What You’re Wondering: I don’t think I received a fair settlement after receiving a whiplash injury. Is it worth suing for whiplash?
The Short Answer:
If you suffered a whiplash injury due to someone else’s negligence, then you should receive adequate compensation from the insurance company or liable party. If you don’t, filing a lawsuit might be in your best interest.
Suing for whiplash might be a good option if:
- The injury was severe
- The injury has caused chronic health problems
- You’ve incurred heavy medical costs due to the injury
- You’ve lost income due to the injury
- The injury has seriously impacted your comfort, happiness, and quality of life
Our team at Schneider Williamson Car Accident & Personal Injury Attorneys has been litigating these types of lawsuits for many years now, and we’ve won spectacular compensation for injury victims.
From our experience winning these types of cases, let us provide you with some insights about whiplash settlements—like whether they’re a good option for you and what you need to know before you start.
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How Insurance Companies Handle Whiplash Settlement
In Georgia, some insurance providers require you to notify them of an accident with injuries within as little as 30 days of the accident. That can be problematic for those who have suffered a whiplash injury.
In many cases of whiplash, symptoms may not show up for days, weeks, or even months following the accident. Determining how long the injury will need treatment may also be difficult. Victims are forced to file an insurance claim well before they understand their total costs—medical costs, loss of income, disturbed quality of life, etc.
“We’ve had clients who filed insurance claims long before they had completed medical treatment, so they didn’t have all of their costs covered by the insurance company. Those people were on the hook for thousands of dollars in medical bills that they shouldn’t have had to pay, and we helped them get back that money, and more, by filing a lawsuit.”
– Jason Schneider, Founding Partner of Schneider Williamson Car Accident & Personal Injury Attorneys
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Does Georgia Allow You To Sue for Whiplash Injuries?
If you’re thinking about suing for whiplash, there are a couple of Georgia laws you should be aware of:
- In Georgia, you have up to 2 years following the accident to file a lawsuit for personal injury (4 years if you’re suing for property damage.)
- To sue for whiplash, you’re only eligible for compensation if you’re less than 50% responsible for the accident that caused the injury.
If your whiplash injury was caused by someone else’s negligence (for example, a careless driver, unsafe working conditions, or improperly maintained work zones), and the accident also happened within 2 years, then you’re eligible to file a lawsuit to cover your physical and mental trauma.
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How To Sue for Whiplash in Georgia
It’s easier than you think to sue for whiplash in Georgia, especially when you’re backed by an experienced legal team like Schneider Williamson Car Accident & Personal Injury Attorneys.
We’re a personal injury litigation firm based in Georgia. We believe wholeheartedly that getting the compensation you deserve is a crucial step in your physical and financial recovery.
We’ll guide you through each step of the legal process and assist you with important steps, such as:
- Collecting evidence that proves your injuries were caused by negligence
- Helping you determine how much money you should ask for compensation
- Representing you in court and fighting fiercely on your behalf
We have a strong track record of case results, but you’re not just a statistic to us. We care about the trauma you’ve suffered, and that motivates us to work hard to get you the money you’re owed by negligent parties.Contact us for a free consultation and learn more about how we can help.
