East Point
LAW firm

When you first contact our law office in East Point about your auto accident, we will ask a few questions about your accident and injury case. This may include:

• What was the date of the accident?
• Were you injured?
• Have you taken any actions to settle your case?

You will then speak with Murphy Law Firm’s Fulton County Personal Injury Lawyer, who will give you a free case evaluation in the East Point area to learn the facts of your case. You may request to have your meeting over the phone or in-person. The attorney will be able to study your case and help legally guide your next steps. In some situations, we may not take your case, depending on the particulars of your car accident. This does not mean that you don’t have a case, just that your circumstance does not fit the types of claims in which we handle. If we cannot take your case, we will be glad to talk with you and offer a referral to a different local lawyer, if possible.

If our attorney deems your case a suitable fit for our law firm, we will propose a “retainer agreement”: A contract which says we will be legally representing you throughout your injury claim. This contract will legally allow us to talk to the insurance company concerning your accident claim. After signing this contract, you cannot settle your case or allow a settlement without contacting us first. The retainer will also have a fee agreement, which will be due upon your lawsuit settling. We do not require any upfront fees or attorney expenses, as we operate on a contingent fee basis. You win or it’s 100% FREE!

Insurance companies view your auto accident case as nothing more than a liability to their company. In their eyes, you are not a person who deserves respect and compassion – Instead, your car accident is viewed as a risk that will reduce the company’s bottom line. Insurance companies also know that you will not be likely to hire an attorney when injured. Because of this, they often get away with paying people less than needed to recover from a car accident in East Point. 

There are many car accident attorneys in Fulton County that you can choose from. However, our advantage is that our team has decades of experience in recovering millions for our clients. Our knowledge enables us to understand what it will take to get the insurance company to pay up.

Although all car accidents are unique, below we have listed some standard “do’s and don’ts” that are important to keep in mind after a Fulton County car accident:

• Call a first responder: After you have been involved in an accident in East Point, you should contact the police to investigate the scene and create a report. 
• Move your car to safety: Your safety is most important after a car accident. Move your car off the road and to a safe place nearby if possible.
• Exchange Information: It is important to get all information from the other driver involved in your auto accident. It is best to take a picture of the other driver’s license plate, insurance card, and driver’s license.
• Never Admit to Fault: The smallest remark you make at the car accident scene can be taken out of context and lower your whole claim. You should never admit to or accept any fault before talking to an attorney, even if you believe you may be responsible. 
• Photos of the Accident Scene: Directly after an accident in East Point, you should take pictures of the vehicles, accident scene, and any injuries you have sustained if applicable.
• Get Immediate Medical Treatment: If you are in pain after an accident, you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible. Receiving treatment for your injuries will help prove your claim to the insurance company if they try to contest your case. 
• Review Your Insurance Coverage: Knowing what is in your insurance policy is necessary following your auto accident. This can help when you make your claim with the insurance company.
• Make a Claim: You should make claims with the at-fault insurance company and your own insurance company to begin the claims process. 
• Do Not Give a Recorded Statement: The other driver’s insurance company may ask you to take a recorded statement. You are NOT legally required to give a recorded statement in Fulton County. There is no benefit to you by providing a recorded statement, and it can even be used by the insurance adjuster to try and hurt your case.
• Know Your Rights: Navigate the claim process confidently and understand when you may need to hire an East Point lawyer. Check out our free car accident books for more information.