Category: Personal Injury

Personal injury cases can involve many complicated issues and questions. Even if you firmly believe that another party was at fault for your injury, the court and/or a jury may often require more concrete evidence in order to find another party liable for your losses. While injured victims may not…

Following an unexpected accident, it is understandable that your primary priority would be recovering from any injuries that you sustained. Such recovery may be lengthy, however, and some accident victims are left permanently disabled. Recovery may involve serious medical procedures, periods of rest, rehabilitative programs, and readjusting to everyday life….

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding details everything you need to bring upon first meeting with your personal injury attorney. He explains the importance of being prepared with as many pieces of evidence as possible to support your case.  What to bring to your first meeting with a personal injury…

Medical bills and other expenses can quickly start to pile up after an accident. Many personal injury victims cannot afford to pay these bills, especially if they’ve had to take time off of work to recover from their injuries. For this reason, some victims are eager to resolve their personal…

More people, more distractions, and more technology predictably mean more accidents, injuries, and injury victims. Everyone’s likelihood of suffering a personal injury is increasing, and sometime in the future, you may have a reason to retain a personal injury attorney. What are the “personal” injuries that trigger lawsuits? Will you…

In this video, attorney Theodore Spaulding answers how pain and suffering can be valued in a personal injury case, and what information is gathered to determine compensation. How much do I receive for pain and suffering in my personal injury case? Keep watching this video to learn the answer to…

If you are injured by another person’s negligence in Georgia, in a traffic collision or in any other type of accident, what types of damages can you pursue with a personal injury claim in this state? This is a brief look at the four types of personal injury damages, but…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews why venue is very important in a personal injury case, and why this is an interesting question. He reviews the intricacies of Georgia law and how this relates to your case.  Why is venue so important to the value of my personal injury…

How Do Contingency Fees Work in Personal Injury Cases in Atlanta? Hi, I am Ted Spaulding. I am an Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer with Spaulding Injury Law. So, here’s how contingency fees work in personal injury claims. They are a percentage of whatever is recovered from a settlement or a verdict…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains the components involved in understanding how to value your personal injury claim in Georgia. He details what is most important and how overall claims are processed.  What is my personal injury claim worth? Watch this video to find out the components involved in…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains how he works for his clients as a personal injury lawyer in Georgia. He details how he works to get the best results possible in each case and how he strives to lift the burden off of his clients. What does a personal…

If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may have a personal injury claim1 against that person. One of the most common questions people with personal injury cases have is how much to ask for in a personal injury settlement. The most honest answer and one personal injury lawyers frequently…

Societies without laws are also societies without rights. For all of its flaws, the justice system here in the U.S. actively tries – and admittedly occasionally fails – to arrive at justice for the victims of crime and the victims of negligence. Civil courts are where those injured by someone…

The question our wrongful death attorneys hear most often from clients at the beginning of their case is who pays my medical expenses while my case is pending. I often then hear that the client told the hospital just to bill the at-fault party directly. Unfortunately, the at-fault party will not, and even…

Be careful! Many personal injury lawyers would have you believe that every injury victim will receive compensation for their injuries and losses. If that were true, there probably wouldn’t be a need for personal injury attorneys in Atlanta, Georgia, or anywhere else. The truth of the matter is that lawyers are often…

In this technological age, it is common to regularly post on social media platforms regarding our activities and other aspects of our lives. Profiles on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and similar social media sites proudly display photos and status updates of our experiences and opinions. However, these social media posts can…

In the aftermath of a serious unexpected injury, you might be staring down piles of medical bills, as well as struggling with your household budget due to missed work and lost income. With financial stress – in addition to the pain and suffering from your injuries – it is only…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains how Spaulding Injury Law manages personal injury cases in the surrounding Atlanta, Georgia area and what the process looks like for clients Welcome to this Spaulding Injury Law website. I hope you find this website informative, you learn more about your case or…

Our personal injury attorneys focus a lot of our time discussing various aspects of cases in order to achieve a favorable outcome for our clients before or at trial. This focus is understandable because without it the injured will not receive a recovery at all or not what they need. In this…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews the impact that social media posting on sites like Facebook can have on your personal injury case resolution.  How can social media affect your personal injury case? Watch this video to find out. Hi, I’m Ted Spaulding. I’m an Atlanta personal injury trial…

In this video, personal injury attorney Ted Spaulding reviews the process for negotiating with an insurance company and how to put yourself in the best possible position for success.  How do you negotiate with an insurance company?   Hi, I’m Ted Spaulding, an Atlanta personal injury trial lawyer, and the…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding reviews the process of handling a property damage claim with a lawyer. He explains different examples of property damage claims and how Georgia law impacts these cases.  How To Handle A Property Damage Claim. Hi. I’m Ted Spaulding. I’m an Atlanta personal injury trial…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains what is needed to prove fault in a personal injury case. He reviews what elements will best help prove your story and get you favorable results.  How to prove fault in a personal injury case. Keep watching this video to learn some of…

In this video, attorney Ted Spaulding explains he process of filing a personal injury claim in Georgia. He details how the goal is always to move the case along as quickly as possible, and what this entails. What happens in a personal injury case? Keep watching this video to find…

Legislation which would have allowed citizens to challenge the constitutionality of state laws was vetoed by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp in May of 2019. House Bill 311 was a bill designed to waive instances of sovereign immunity and was approved by the Georgia House of Representatives and Senate unanimously before…

We discuss in a separate article all the categories of damages an injury victim can pursue in a personal injury case. One of those categories that warrants a more in-depth discussion is the pursuit of punitive damages. Not all cases will allow for punitive damages and even if you can…

Accidental amputations are never minor accidents. Losing a digit or part of a limb is almost always life changing, and the healing and recuperation can require many painful months. Even in cases where the amputee is able to return to work, there is no guarantee that he or she will be as…

Some people have no trouble staying organized and keeping paperwork in order. For others, tracking down documents and organizing them is difficult, and the papers often end up in a big mess or lost. Regardless of which extreme you fall under, keeping your records organized after a personal injury is…

Although many people think that we file too many lawsuits in the United States, there are times when it seems like that’s the only way to make things right. When you’re injured, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed as you attempt to return to a normal life. If you’re in this…

If you have an injury, you may be wondering if you should get a personal injury lawyer and file a personal injury claim. This article includes some of the most common personal injuries that claims are filed for, and then you can decide whether to contact a personal injury attorney if your injury is…