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The notion that the careless...","datePublished":"2024-09-20","dateModified":"2025-08-07","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/author\/kenbernard\/#Person","name":"Ken Bernard","url":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/author\/kenbernard\/","identifier":7,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/2c8989e3a6ded75e4fe0fae6e90fc6dfec65eaf7676e8cefa113ad6e8e2d6c66?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/2c8989e3a6ded75e4fe0fae6e90fc6dfec65eaf7676e8cefa113ad6e8e2d6c66?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Sherrod & Bernard, P.C.","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/SB-Logo-1.png","url":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/SB-Logo-1.png","width":300,"height":109}},"url":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/avoid-common-mistakes-after-a-car-wreck\/","video":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"VideoObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zUnIH_D2qR0#VideoObject","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zUnIH_D2qR0","name":"How Much Do Car Accident Lawyers Charge in Georgia - Sherrod & Bernard, P.C.","description":"For more about car accident cases, please visit: https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/how-much-do-car-accident-lawyers-charge-in-georgia\/\n__________________________________\nSherrod & Bernard, P.C. - Personal Injury Lawyers in Douglasville\n8470 Price Ave \nDouglasville, GA 30134\nPhone: (770) 920 - 8350\nwww.sherrodandbernard.com","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/zUnIH_D2qR0\/default.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/zUnIH_D2qR0\/mqdefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/zUnIH_D2qR0\/hqdefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/zUnIH_D2qR0\/sddefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/zUnIH_D2qR0\/maxresdefault.jpg"],"uploadDate":"2024-09-20T15:29:31+00:00","duration":"PT1M56S","embedUrl":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zUnIH_D2qR0","publisher":{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCNK4EK-AuNLyADEP1Gsgx7w#Organization","url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCNK4EK-AuNLyADEP1Gsgx7w","name":"Sherrod and Bernard","description":"When you are in a legal bind, you need an experienced attorney you can count on to provide you with skilled representation and sound legal counsel. Every lawyer under the sun will tell you that he or she is the right person for the job, but you need a firm backed with a successful track record. You need the firm of Sherrod & Bernard, serving the Douglasville area.\n\nAfter attending the University of Georgia together, attorneys John Sherrod and Ken Bernard founded the law firm of Sherrod & Bernard, P.C. in 1992. From the very beginning, the goal of our firm has been to provide each and every client with the quality personal service and skilled representation they deserve. You can count on our work ethic and our commitment to our clients.\n\nYou need a highly skilled attorney to successfully resolve your legal issues. One of our lawyers can help. 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With the increased use of handheld devices by motorists, the chances of being involved in a car collision has never been greater. Daily, our firm sees victims injured due to the carelessness of another driver. The notion that the careless driver\u2019s insurance company will take care of you is absurd. Insurance companies are in business to make profits by paying out less on claims than they take in on premiums.If you are involved in a serious car collision, here are some tips to avoid common pitfalls as you navigate through the claim process in the insurance world:Document, Document, DocumentDo not rely on the investigating police officer to properly document the incident scene. Most officers are overworked and sometimes in a hurry to clear traffic. Be certain that you tell the officer exactly what happened and what specifically the other driver did wrong. A police report that places any blame on you can make an insurance recovery nearly impossible. If possible, make your own photographs and diagrams of the scene and cars, keep a detailed journal throughout your recovery, and take numerous pictures of any visible injuries.Seek Immediate Medical AttentionThe biggest mistake that we see clients make is taking the attitude that they will get better and that there is no need to see a doctor. As days pass, the pain gets more intense. We see clients continuing to be stubborn and trying to self-medicate with hot baths and over-the-counter pain relievers. After weeks pass, you can no longer handle the pain and you finally see a physician. The first question from the insurance adjuster will be, \u201cIf your client was hurt so bad, why did he wait ten days to go to the doctor? We just don\u2019t see this case having much value since your client waited so long to go to the doctor.\u201dIf injured, it is imperative that you seek medical care immediately. You should follow your doctor\u2019s instructions regarding follow-up care, including getting any diagnostic tests that are recommended. Do not give the insurance company a reason to deny your claim; avoid lapses in treatment.\ufeffSpeak with a LawyerIf you find yourself in a wreck involving injuries, you should consult with an attorney before you ever talk to the insurance company. An attorney will advise you on the do\u2019s and don\u2019ts of providing a recorded statement, on issues involving property damage, and assist you in gathering all the information needed to present your claim for the best possible resolution. If the insurance company refuses to be fair, a good attorney will help determine the best options for you as your case proceeds through the legal system.Dealing with insurance companies can be extremely stressful, and to make matters worse, you may have to go through the process while trying to recover from major\u00a0injuries. These tips will help you maximize your recovery for the harms caused by the at-fault driver.Visit Our Georgia Car Accident Injury Law Offices"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Avoid Common Mistakes After A Car Wreck in Georgia","item":"https:\/\/www.sherrodandbernard.com\/blog\/avoid-common-mistakes-after-a-car-wreck\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]