Car Accident

I was hit by a drunk driver, can I file a claim and sue the bar that overserved him? 

In the right circumstances, yes.    These cases are what Georgia refers to as “Dram Shop” cases.    Ponton Law has handled a number of these cases. Georgia Dram Shop liability is found in OCGA 51-1-40.    In a nutshell, the statute protects people who sell alcohol from being legally responsible unless:

Can I recover for future medical bills in my Car Accident Case?

Here is one that pops up fairly regularly.    You may be nearing the end of your treatment, and the doctor has made some recommendations about some additional treatment you may need after you are discharged from his care.   These recommendations most often occur for: (1) additional chiropractic or physical therapy modalities; (2) additional facet or epidural injections, a...
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If you have been involved in an auto accident, your first priority should be your health. You should seek medical care before you do anything else. Unfortunately, everything that follows after that, i.e., paying your medical bills, may become a bit complicated. If you are wondering, does health insurance cover car accident injuries? Read on for more information.

The exact responsibility a specific party or in...
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Auto accidents can bring devastating consequences to the involved parties. The types of car accident injuries that require surgery are numerous. Such surgeries can be extensive, and the victim might require long-term medical treatment. That can bring emotional, physical and monetary strain on both the injured individual and his or her family.

Common Car Accident Injuries That Require Surgery

Most injuries sustained in a car crash can be treat...
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Car accidents are without a doubt a trying experience and no one wants to go through that. However, life is not fair. Nothing’s obvious about the outcome of a car wreck case. So, if you’re wondering, “Should I get a lawyer for a car accident that wasn’t my fault?” Yes, you certainly should and here’s why.

1.The At-Fault Driver Can Deny Causing the Collision

Not all people are ho...
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Are lost wages part of my claim against the insurance company?

Yes.   Lost wages are an item of your special damages.   Special damages include dollar amounts that are directly attributable to the accident.    For example, your medical bills are part of your special damages. Other items included in your special damages might include mileage to and from the doctor’s office, parking at the doctor’s office, and poten...
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