Motor Vehicle Accidents Archives

March 21, 2019

Two Pedestrians Hit by Car Outside the Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell; Justice Available?

By The Murray Law Firm

Two Pedestrians Hit by Car Outside the Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell. (AJC.com)

Roswell News

Two pedestrians were struck by a car in Roswell Wednesday, March 20, 2019. According to AJC.com, “[a] car hit two people outside the Chattahoochee Nature Center in Roswell…injuring the pedestrians as well as a 2-year-old girl riding in the car.” The news story reports “the man driving the car lost control and sideswiped another vehicle before hitting two adults,” and then “also struck a power pole.” The pedestrians and the child were taken to a local hospital the news outlet reports.

The investigation is ongoing.

Our Legal Take

As the details of this incident continue to develop, and if the driver is found to be at fault, the victims may elect to file civil claims for their injuries. Based upon its experience and success handling pedestrian claims in Georgia, The Murray Law Firm suggests that the victims should retain an experienced personal injury firm to protect their interests and ensure an unbiased investigation. Photographs of the roadways involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before any evidence is damaged or destroyed.

Our Results: Over $100 million dollars in verdicts and settlements

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars in verdicts and settlements for its Clients, including for victims of Georgia pedestrian accidents such as this one. We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 404.842.1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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DISCLAIMERS: The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request. The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case. “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.

March 20, 2019

Two Injured in Powder Springs Head-On Car Collision; Justice Available?

By The Murray Law Firm

Samuel K. Atcheson Injured in Powder Springs Head-On Car Collision

Two Injured in Powder Springs Head-On Car Collision. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Cobb County News

A motor vehicle accident involving two vehicles caused injuries to two individuals Tuesday morning, March 12, 2019. According to AJC.com, “[o]fficers were dispatched to the collision around 11:59 a.m. on Brownsville Road near Hill Road in Powder Springs.” MDJonline.com is reporting, “[a] brown 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer was headed north on Brownsville Road near Hill Road at about 11:55 a.m. when it crossed the double yellow line and collided head-on with a 2014 Ram 3500 truck that was headed south.” According to AJC.com, “[t]he drivers of both vehicles, who received non-life-threatening injuries, had to be extricated from their trucks…the driver of the Trailblazer, was airlifted to WellStar Atlanta Medical Center…Samuel K. Atcheson, 49, of Temple, who was behind the wheel of the Ram, was taken by ambulance to WellStar Kennestone Hospital for treatment.”

Media reports indicate the crash remains under investigation.

Our Legal Take

As the details of this tragedy continue to develop, and depending on who is deemed to be at fault in causing the accident, Samuel K. Atcheson may elect to seek justice and file a civil claim for his injuries. Based upon its extensive experience and success handling these types of motor vehicle claims in Georgia, The Murray Law Firm suggests that Mr. Atcheson should retain an experienced personal injury firm to protect their interests and ensure an unbiased investigation. Photographs of the roadways and vehicles involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before any evidence is damaged or destroyed.

Our Results: Over $100 Million in Verdicts and Settlements

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars in verdicts and settlements for its Clients, including for victims of Georgia motor vehicle accidents such as this one. We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at CALL NOW: 404-842-1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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DISCLAIMERS: The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request. The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case. “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.

March 18, 2019

Justice for Family? Gerard Smith Killed in Head-on Collision in Cobb County.

By The Murray Law Firm

Gerard Smith Killed in Head-on Collision in Cobb County. (AJC.com)

Cobb County News

A motor vehicle accident involving two Marietta drivers caused serious injuries and one death Wednesday morning, March 6, 2019. The two-vehicle accident happened on “South Cobb Drive east of Barclay Circle” according to AJC.com. The news story reports “Gerard Smith, 56, of Marietta, died at the scene after a car veered into his lane and collided with the front of his car.” According to CobbCountyCourier.com, the driver of the other vehicle “was taken to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital with serious injuries.”

The media outlets report that the collision remains under investigation.

Our Legal Take

As the details of this tragedy continue to develop, and depending on who is deemed to be at fault in causing the accident, the family of Gerard Smith may elect to seek justice and file a civil claim for their loss. Based upon its extensive experience and success handling these types of motor vehicle claims in Georgia, The Murray Law Firm suggests that Mr. Smith’s family should retain an experienced personal injury firm to protect their interests and ensure an unbiased investigation. Photographs of the roadways and vehicles involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before any evidence is damaged or destroyed.

Our Results: Over $100 Million in Verdicts and Settlements

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars in verdicts and settlements for its Clients, including for victims of Georgia motor vehicle accidents such as this one. We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at CALL NOW: 404-842-1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

Choosing the Right Attorney (CLICK HERE)

DISCLAIMERS: The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request. The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case. “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.