Valuing Georgia Car Accident Claims

Establishing what your damages are worth is a crucial aspect of your car accident case, for both you and the attorney representing you. There are three types of damages that are generally recovered after a car accident caused by another's negligence. They are:

• Special damages - These are damages that can be proven to an exact amount, usually by utilizing receipts or bills. They generally consist of expenses related to medical treatment, medication, lost wages, and travel expenses.
• General damages - These are damages that cannot be proven to an exact amount, and usually consist of "pain and suffering" that is experienced as a result of the accident. This can include stress, depression, anxiety, and the loss of social or family events.
• Punitive damages - These are meant to punish the person or persons responsible for the accident, and they are not available in every case. They are awarded in addition to other damages by a jury, if it is deemed that it is appropriate to do so.

For help in determining what your injury claim is worth, contact an Atlanta car accident attorney at Van Sant Law, LLC. Our firm has extensive knowledge regarding how personal injury cases work, and we are able to accurately determine what manner of compensation a person will be able to secure after an accident. In providing assistance in your case, we will fight the insurance company in an effort to obtain maximum compensation for your injuries, or, if necessary, take legal action against the responsible party.

Factors Determining a Case's Worth

There are several factors that determine what type of compensation you will be entitled to after your accident. These factors can increase or decrease your case's value, depending on the circumstances surrounding the accident. They include:

• The type of injury you have sustained
• Your age
• The type of witness you are
• The type of witness is the responsible party
• Testimony from other witnesses
• Extent of property damage
• Prior injuries

Contact an Atlanta car accident lawyer who will consult with you after your accident and help you determine what your case may be worth.