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A KNOWLEDGEABLE, SUCCESSFUL, AND COMPASSIONATE TEAM OF PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS IN Georgia 

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• What multi-vehicle accidents unique?

• Potential means of recovery

• What to do if you’ve been in a multi-vehicle collision

• Damages and compensation you can recover in Georgia

• Common injuries in crashes

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Multi-vehicle crashes are often more severe and more complex in their analysis. The introduction of other parties invites multiple stories, theories of liability and routes to your recovery. To best represent you, these cases require investigation, knowledge of laws and experience.

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WHAT MAKES MULTI-VEHICLE ACCIDENTS UNIQUE?

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A crash involving multiple cars means your attorney will do a unique analysis of negligence for every party involved, potentially including you. To sort this matter, the court will make use of a concept known as comparative negligence. This allows fault to be split up amongst all parties and will affect where percentages of your recovery comes from. Your attorney will also ensure that there is no potential for you to be liable if the narrative of the crash deems that to be necessary. Your actions have the potential to affect your recovery and ability to get the full amount of your damages.

By adding more parties, your attorney will be dealing with multiple insurance companies and policies as well.

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POTENTIAL MEANS OF RECOVERY

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Every individual involved in the crash represents a source of recovery. Your attorney will begin by getting the insurance information of all the individuals in the crash. This will reveal how much money is available and where the money comes from. Each insurer will uniquely attempt to fight against their responsibility to get you payment for your injuries. To do this, your attorney will be managing seeveral different theories of liability and emphasizing your injuries to their appropriate seriousness. 

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If any of the drivers who are at fault does not have insurance, your own car insurance may be able to step up and pay that driver’s percentage of fault. A review of your insurance will show if you have uninsured motorist coverage to help you pay for your injuries. 

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WHAT TO DO IF YOU’VE BEEN IN A MULTI-VEHICLE COLLISION

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In some ways, being in a multi-vehicle accident is like being in multiple crashes in quick succession. When possible, stay on the scene so that police and EMTs can find you. As soon as possible, give legal and medical professionals your best recollection of events and individuals roles in them that led to your injuries. Seek necessary medical attention from professionals as well and follow any instructions given by those treating your injuries. Additionally, ensure that you 

To ensure the greatest outcome, contact your attorney and inform any insurance agents that you are represented by counsel and you will have your attorney reach out on your behalf. 

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DAMAGES AND COMPENSATION YOU CAN RECOVER IN GEORGIA

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Serious injuries can and do occur in crashes, especially when more than two cars are involved. You may need extensive medical care, or even long-term care after an accident. Fortunately, you may be able to recover some of those losses, including: 

• Medical expenses, including emergency care and ongoing treatments

• Lost wages

• Reduced or loss of earning capacity

• Long term disability 

• Property damage

• Pain and suffering, including emotional injuries

• Diminished quality of life

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If you or a loved one has been badly injured due to driver’s negligence and would like to discuss what possible damages you could recover, contact The Walker Law offices, for a case evaluation.

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COMMON INJURIES IN CRASHES

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When you are in an accident, you can be left with a variety of severe injuries, including: 

• Bone fractures and lacerations, including skull fractures 

• Spinal cord injury

• Joint damage

• Traumatic brain injuries

• Back spasms

• Whiplash

• Crush injuries

• Cuts, bruises, and abrasions

• Disfigurement 

• Paralysis

• Wrongful death of a spouse or other family member

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Crashes involving multiple vehicles are more tedious and detailed than the typical one on one collision. The impact on your life can be severe and deserves the appropriate time and care to get you the best possible result. 

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