Cordele Car Accident Lawyer

Cordele Car Accident Attorney

Have you or a loved one been involved in a car accident in Cordele? Call our Cordele accident attorneys at 229-469-8266.

The city of Cordele, also known as the Watermelon Capital of the World, is a wonderful place to live and raise a family. Although Cordele sits somewhat isolated from I-75, recently there has been an increase in automobile accidents.

Have you been injured in a car accident in Cordele? Get in touch with us today at 229-469-8266.

It’s important that you choose a law firm that specializes in car accidents to handle your claim.  We treat each client with respect and do our best to get them favorable results.  Your initial consultation will be with our attorney, he will discuss with you the pros and potential cons of your case and discuss which laws apply.  One issue the attorney may discuss with you is the statute of limitations.  The statute of limitation in Georgia is two years meaning you have two years from the date of your accident to file your case.  After meeting with the attorney, your case will be assigned to a case manager who will be your liaison during the time you are receiving medical treatment.

Depending on the type of accident you are involved in; our Cordele Car Accident Attorneys can go to the scene or meet you at the hospital. Often adjusters from the insurance company will go to the hospital to speak you about the accident, if the accident was serious.  Never speak with an insurance adjuster without first speaking with your attorney.

• Rear end collision
• T-Bone
• Vehicle Totaled
• Shattered Windshield
• Rental Car

If you did not cause the accident, you may be entitled to compensation. We have an excellent track record of winning injury and accident cases across Georgia and can help you or your loved one get the compensation you deserve.

If you have been injured in a car accident in Cordele, call us today at 229-469-8266. Here are a few types of injuries our past clients have had:

• Achilles Tendon Injury.
• ACL Injuries.
• Ankle Injury.
• Concussions.
• Dislocated Shoulder.
• Groin Pull.
• Hamstring Injuries.

Make sure that you reach out to Merritt & Merritt Law Firm if you or a loved one is involved in a car accident in Cordele. You can contact us at 229-469-8266 or 1-800-738-WE-WIN. Our primary concern is ensuring you get complete settlement for any injuries or damages caused to your vehicle, and will do everything in our power to ensure a comprehensive victory for you in court.

Will my insurance rates increase after a car accident?

Being in a car accident causes financial detriment for many people. As experienced Cordele car accident attorneys we see it all the time. On top of missing work, many car accident victims are left with high hospital bills and a motor vehicle in need of repair or replacement. Finally, most people that have been in a motor vehicle accident also have to face an increase in their insurance rates when they are at fault for the accident occurring. How much the premiums increase will vary based on several different factors, including:

• Driver’s complete driving record
• Extent of damages to other driver
• Percentage of fault
• Policy of the insurer

Because of the fear that their insurance rates will increase, many people in accidents wonder if they have to report a car accident to their insurance company. Pursuant to Ga. Code §40-6-273, “(t)he driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury or death of any person or property damage to an apparent extent of $500.00 or more shall immediately, by the quickest means of communication, give notice of such accident to the local police department if such accident occurs within a municipality. If such an accident occurs outside a municipality, such notice shall be given to the office of the county sheriff or to the nearest office of the state patrol.”

However, drivers not at fault for an accident do not need to fear an insurance rate increase. Under Ga. Code §33-9-40, “(n)o insurer shall surcharge the premium or rate on a policy of motor vehicle insurance or cancel such policy as a result of the insured person’s involvement in a multivehicle accident when such person was not at fault in such accident.”

Emergency Contact Information:

Cordele Police Department
501 N. 7th St.
Cordele, GA  31015
229-276-2921

Crisp Regional Hospital
902 North 7th Street
Cordele, GA 31015
229-276-3100