’t see your accident or injury type before, we encourage you to get in touch with us regardless. We may be able to assist.
You may need extensive care immediately after the incident and have a long road of continued care for recovery. Our Atlanta personal injury lawyers will advocate for you to get the compensation you deserve.
Atlanta Personal Injury Practice Areas
A bicycle vs. car accident can cause massive injuries for the cyclist. If you were injured due to the negligence of a driver, we can protect your rights.
A preventable birth injury can have lifelong consequences for a child and their family. Our team investigates whether medical negligence played a role.
Injuries can happen while boating in and around Atlanta. If you were injured while boating, you may have legal options if negligence was related.
A car wreck can change your life in the blink of an eye. If you’ve been seriously injured because of another driver’s negligence, you need help now.
Construction sites present significant hazards for workers and visitors alike. We investigate workplace accidents, equipment failures, and third-parties.
Dog attacks can result in serious physical injuries and lasting emotional trauma. We help victims pursue compensation under Georgia law.
Elevator accidents are more common than many people believe. If you were injured in an elevator due to negligence or poor maintenance, reach out to us today.
Insurance companies have a duty to handle valid claims fairly. When they delay, deny, or underpay without justification, we help policyholders pursue compensation.
Every time we enter the doors to a hospital, doctor's office, or other medical facility, we expect safe, competent care. When that doesn't happen, you deserve answers.
Motorcyclists face risks on the road and are often unfairly blamed after a crash. We advocate for riders injured by negligent motorists.
Property owners have a responsibility to provide reasonably safe premises. When inadequate security contributes to an assault or other crime, we help victims.
Even if you’re confident you’ve found a safe environment for them, it’s important to remember that there are negligent care facilities that abuse their residents.
If you've been harmed by using a product as intended, you may have grounds for legal action if it can be proven that negligence played a role in your injury.
Every child should be safe on a school bus. If your child has been injured and you believe the incident could have been prevented, you may have legal recourse.
Representing survivors in civil claims against individuals and organizations whose negligence contributed to the abuse.
A slip and fall accident can cause devastating injuries. If you fell due to the negligence of another person or business, you deserve financial compensation.
Spinal cord injuries can lead to lifelong complications and mobility impairment. If you or someone you love was injured due to negligence, compensation may be an option.
Representing clients with traumatic brain injuries requiring long-term treatment and ongoing care.
Large truck and commercial truck accidents are some of the most devastating accidents we see across the United States and in Georgia.
If you’ve been seriously injured while on the job, you’re likely already aware that your employer doesn’t make providing for your family a simple task.
The unexpected loss of a loved one is one of the most traumatic experiences a family can go through. When the death should have been prevented, the loss devastating.
The injuries that you’ve sustained may require extensive medical care, cause you to miss work, or alter how you live your life. Severe injuries can impact your life significantly and result in lifelong care that may be required.
In these situations, our Atlanta personal injury lawyer will factor in your ability to return to work, your medical expenses, and how the injury has affected your quality of life.
If you can no longer do your previous job, we’ll also consider that.
Some injuries may not be as severe as these, but you should pursue justice when a negligent party has caused injuries and losses. Injuries like broken bones, whiplash, or strains and sprains can still affect your ability to work and will take time to heal.
Whiplash and sprain injuries can also be challenging to treat because you may not notice those symptoms immediately, as shock and adrenaline can often mask symptoms. Days or weeks later, you could feel pain or have trouble with mobility. Latent injuries can worsen when they aren’t treated.
To ensure you understand the extent of your injuries and begin treating them, seek a medical evaluation as quickly as possible after the incident occurs. Your doctor will assess your injuries and help you start the recovery process.
Under Georgia law, victims of negligence have only a limited time to file an injury claim.
This period is known as the statute of limitations. Your statute of limitations will generally be one to three years, depending on how you were harmed. If you fail to file within this time, you will usually be unable to do so.
You’ll also want to work with your Georgia attorney to ensure that the following points can be proven:
If a driver causes a collision while texting and driving, they are engaging in negligent driving.
There may also be emotional pain and suffering, as well as a loss of income.
Your compensation should reflect these hardships as well.
When filing a personal injury claim in Atlanta, you’re seeking compensation for a number of things. Your losses could include injuries, property damage, and any other losses you’ve endured.
The losses resulted from the party responsible for the incident. In legal terms, the victim is the “plaintiff,” while the potentially at-fault party is the “defendant.”
There are two different types of potential compensation:
These seek to reimburse an injured party for the harm they have endured. They are sometimes broken down further into “general” and “special” compensatory damages:
These damages are intended to punish the responsible party further. Additionally, they discourage them from repeating the same wrongful actions. Punitive damages are rarely awarded because they are only awarded when the defendant’s actions were especially reprehensible or when gross negligence was the cause.
They may also be awarded in high-profile cases involving a significant corporation or manufacturer.
Once your attorney accepts your case, they will investigate the incident. They will look at the evidence, documentation, records, and witness testimony they can locate. They will use this information to determine what you’re eligible for. Your medical records and personal interviews may be used, as well. With this information, your lawyer can decide what a fair settlement is. This is so you have a comfortable recovery.
While working your case, your attorney will question witnesses, medical experts, and other appropriate experts as necessary to build as strong of a case as possible. The goal is to reconstruct the accident scene to determine what happened, what should have been done differently to prevent injury, and who is responsible for what went wrong. For instance, medical experts will be called upon to determine how the error occurred and what should have been reasonably expected from the medical professional who conducted the error or let the mistake happen.
In some instances, it may be found that multiple individuals or parties are responsible for your injuries. Personal injury cases are often complex for this reason and may take several years to settle ultimately, especially if the case goes to trial. At Bey & Associates, our Atlanta personal injury lawyer is prepared to take every case we accept to trial if necessary. We aren’t afraid to fight for your right to seek a jury trial. We do not make this decision lightly, however. If going to trial is an option for your particular case, we will weigh the pros and cons and ensure the right decision is made for you, your unique situation, and your loved ones.
In some successful cases, the defendant cannot pay the entire amount. If this happens, your lawyer may step in. They will see that you are awarded what you deserve. They will do this by placing liens on property or by garnishing wages. Your lawyer has your and your family’s best interests at heart and will do whatever they can to ensure justice is upheld.
Our law firm is proud to call Atlanta, Georgia home. We have practiced in Atlanta for over 20 combined years. We’re proud to serve an active role in community events, charities, and sponsorships as often as possible that help the community thrive. Encouraging diversity and empowering those who are less fortunate are goals we believe in. Our firm makes every effort to fulfill those goals.
Our injury lawyers understand the complexity and unique aspects of each client’s case.
Atlanta charities and sponsorships we’ve been a part of include the Gate City Bar Association and The New Year New Life concert.
When seeking compensation, knowing how negligence works in Georgia is essential. Your Atlanta personal injury lawyer can explain the laws and how they apply to your case. Georgia follows a comparative fault law, which means the damages the defendant owes are determined by their percentage of fault.
This means that if the plaintiff is found to have any percentage of fault in their injuries, then they may not receive total compensation. For example, let’s say a negligent driver was texting and caused a collision. The other driver could file against them. However, if it was later found that the other driver was speeding and, as a result, their injuries were worse, then they may have some of the fault placed on them.
If the negligent driver was found to be 80% at fault and the other driver was 20% at fault, they could only recover 80% of the damages. If the costs of the injuries and damages are severe, the 80% recovered may not be enough to cover everything. This could lead to financially tricky situations in the future. This is why having an Atlanta personal injury lawyer by your side is vital.
Even if you feel you weren’t at fault for your injuries, it may still be worthwhile to seek legal representation. At the incident scene, it may seem like the other party is cooperative, but you may find later that they have told their insurance agency a completely different story. In other cases, an insurer may attempt to hold you responsible for part of the accident when you know that to be untrue. Insurance agencies are notorious for doing whatever they can to save a few dollars– even if it means being unlawful. If you have any reason to believe an insurer is mistreating you or has offered you an unfair settlement, seeking legal advice could be to your advantage.
Before you meet with a lawyer, there are specific actions you can take directly after an accident that can help your recovery. Make sure to do these actions to record the event and not put your recovery in jeopardy:
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