What if I don’t satisfy the 3 factors in my Georgia negligence case?

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by Lisa Callahan lisacallahan@murphylawyer.com

8/12/2011
James K. Murphy
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What if I don’t satisfy the 3 factors in my Georgia negligence case?

When you're involved in an accident you'll want to seek compensation for your suffering. Before you go about filing a personal injury claim, an injury law firm in Temple, Georgia, can help you make sure you have a valid Georgia negligence case.

A Georgia negligence case must first satisfy 3 factors to be a legitimate case for compensation: duty, cause, and damages. Duty is the responsibility of the defendant to keep you from harm, cause is their negligent action(s) that resulted in the accident, and damages are the physical, financial and emotional suffering you endured due to the accident.If you are missing any of these 3 elements you most likely do not have grounds to file an injury claim. If an attorney tells you that you do not have a case, you may want to seek a second opinion if you are not satisfied with their answer.

After consulting with an attorney, they may also refer you to another attorney if they are not able to handle your case.

If you cannot prove the defendant owed you a duty of care, or their actions were not the cause of your accident, you may be told you don't have a claim at all.

There are many factors to consider when determining if you have a Georgia negligence case to file after an accident. You'll save yourself time and resources if you consult with an injury law firm in Temple, Georgia, first before starting the filing process alone.

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At Murphy & Associates our injury attorneys are ready to answer your questions about Georgia personal injury law. We make it a point to provide useful, free information, so you can make an educated decision before you choose to hire us.

If you have been injured and have questions about your accident or your potential Georgia negligence case, start by visiting our article library for relevant and helpful information regarding injuries and cases. You can watch our videos for information from and about James Murphy, or request our FREE books on what to do after an accident or when buying insurance in Georgia. Contact us today - 770-577-3020.