Personal Injury Archives

Step-By-Step Guide for Filing a Personal Injury Claim

July 31, 2025 | The King Firm | Personal Injury

If you are seriously injured in any type of accident, you will be facing a long recovery and likely exorbitant hospital bills. The silver lining, though, is that you may not have to pay those bills on your own. In Georgia, like many states across the country, if another party was responsible for your...

What Is the Average Personal Injury Settlement Amount?

July 31, 2025 | The King Firm | Personal Injury

When someone gets hurt because of another person's actions or negligence, they may be able to file a personal injury claim. This claim is a legal way to demand compensation (called a “settlement”) to cover medical bills, lost wages, pain, and other damages. One of the most common questions people have is: “How much...

Is a Herniated Disc a Spinal Cord Injury?

July 30, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury

A herniated disc often causes pain, weakness, or numbness. Some people call it a slipped disc or a ruptured disc. The condition affects the spine and may create confusion about whether it qualifies as a spinal cord injury. To answer that, you need to examine how herniated discs form, what parts of the spine...

How Do Lawyers Get Paid if They Lose a Case?

July 8, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury

When people think about hiring a lawyer—especially for a personal injury case—they often worry about cost. One of the most common questions is: How do lawyers get paid if they lose a case? The answer depends on the type of case, the payment agreement in place, and the law firm’s policy. Understanding how legal...

What Georgia Cities Have the Most Car Accidents?

June 19, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury

Car accidents are a common sight throughout Georgia every year. Only the smallest and most isolated of communities could potentially claim to lack any type of motor vehicle accident happening within their borders. However, just as one Georgia city differs from another, there can be vast differences in the number of crashes that various...

How Much Do Accident Lawyers Charge in Georgia?

May 7, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury

If you’ve been injured in a car crash, slip and fall, or other accident in Georgia, you may be wondering how much it will cost to hire a personal injury lawyer. The good news is that most accident attorneys in Georgia work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay anything upfront....

How Hard Is It to Win a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

May 5, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury

Many people wonder about their chances of success when filing a claim after getting hurt because of someone else's carelessness. Winning a personal injury lawsuit is challenging, but not impossible, depending on the specific facts of your case. While each case is different, knowing the basics of personal injury law can help you understand...

Basic Personal Injury Settlement Breakdown: How Much Goes in My Pocket?

May 5, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury

Personal injury settlements work like most things in life do, meaning what you see is not necessarily what you get. In other words, your “take-home pay” will be less than the amount you negotiate, likely by quite a wide margin. You need to take this into account when formulating the amount of your settlement...

Is It Possible to File a Claim Without a Police Report in Georgia?

May 2, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury

Accidents and injuries can leave victims reeling, especially when they are unsure about what to do next. For some incidents, the law is clear. For example, Georgia drivers are typically advised to call the police after a car crash. However, not every situation is clear, and police reports can become an afterthought until they’re...

What Are Most Lawyers’ Fees for an Accident?

April 22, 2025 | The King Firm Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury

Many accident victims do not seek help from accident lawyers because they believe they cannot afford to hire a personal injury attorney. The truth is that you can hire an accident attorney without paying any attorneys' fees upfront. Keep reading to learn more about contingency fees for accident cases in Macon, GA. What Is...