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If you have been seriously hurt in a car accident in Statesboro, then you are likely dealing with physical injuries, property damage, and an overall stressful situation. Our Statesboro, GA car accident lawyer is here to support you until recovery. At Chattahoochee Injury Law, we represent accident victims across Georgia on a contingency fee basis, which means there is no cost to you unless we recover compensation on your behalf. Contact us to schedule a free consultation.
There is no shortage of attorneys who will take on a car accident case. However, what matters is your team’s dedication and strategy when working for your benefit. Here is what sets our personal injury lawyer in Statesboro, GA apart from other attorneys.
Founding Attorney Ben Clary at Chattahoochee Injury Law has been handling car accident and personal injury cases in Georgia for 13 years. He is licensed to practice in Georgia and earned his law degree from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University. He understands how insurance companies approach claims in this state, what Georgia juries expect to see, and how adjusters are trained to respond to unrepresented claimants. His knowledge makes a difference when preparing your claim, during negotiations, and obtaining a fair settlement.
Attorney Clary has also been recognized by Super Lawyers and holds a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating, which is the highest possible rating for ethical standards and legal ability as assessed by peer attorneys and judges. Those ratings reflect a track record of success, not just longevity in practice.
We have helped car accident victims and their families recover millions of dollars in compensation, including a $5,600,000 result in a commercial car accident case and a $750,000 result in another. Results do vary by case, but we pursue every claim as if we are seeking the maximum settlement and are prepared to go to trial.
Chattahoochee Injury Law handles all car accident cases on a pure contingency fee basis. This means that you pay nothing to get started. If we do not recover compensation for you, then you don’t owe us at all. That structure means our interests are aligned with yours and there is no risk in recruiting our representation.
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“Ben Clary and his Paralegal Dominic were nothing but AMAZING! Since this was my first injury motor vehicle accident I had no idea what to expect. They were very informative from beginning to end. I had direct communication with my attorney AT ALL TIMES. He was literally a text/call a way. I loved that. I am very pleased with my experience with Chattahoochee Injury Law. Highly Recommend!” — Fabiola Winspeare
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Not every crash looks the same, and the legal issues that arise can vary significantly depending on how the collision happened and who was involved. We handle a broad range of motor vehicle accident claims throughout the Statesboro area and surrounding Bulloch County.
Georgia Legal Requirements for Car Accidents
Two statutes govern most car accident claims in Georgia, and both can directly affect how much compensation you are ultimately able to recover.
Statute of Limitations, O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33. Under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, injured parties have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in Georgia civil court. Missing that deadline almost always results in permanent loss of the right to seek compensation, regardless of how clear the liability may be. Two years sounds like a broad window, but it goes by faster than most people expect. What may happen over time is scene evidence deteriorates, witnesses become unavailable, other elements of proof cannot be found.
The Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety reported that Georgia saw approximately 1,674 traffic fatalities in 2023 alone, meaning crashes of every severity are common on state roads. If the statute of limitation passes, there are limited exceptions for still being able to seek payment, such as if the injured person was a minor at the time of the crash or the at-fault driver left the state before a lawsuit could be filed. However, these exceptions are narrow and should not be relied upon. Seeking immediate counsel is recommended.
Modified Comparative Fault, O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33. Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence system under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33. This means that your compensation is reduced in proportion to your percentage of fault. If a jury finds you were 20% responsible for the crash, your award is reduced by 20%. But if your fault reaches 50% or higher, you are unable to receive any monetary recovery, regardless of how serious your injuries are.
Insurance adjusters understand the rules when determining percentages for fault. They frequently argue that the injured party contributed to the collision, even when the evidence obviously shows otherwise. This is an attempt to reduce or eliminate their financial exposure. Attorney Benjamin knows how to counter that tactic, and how to build a record that assigns fault accurately. This can make a meaningful difference in the final outcome of a claim for his clients.
Georgia law allows accident victims to pursue several categories of compensation after a crash caused by another driver’s negligence.
Economic Damages are the quantifiable financial losses directly tied to the accident. Medical expenses tend to be the most significant, including emergency treatment, surgery, hospitalization, physical therapy, and any future care the injury requires. Other damages could be lost wages for income you were unable to earn while recovering and if your injuries affect your ability to work long-term. You can receive compensation for property damages you incurred from the accident.
Non-Economic Damages tend to include pain and suffering, emotional distress, anxiety, disruption to daily life, sleep difficulties, and the loss of activities or relationships that mattered to you before the crash. These damages are very real and legally recognized, but they require careful documentation and experienced advocacy to present effectively to an insurer or to a jury. Non-economic damages are not capped in most Georgia car accident cases, which means the value of your claim can be substantially higher than your medical bills suggest.
Punitive Damages may be awarded in cases involving especially reckless conduct, drunk driving accidents being the clearest example. Georgia courts may award punitive damages under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-5.1. These are intended to punish conduct that rises above ordinary negligence. They are not available in every case, but when the facts support them, they can significantly increase total recovery.
If you were injured in a vehicle collision in Statesboro, GA, do not delay. Our Statesboro car accident attorney takes cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing out of pocket to start, and you owe nothing unless we recover. Consultations are free and we respond promptly. We will be straightforward about what your claim may be worth, how Georgia law applies to your specific circumstances, and what the path forward looks like. Contact us today and let us review your situation.
