Sandy Springs Personal Injury Lawyers
Are You in Need of a Personal Injury Attorney in Sandy Springs, Georgia?
If somebody's negligence resulted in you suffering a personal injury, they should have to pay for it. Butler Prather LLP is dedicated to holding the necessary people accountable for their negligent behavior. We'll file a claim or lawsuit seeking the compensation you need so you can focus on taking care of yourself and your loved ones.
Why Choose Us Over Other Sandy Springs Personal Injury Lawyers?
For over 30 years, Butler Prather LLP has been getting justice for accident victims in Sandy Springs. We've won record-breaking lawsuits against some of the largest companies in the world and are determined to help you find success with your Sandy Springs personal injury case.
Butler Prather LLP | Personal Injury Law Firm
- We've successfully represented clients in more than 30 states across the country.
- We've won nine verdicts over $100 million.
- We've won more than 60 verdicts and settlements over $10 million.
- We've won more than 175 verdicts and settlements over $1 million.
- Our partners are recognized by Super Lawyers based on peer reviews and independent research.
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Do I Have a Personal Injury Case in Sandy Springs?
Personal injury refers to harm or damage suffered by an individual due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another party. When you file a personal injury claim in Sandy Springs, you're seeking to hold responsible parties liable for actions that led to your injuries. Common examples of personal injury include car or motorcycle accidents, semi-truck collisions, and slip-and-falls.
When you meet with a Sandy Springs personal injury attorney at Butler Prather LLP for your free consultation, we'll advise you on the viability of your personal injury or wrongful death case.
What Types of Compensation Can I Recover?
Economic damages in Sandy Springs personal injury cases are designed to restore you to the financial position you were in before the injury occurred. A key component of this is medical expenses, which may include out-of-pocket costs for emergency room visits, surgeries, hospital stays, and ongoing medical costs like follow-up appointments and physical therapy.
Other considerations might include costs for medical devices like adjustable beds and mobility aids, such as wheelchairs, electric scooters, and walkers. Moreover, patients with catastrophic injuries frequently require home modifications, such as stair lifts, wheelchair ramps, voice-activated lighting, and accessible bathtubs.
Economic damages also cover lost wages due to time away from work and loss of future earning capacity if the injury affects the victim's ability to work long-term. In cases where the injury impacts future earning capacity, professional testimony may be required to estimate long-term financial loss. Lost wages may also include potential overtime pay that you would have earned if not for the injury. Documentation such as pay stubs, tax returns, and employer statements are critical to substantiate these claims. For self-employed individuals, calculations may involve assessing previous income records and potential lost business opportunities.
Noneconomic damages are not easily quantifiable, as they pertain to the emotional and psychological impact of the injury. Common elements of this include pain and suffering, which account for the physical discomfort and emotional distress endured by the victim. Also, emotional distress may encompass anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that arises from the incident. Reduced quality of life is also evaluated by considering personal limitations and lifestyle changes imposed by the injury.
How a Sandy Springs Personal Injury Attorney Can Help
Butler Prather LLP will conduct a thorough investigation to determine liability. Then, we will file a claim against all negligent parties. Our investigation starts with gathering important information such as police reports, medical records, incident reports, dashcam footage, surveillance video, and photographs from the accident. We also conduct witness interviews and call upon professional testimony to build a compelling case.
The next step is negotiating with insurance companies. Insurance agents are trained to engage in tactics designed to minimize settlements because that's the best way for the company to increase its profits. That's why it's essential to have a skilled negotiator like Butler Prather LLP on your side. Our goal is to maximize your settlement by articulating the strength of your claim. But if negotiations reach a stalemate, we're prepared to take your case to trial and pursue the compensation you deserve.
Don't Wait | The Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury in Georgia
The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit in Georgia is two years, and there are additional procedures and deadlines that must be met. Butler Prather LPP will make sure all your paperwork is correctly submitted.
Understanding Negligence in a Sandy Springs Personal Injury Case
Negligence occurs when someone fails to exercise reasonable care, which causes you to suffer some type of injury or loss. In these cases, you may be eligible to receive compensation to cover the expenses resulting from the other party's negligence.
The experienced litigators at Butler Prather LLP handle many types of personal injury cases in Sandy Springs. For example, car accidents typically arise from driver negligence, such as DUI, driving too fast, distracted driving, fatigued driving, disobeying traffic laws, making unsafe maneuvers, and ignoring traffic signals. Meanwhile, motorcycle accidents often result from careless drivers who fail to look out for motorcycles.
Trucking accidents cause catastrophic injuries due to the immense size and weight of a big-rig truck. Semi-trucks take twice as long to stop as regular passenger vehicles, and that's why it's crucial for trucking companies to hire only experienced employees with safe driving records. Unfortunately, though, many trucking firms cut corners when it comes to safety—even overlooking dangerous driving behavior to speed up deliveries and increase their profits. While federal hours of service (HOS) regulations are designed to reduce such behavior, trucking firms that ignore these laws contribute to horrible crashes.
On another note, product liability involves holding manufacturers or sellers accountable for placing defective or dangerous products in the hands of consumers. Manufacturers, distributors, marketers, and sellers can all be liable for the injuries and fatalities caused by product defects. This liability includes products that cause injuries when used as directed or the failure to provide adequate warnings.
Regarding premises liability law, we'll hold businesses and property owners accountable for accidents and injuries that occur on their property due to unsafe conditions. For example, slip-and-fall claims are prevalent, often arising from hazardous conditions on someone else's property.
Some of Our Personal Injury Case Results
Auto Product Liability - $17,716,401
Wheeler v. Ford Motor Company, et al., State Court, Clayton County, Georgia. Plaintiffs Lynn and Douglas Wheeler won their design defect and failure to warn claims against Ford Motor Company relating to the 2002 Ford Explorer. On Christmas morning 2005, 58-year-old Lynn Wheeler was seated in the rear center seat of her son's 2002 Ford Explorer, wearing the lap-only seat belt Ford installed for that seating position when another vehicle struck the Explorer head-on. In the crash, the latch on the Explorer rear bench seat broke, and the seat collapsed and began to fold down and forward. The lap-only seat belt caused Ms. Wheeler to jackknife over and strike her head on the back of the front seat. As a result, Lynn Wheeler suffered a catastrophic spinal cord injury that left her quadriplegic.
Ford denied all responsibility. However, at trial, plaintiffs proved that Ford knew from previous crash tests and internal documents that its rear center seats and restraint systems were failing and endangering passengers. Plaintiffs proved Ford planned to install a safer design—including a three-point belt instead of a lap-only belt—in the 2002 Explorer but decided to delay that design to a later model year.
At the conclusion of the trial, the jury awarded $17,716,401 for Lynn Wheeler and her husband's claims. The jury also separately found that Ford's conduct showed reckless disregard for safety and decided to award additional punitive damages against Ford. After a second phase of trial, while the jury was out deciding what punitive damages amount to award, Ford settled the case with a confidential settlement amount.
Class Action / Chemical Exposure - $22,000,000
Morrell et al. v. Honeywell f/k/a Allied Chemical Co., U.S. District Court, Southern Dist. of Georgia. Lead Plaintiff Tony Morrell and over 100 former employees who had worked at a chlor-alkali chemical plant in Glynn County, Georgia, were exposed to high levels of mercury, PCBs, and other chemicals as a result of defective equipment, leaks, and poor site management. Each of the plaintiffs/employees was thoroughly examined by a neurologist who made specific findings regarding the effects of their exposure to mercury and other chemicals.
After substantial discovery that lasted several years, extensive medical review, professional testimony, and multiple efforts to dismiss the case, the defendant paid $22 million to resolve the workers' claims prior to trial. The money was allocated among the workers by a Special Master based on a matrix of court-ordered categories, including the type of work, amount of exposure, and objective medical findings.
What People Have to Say About Us
"Always Three Steps Ahead" - Zack Hendon (5-Star Google Review)
I associated […] Butler Prather LLP to help me bring justice to two boys whose father was killed in a terrible accident. This was a complex premises liability case involving a multinational corporation. Butler Prather LLP was always three steps ahead of these defendants. When they say they are "exceptional trial lawyers," this is not just a slogan, but it is a way of life.
"Highly Professional Organization" - Roy Burns (5-Star Google Review)
My wife was involved in a terrible wreck, hit by a large truck that ran a RED LIGHT! One of my brothers told me about this law firm, Butler Prather LLP! After praying to God to help my wife recover from this wreck, the second best thing was calling [Butler Prather LLP]. This firm operates as a highly professional organization, competent and extremely loyal to its clients. When you are assigned an attorney to work your case, you also meet a team of professionals. And they all come to work for you; my wife and I called it "Total Coverage," from start to finish, your team is hard at work [...] to win your case for you! A very satisfied client!
"Impressive Advocacy Behind the Scenes" - Center for Auto Safety (5-Star Google Review)
Butler Prather LLP has stood at the forefront of the fight for auto safety for decades. No law firm has fought harder or more effectively for its clients. Through its impressive record of verdicts and its equally impressive advocacy behind the scenes, there is nobody better than Butler Prather LLP.
Let Butler Prather LLP Help You Today!
Contact our Georgia law firm at (706) 322-1990 for highly responsive and trustworthy legal guidance on your personal injury case.
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Personal Injury FAQs
What should I do after an accident occurs?
Call 911 if your injuries require immediate medical treatment. Take pictures or videos of the accident scene. Collect contact information from anyone who witnessed the event and request insurance information from anyone who may be liable for your injuries. See your doctor right away and report all symptoms, even if they seem minor. Contact Butler Prather LLP at (706) 322-1990 to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer in Sandy Springs as soon as possible.
What factors influence the size of a personal injury settlement in Georgia?
A major consideration for your settlement amount is the extent of the injuries suffered and your medical costs, including the need for long-term care. The skill and experience of your lawyer also play a major role in determining the success of your case's outcome.
What if the defendant is a large business or corporation?
Butler Prather LLP has successfully taken on some of the most powerful businesses in America, including major automakers. We have the resources and experience to go toe-to-toe with anybody.
What documents should I bring to my free consultation with Butler Prather LLP?
You'll want to bring your medical records, the insurance policy, police or incident reports, and any letters, emails, or other type of written communication you've had with the insurance company.