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Gary W. Starnes Attorney at Law
736 Georgia Avenue
Suite 404 Dome Bldg.
Chattanooga, TN 37402
Phone (800)281-2403
Fax (423) 266-7193
Email: gstarnes@volstate.net
Personal Injury Attorney
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Personal Injury Law
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Personal injuries are those caused by someone else’s negligent or reckless conduct. Among the many causes of personal injuries are:
Just as there are driving rules and tests to obtain a driver’s license, there are safety guidelines and rules that set standards for workplace policies and procedures. One example is OSHA’s requirements for Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) that describes the safe handling of toxic chemicals and treatment in the event of an accident. Similar guidelines determine a property owner’s liability toward customers and the general public who come onto their property.
In both Tennessee and Georgia, you are entitled to monetary damages incurred from your personal injury. Costs and losses, such as medical treatment, mental and physical pain and suffering, lost wages–both current and future, and even punitive damages may be allowed. The value of your award will depend upon the extent and permanency of your injuries, loss of function, medical bills, wages, cost of care for daily activities (dressing, eating, hygiene,) and other costs directly incurred because of this injury.
To prove your claim, you will need copies of the incident and accident reports, names and contact information of all witnesses, medical records and records of other losses, both actual and estimated future losses. Because insurance companies will try to reduce their liability and related costs, their team of experts will work hard to either discredit your case or to entice you to settle for the minimum amount possible in exchange for your forfeiture of future claim rights. Without realizing it, you could sign away your rights to expenses and losses you may incur in the future. You may need legal help in obtaining necessary records and information.
In addition, the Statutes of Limitations for personal injury claims require that you take action within a time period. The Statutes of Limitations can differ by state. To avoid losing your right to claim damages seek the advice of an experienced personal injury attorney who can evaluate your case and advise you how to protect your rights.
If you are a victim of a personal injury accident, please contact Personal Injury Lawyer, Gary Starnes, Attorney at Law, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to schedule a complimentary evaluation of your claim. If you prefer, please call 1-800-281-2403 to schedule an appointment. Mr. Starnes is licensed to practice law in Tennessee and Georgia.