The Six Steps to Take After a Car Accident

If you just experienced a car crash and are wondering what to do after a car accident, here we have laid out the six steps that you should take to protect yourself and your family.

An injury from a car wreck can have a devastating effect on your life. But if someone else is to blame for injuring you, you may be able to recover money to pay for your medical treatment and put your life back together. You need to talk to an experienced car accident lawyer in Douglasville right away.

Helping injured people is the only thing we do at Murphy Law Firm. Our firm was founded more than 25 years ago, and today we are one of the top attorneys in Douglas County. Don’t assume that you can handle the insurance company on your own, or that an attorney can’t get you a higher dollar amount.

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With over 25 years of experience and success, Murphy Law Firm’s legal team has the experience and knowledge to help those injured in a car accident receive maximum compensation from those at-fault. We serve Georgia residents with Douglas, Paulding, Fulton, and Cobb Counties offices.

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STEP 1: What Should I Do At the Scene of a Car Accident?

Immediately after a Georgia accident, it can be easy to panic and forget what you are supposed to do. Here is a quick reference list to help you…

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STEP 2: When Is It Time To Get An Attorney?

After getting checked out by a medical provider, call an attorney that you can trust. It is crucial to know what to say and not say to the insurance company, and we can help guide you. Knowing that your legal rights are being protected and that someone is fighting the insurance company on your behalf is priceless. Read below to learn more about the legal side of a Georgia car accident

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STEP 3: What Should I Do If My Car Has Property Damage from the Accident?

The second most asked about topic of Georgia car accident victims is what about their car or property that was damaged. There are certain tricks that the insurance company will try to pull, so we have provided important information and suggestions on how you can recover all that you are entitled to.

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STEP 4: What If I Was Injured in the Car Accident?

Making sure that you and your passengers get the medical treatment that you need is very important. We do not want you to skip the necessary treatment because you are scared about how you will pay for it. Below is some important information about your rights to medical treatment and being reimbursed for missed work while getting medical treatment.

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STEP 5: What Evidence Do I Need To Document From My Car Accident?​

There are many steps involved with preparing a case to fight the insurance company. An experienced attorney will know exactly what is needed to help you get maximum compensation. A well-built case will give you a better chance at winning against the BIG insurance companies.

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STEP 6: Should I Settle My Case Or Should I Go To Court?​

People frequently ask if they should settle their case with the insurance company, or if they should go to court. Well, there isn’t one answer that applies to every case. When you have a skilled and experienced Georgia attorney, they will look at the details of your car accident and determine if what the insurance company is offering what you are owed, or if they should fight them in court for more.


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