Personal Injury

Understanding Personal Injury Law in Georgia

Suffering a personal injury in Georgia can turn your world upside down. From car accidents to slip and falls, these incidents often lead to physical pain, emotional distress, lost wages, and mounting medical bills. Knowing your rights and the steps to take after an injury is crucial for protecting your future. Personal injury law in Georgia allows victims to seek compensation when someone else’s negligence causes them harm. The Pilgrim Law Group is committed to helping you pursue the justice and financial recovery you deserve, so you can focus on healing while we handle the fight.

What is Personal Injury?

Personal injury law in Georgia allows individuals who have been harmed by someone else’s wrongdoing to seek financial compensation for their losses. This includes cases such as car accidents, slip and falls, malpractice, and other incidents that cause physical, emotional and/or financial harm. Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means you can recover damages as long as you were less than 50% at fault. The Pilgrim Law Group helps injured clients understand their rights and fight for the compensation they deserve.

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How Does A Personal Injury Affect You?

Personal injuries don’t just cause physical pain; they often disrupt every aspect of daily life, from work and finances to mental health and mobility.

Lost Productivity

According to the National Safety Council, in 2022, over 70 million workdays were lost due to injuries. This translates into significant financial and lifestyle impacts, including lost income and employment disruption.

Medical Costs

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the average hospital stay after an injury costs over $11,000, not including follow-up care, rehabilitation, or long-term treatment expenses that often burden individuals and families.

Pain and Mobility Issues

A study from the National Institutes of Health found that more than 50% of people who suffer moderate to severe injuries experience chronic pain or mobility limitations, which can affect daily tasks like driving, working, exercising, or caring for family.

Mental Health Effects

The American Psychological Association notes that injury victims frequently report anxiety, depression, and PTSD, especially when recovery is prolonged or the injury results in permanent disability.

Auto Accidents

Car accidents are a leading cause of personal injury claims in Georgia. The Georgia Department of Public Health ranks motor vehicle crashes among the top causes of injury-related hospitalizations and emergency room visits in the state.

Do You Know What to Do if You’re Injured in an Accident?

  1. If you need police or other emergency services, immediately call 911.
  2. Try to take photographs of the scene if you are able to.
  3. Cooperate with police and other emergency services.
  4. Do not volunteer information.
  5. Seek medical care for your injuries as soon as possible.
  6. If you meet with an attorney for a consult, provide any information or documents you have.
  7. Allow the attorney to communicate with third parties and to request information.

 

 

How the Pilgrim Law Group Can Help

An injury caused by someone else’s negligence shouldn’t impact your future. Contact The Pilgrim Law Group today to discuss your case and take the first step toward the compensation you deserve.

 
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