Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers In Carrollton
Most personal injuries happen because of negligence. A motorist, worker, property owner, employer or another party fails to do something they should, and as a result, you get physically injured.
When such injuries happen, Duke & Heath, Attorneys at Law, is here to help. Founding attorney Desiree D. Duke and our friendly, efficient staff work hard to provide the personal, responsive service that clients deserve. Our mission is to help you get the full amount of compensation you need to cover your medical bills, pain and suffering, property damage, lost income, and other damages.
Over the years, we have recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our Georgia clients. Let us help you seek compensation, too.
Get A Trial Lawyer On Your Side After Any Type Of Accident
Ms. Duke is an experienced trial attorney who is willing to fight the insurance companies to get you the appropriate medical care and money you need for your injuries. She is well-equipped to answer your questions and resolve issues related to:
- Car accidents, including those involving commercial trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, ATVs, skateboarders, uninsured motorists, drunk drivers and more
- Workers’ compensation claims for work injuries that occur either on the job site itself or while driving on company business
- Medical negligence, including failure to diagnose medical conditions, medication errors, surgery errors and birth injuries
- Premises liability accidents, including slips and falls, injuries arising from lack of security, dog attacks and public nuisance injuries
- Fatal accidents involving the wrongful death of a family member due to another party’s negligence or wrongdoing
We are committed to helping those injured in motor vehicle accidents. We will listen carefully to your side of the story and negotiate with insurance companies. Our personal injury lawyers are ready to represent you in court so you may overcome lost income and the other costs of your injury.
Georgia Personal Injury Law FAQs
Many people are looking for answers to many personal injury matters. Below are answers to frequently asked questions we receive from clients.
Do I really need a lawyer after my accident?
Regardless of what kind of injuries you sustained, you have to make sure your rights are protected. The only way to ensure you are protected is to have an attorney to represent your interests. You will likely not know the technical legal rules that apply to your case, nor will you know the courtroom procedures. A great attorney is worth every penny he or she costs.
Can’t I settle with the insurance company for my car accident without an attorney?
You can settle without an attorney. However, the insurance company has lawyers working for it, and it is the adjuster’s job to give you as little compensation for your injuries as possible. You also may not realize that there are other parties that may be liable for your injuries. Having an attorney is crucial to ensuring that you are adequately compensated.
What happens if I can’t afford to go see a doctor after my accident?
Even if you don’t have health insurance, it’s important for you to obtain medical care for your injuries. We can help you with this. We regularly work with all types of doctors — from neurologists to orthopedic specialists — to help clients obtain the treatment they require.
In most cases, we can negotiate with the medical providers to accept payment after you receive compensation from your personal injury case. This means you don’t have to pay anything upfront.
How much money can I get for my injuries?
There is no easy answer to this question. How much your personal injury case is worth depends on many factors. These include your age, your earning ability, the type of injury you sustained, how severe the injury is, whether you will be able to go back to work, how much your medical bills are, whether you will need ongoing care and more.
The answer to this question also depends on whether you have professional legal representation or whether you accept the insurance company’s initial settlement offer (which is typically quite low).
Will I have to go to trial and appear before a judge?
Whether or not your case goes to trial will depend on what is in your best interests. When you have a skilled lawyer on your side, he or she can often negotiate with the insurance company to obtain a fair settlement offer. In these cases, you won’t have to present your case before a judge or jury.
However, if the insurance company refuses to offer a fair amount for your injuries and suffering, you may want to go to trial to seek the full amount of money you deserve. Founder Desiree D. Duke is an accomplished trial lawyer who is able to vigorously present your case in court, if necessary.
Can’t Afford To Go To The Doctor After An Accident? Let Our Carrollton Injury Lawyers Help.
You may think you can’t afford to get medical care after an accident because you don’t have health insurance. Don’t give up. At Duke & Heath, Attorneys at Law, we have helped numerous injury victims find the appropriate medical aid they need – without having to pay anything upfront.
Let Us Lift The Legal Burden Off Your Shoulders. Set Up A Free Consult Today.
We want to reduce your stress and make a positive difference. We charge only contingency fees in personal injury cases, which means you only have to pay us if we recover money for you. To schedule a free consultation, contact us online or by phone. Call 678-390-5577 for our Carrolton office, or 470-964-6279 for our Cartersville office.