How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Case in Georgia?
After suffering an accident, clients often feel stressed, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next. However, it is essential to know your rights so that you do not lose your chance to hold the negligent party responsible for what they did to you.
In Georgia, in most personal injury cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury case. This deadline is known as the statute of limitations. After the statute of limitations has passed, you lose your right to pursue your claims against the parties responsible for your slip-and-fall, car accident, semi-truck accident or other personal injury accident.
If you have sustained an injury in an accident in Georgia, it is essential to contact a trusted attorney as soon as possible to start your case. At Stewart, Melvin & Frost, our Trial Team of dedicated personal injury lawyers will work tirelessly to ensure your rights are protected. Our lawyers are experts in Georgia law and will investigate and collect evidence for your case so that you can receive the justice you deserve to move forward with your life.
Why You Should Not Wait to File Your Personal Injury Case
For many accident victims, two years may seem like an ample amount of time to contact a lawyer and file a case. However, there are several reasons you should not wait to act, including:
- Evidence can be lost or destroyed over time
- Witnesses to the accident may forget what exactly they saw
- You may lose the opportunity for a quick and fair settlement; and
- The other party’s insurance company could cause intentional delays
When you hire an experienced lawyer like those of the Trial Team of Stewart, Melvin & Frost, you can have peace of mind that your case is in good hands from start to finish. Our attorneys treat every case with unparalleled care and professionalism to ensure the rights of accident victims are protected.
“For us, it is about the Golden Rule,” says Andrew Gould, partner and member of the Trial Team of Stewart, Melvin & Frost. “We treat each client as we would want our family to be treated. It is why we are always responsive, professional and prepared. It takes long hours and dedication, but it is what every client of ours comes to expect and should expect.”
Partner with Our Experienced Personal Injury Trial Team at Stewart, Melvin & Frost
Although Georgia’s statute of limitations for personal injury cases has a few exceptions, it is critical to file a case as soon as possible to protect your right to compensation. The experienced Trial Team of Stewart, Melvin & Frost has been helping accident victims in Georgia hold folks accountable for over 30 years. When you partner with us, you can rest assured that your lawyer will conduct your case with the highest level of care and be a fierce advocate for your rights. “Accountability matters, and we will fight to make sure there is full accountability, even if that accountability must come from a jury,” says Gould.
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