Georgia Personal Injury Blog

In order for your accident or injury claim to be successful, it is important to have documentary evidence. The documents you need will depend on the type of accident, the nature of your injury, and the extent of any damage sustained. You may find the following documents particularly helpful. However, it’s important to remember that…

After a car accident, your vehicle may be worth less than it was before—even after repairs are completed. This loss in value is called diminished value, and Georgia law allows you to recover compensation for it. If you’ve been in an accident that wasn’t your fault, understanding how to file a diminished value claim can…

  When you’re injured due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve compensation for more than just medical bills and lost wages. Pain and suffering damages help cover the physical pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life you experience. Understanding how these damages are calculated can help you know what to expect from your personal…

  When you suffer a serious injury, the medical bills pile up fast. From emergency room visits to surgeries and ongoing treatment, the costs add up quickly. But what about the care you’ll need months or years down the road? Understanding how to calculate future medical expenses in a personal injury claim can help you…

When a child suffers a serious injury due to someone else’s negligence, parents and guardians face a complex legal process to recover compensation. Unlike adults, minors cannot file personal injury claims on their own. Georgia law requires parents or legal guardians to navigate specific procedures to protect the child’s interests and ensure any settlement funds…

  When an insurance company denies your claim, it can feel like the end of the road. But a denial doesn’t mean you’re out of options. You have the right to appeal a denied insurance claim, and many denials can be overturned with the right approach. Chris Hudson Law Group helps clients throughout Augusta, Georgia,…

  Bicycle accidents can result in serious injuries that leave you facing mounting medical bills, lost income, and physical pain. If you’ve been injured in a bicycle accident in Augusta, Georgia, you have the right to pursue compensation from the at-fault driver. Understanding the claims process and your legal rights is the first step toward…

  If you’ve suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence in Georgia, you may have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit. Understanding the process helps you protect your legal rights and pursue fair compensation. This guide walks you through each step, with specific guidance for Augusta residents.Chris Hudson Law Group offers free…

A settlement offer represents a formal proposal from an insurance company or defendant to resolve your personal injury claim without going to trial. When you accept, you receive compensation in exchange for releasing the other party from further liability. Most personal injury cases in Georgia settle rather than proceed to trial because both parties benefit…

In the United States, fewer than two percent of all personal injury cases filed in federal court go to trial. The jury trial rate is even lower, at about 0.7 percent, based on national court statistics (Judicature). The vast majority of personal injury claims are resolved before trial through negotiation, settlement, or mediation. But when…