Personal Injury
Independent Medical Exams in Personal Injury Cases: What You Need to Know
An IME is an evaluation by a doctor hired by the insurance company. Courts can order IMEs under Georgia's O.C.G.A.…
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How Arbitration Works in Personal Injury Cases
Arbitration is an alternative to trial where a neutral arbitrator decides your dispute. Georgia's Arbitration Code (O.C.G.A. § 9-9-2 et…
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How Letters of Protection Help Injury Victims Get Medical Treatment
A letter of protection (LOP) is a written agreement between your attorney and a medical provider that guarantees payment from…
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Types of Liens That Can Affect Your Personal Injury Settlement
Liens from hospitals, health insurers, Medicare, Medicaid, workers' compensation carriers, and attorneys can significantly reduce your personal injury settlement. Georgia's…
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Can You Switch Personal Injury Lawyers in the Middle of Your Case?
You have the legal right to switch personal injury lawyers at any time in both Georgia and South Carolina under…
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How to Recover Lost Wages After a Personal Injury Accident
Lost wages and lost earning capacity are two distinct categories of economic damages recoverable in Georgia and South Carolina personal…
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Filing a Personal Injury Claim on Behalf of an Injured Child
Parents and legal guardians can file personal injury claims on behalf of injured children in both Georgia and South Carolina.…
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Why Continuing Medical Treatment After an Accident Matters for Your Claim
Consistent medical treatment is essential for both health and your personal injury claim. Insurance companies use treatment gaps to argue…
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What to Do If Your Personal Injury Claim Is Denied
A denied claim is not the end. Steps include reviewing the denial letter, gathering evidence, filing appeals, bad faith complaints,…
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What Is a Personal Injury Demand Letter and How Does It Work?
A personal injury demand letter is a formal document your attorney sends to the insurance company outlining liability, itemizing damages,…