If you’ve been hurt in an accident in Georgia, one of the first things the opposing insurance adjuster will try to establish is how much fault you share for what happened. This isn’t accidental. Georgia follows a modified comparative fault system, and understanding how it works can make a significant difference in what you ultimately […]
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Stronger Together: The Case for Community Collaboration When people think about a Douglasville personal injury lawyer in GA, they might picture courtrooms and legal briefs. But at Council & Associates, our work extends well beyond litigation. We believe that the firms, nonprofits, and healthcare organizations that make up a community have a shared responsibility: to […]
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You’re stopped at a red light. The driver behind you is scrolling through their phone. The light turns green, you accelerate, and they plow into your rear bumper because they never looked up. This happens every day in Georgia, and since 2018, it’s been illegal. What Georgia’s Hands-Free Law Actually Says Georgia’s Hands Free Georgia […]
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You’ve been hurt in a motorcycle crash. Medical bills are piling up. You’re missing work. Now you’re wondering whether to accept a settlement offer or push your case to trial. It’s not an easy choice. Both paths have trade-offs you need to understand before making a decision that affects your financial recovery. How Settlement Negotiations […]
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You’ve finally settled your injury case. The check arrives, and you assume the full amount is yours. Not quite. Several parties might have legal claims to portions of your settlement before you see a dime. This process is called subrogation, and it can significantly reduce what you actually take home. What Subrogation Actually Means Subrogation […]
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Losing a family member to someone else’s negligence changes everything. The emotional pain is overwhelming, and suddenly you’re facing financial questions you never expected to confront. Georgia’s wrongful death laws try to address this reality by allowing certain family members to pursue compensation. But here’s something most people don’t realize: Georgia actually provides two separate […]
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Settling a personal injury claim in Georgia should feel like a relief. But then you discover that several parties might have a legal right to portions of your compensation, and suddenly that settlement doesn’t look quite as generous as you thought. Medical liens can dramatically reduce what you actually take home. Understanding who can place […]
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You’ve been injured in an Uber accident. Now you’re wondering who’s actually responsible for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain. Can you sue Uber directly? The answer isn’t simple, and it depends heavily on the specific circumstances of your crash. Understanding Uber’s Liability Structure Uber calls itself a technology platform. That’s it. Just software […]
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Insurance companies will tell you everything’s based on data. Algorithms. Risk assessment. Cold, hard numbers that don’t care who you are, but that’s not quite true. Human beings still make these decisions, and they bring their biases with them. Women pursuing personal injury claims get treated differently from men with similar injuries. I see it […]
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What you do in the hours and days after an accident matters more than most people realize. Some decisions seem completely harmless in the moment, but end up causing serious problems for your case later. I’ve seen it happen countless times. Someone makes what feels like a minor mistake, and suddenly their entire claim is […]
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Tractor Trailer Settlement
Our client was crossing one of the busier intersections in Atlanta when a negligent truck driver struck them unexpectedly, suffering a broken hand and leg fracture. We secured a seven-figure settlement for our client’s pain and suffering.
$550,000
Car Accident
Client was driving when their vehicle was overturned by a truck, leaving the client with broken ribs. After hard litigation, our firm won over a half-million dollar settlement for our client’s medical bills and suffering.
$300,000
Commercial Truck Accident
Our client was driving in Atlanta when a commercial truck struck them. The truck driver’s negligence resulted in a left shoulder injury. Following a brief round of negotiations, we were able to settle on a six-figure settlement for our client’s injuries.
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