the Athens Personal Injury lawyer

When it comes to filing a personal injury claim in Georgia, time is of the essence. In most circumstances, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit or have your claim resolved. This is known as the statute of limitations. However, it is very important to obtain our services as soon as possible after an incident due to evidence that could be lost, witnesses that need to be identified, and countless other items that can only occur immediately after a crash or an incident causing serious injury.

If you do not file a lawsuit within two years from the date of the incident then your claim will be forever barred from recovery.

Filing your claim as soon as possible, with the help of our Athens Personal Injury Lawyer at The Law Office of Joshua W. Branch, LLC, greatly increases your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome and putting this chapter of your life behind you.

Punitive damages are separate from economic and non-economic damages. While those two damage types are meant to compensate the plaintiff for losses, punitive damages are used to penalize the conduct of the defendant(s). Punitive damages are rarely approved by courts, but when it is, the defendant has usually been accused of egregious negligence or criminal wrongdoing. Your case might not include punitive damages due to the rare circumstances in which they are available; however, the skilled attorneys at The Law Office of Joshua W. Branch will be able to explain whether these are available for your case or not.

• Economic damages (also called “special damages”) are financial losses related to tangible harm and expenses. Typically, any cost that can be tracked on a bill, receipt, paystub, etc. can be a type of economic damage.
• Non-economic damages (also called “general damages”) are losses related to intangible harm and losses that aren’t easily quantified. Pain, suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and shortened life expectancy after a catastrophic injury are among the most common non-economic damage types.

Your injury claim will likely include both types of damages when calculating and pursuing compensation. Rest assured, The Law Office of Joshua W. Branch has the utmost skill in recognizing and utilizing all damages available to maximize your case.

Typically, we ask that our clients bring any and all important documentation and details about their accidents. For example, police reports and medical records can provide great summaries of what happened and why – which our legal team can review in a consultation. Also, pictures are a very important element of our approach as we lay the foundation of your case – so if you have them, please bring them. If you have something to bring but aren’t sure if it's useful, please go ahead and bring it with you.

Although most successful personal injury claims are resolved through settlement negotiations, some only succeed by taking the matter to court. At The Law Office of Joshua W. Branch, LLC, our Athens, GA personal injury lawyers understand the benefits of settlement negotiations, which can put money in our client’s pockets sooner rather than later. We also know that settlements aren’t always possible, so we prepare each case as if it is headed toward litigation and trial. This intentional approach to preparedness has been integral in some of our biggest case results. We always keep our clients’ best interests in mind as we develop our case strategies and we always work closely with our clients to ensure that they are informed about every step of the process.

If you recently suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, it's natural to wonder how much your personal injury case is worth.

The value of a personal injury case can depend on a variety of factors, including:

• The severity of your injuries
• The cost of your medical treatments
• The impact on your employment
• The extent of your pain and suffering
• The amount of available insurance
• Any future medical treatment
• Residual health issues
• And more

To determine the value of your particular personal injury case, it's important to consult with The Law Office of Joshua W. Branch, LLC. Our Athens Personal Injury Lawyer can evaluate your case and help you understand what compensation you may be entitled to. While every case is different, the right representation can help maximize the value of your settlement or verdict. At The Law Office of Joshua W. Branch, LLC, we’ve won millions for our clients, just like you Remember that it is a free consultation and you will never come out of your pocket (not one penny) for the representation because it will be a percentage of the recovery.

External physical injuries like broken bones and lacerations can be simpler to prove than internal injuries like concussions and certain organ injuries. Psychological injuries, like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or anxiety, can also be difficult to prove. If you have been diagnosed with such an injury, you will need the utmost professional legal services available – which you can find at The Law Office of Joshua W. Branch. We are here to help prove that your injuries, and their consequences, are real, that they were caused by the liable party, and that you deserve justice.

We are proud to offer free initial consultations in Athens, GA (and throughout the State of Georgia) to injured victims who are looking for legal counsel. Without paying us so much as a cent, you can discuss the key details of your case, learn more about your legal options, and decide if we’re the right fit. Our free consultations are just one of the many ways we put our clients first. You will never find another law firm more dedicated to their clients’ plight of healing, justice, and maximized financial recovery than The Law Office of Joshua W. Branch.

Our Athens law office is located at 648 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, right in the heart of the five-points area in Athens, GA. The best way to get in touch with us, or schedule a free initial consultation at that office location, is to dial (706) 760-9220. You can also submit an online contact form if you prefer. Always know that we have someone ready to answer your calls 24/7 so that we can be there for you whenever you need us.