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If you suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence or a workers’ compensation related injury, the personal injury attorneys at Sessions & Fleischman, LLC, can help you. Being injured and having to worry about how you will pay for medical expenses and bills can be overwhelming. Our personal injury attorneys will help you understand the personal injury and workers’ compensation process, and we will help you understand your compensation rights.
This is just a sampling of the types of cases that Sessions & Fleischman can help you with after your accident resulting from the recklessness, carelessness, or negligence of another person. Sessions & Fleischman has a proven track record of providing results, compensation, and justice for injury victims.
Some of the ways that Sessions & Fleischman can help you with your personal injury case include:
Conducting an Independent Investigation
Sometimes police reports do not accurately reflect the actual accident that occurred. In other cases, the investigation done by an insurance company does not appropriately determine liability and responsibility for an accident. Ben Sessions and Sessions & Fleischman has the experience and resources to conduct an independent investigation, which may include interviewing witnesses, hiring accident reconstruction experts, hiring medical experts, checking to see if any businesses or traffic lights captured the accident through video, obtaining all evidence and documentation related to your personal injury case, and contacting all appropriate parties in order to fully determine who is responsible for your injuries and losses.
Negotiate with Insurance Companies on Your Behalf
Insurance companies often use manipulative, deceptive, and unscrupulous tactics in order to attempt to offer the lowest settlement amount possible to victims of accidents. Hiring Sessions & Fleischman and Ben Sessions to represent you means that we will calculate the amount of economic and non-economic losses you have a legal right to receive under the law, and make sure to strongly negotiate on your behalf to receive the compensation you deserve. Some of the types of compensation you can receive after a personal injury accident or car accident include medical expenses, future expected medical expenses, loss of wages, loss of future wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and even punitive damages if the behavior of the negligent party showed a reckless disregard for the safety of others. Making a determination regarding these calculations can prove legally challenging and complex. Sessions & Fleischman and Ben Sessions will work hard to ensure that you receive compensation that can help you and your family during this difficult time. We make sure that you receive a full and fair settlement offer, or we will take the case to trial on your behalf.
Fight for Your Legal Rights by Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
If an insurance company fails to provide you with the amount of compensation you deserve, we will file a lawsuit on your behalf and fight vigorously for your legal rights. We will make sure to file all of the proper paperwork in a timely manner to ensure you have your day in court and receive the justice you deserve. Filing a lawsuit and defending yourself in a personal injury case can prove to be too overwhelming for many victims of personal injury or car accidents. Let us ensure your legal rights are protected while you take the time you need to rest and recover after your accident.
Personal Injury FAQs
Does Medicare have to be repaid from my personal injury settlement?
It is critical that your personal injury lawyer understands what must must...
It is critical that your personal injury lawyer understands what must must be repaid from your injury settlement. Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues are especially important to understand in concluding your case.
What are the first steps that we’ll take in your personal injury case?
Should I follow the referral from a medical care provider to a certain lawyer?
Be very cautious about referrals to medical care providers from personal injury...
Be very cautious about referrals to medical care providers from personal injury attorneys. It is critical that you receive the medical care that you need following an accident. However, the validity of any claim for compensation that you make following an accident can be compromised, in whole or part, based upon the type of medical care that you receive and how you arrived at that provider.
Why is an uninsured motorist policy so important to protect you in the event of car accident?
Underinsured/Uninsured motorist coverage is the way that we protect ourselves from motorists...
Underinsured/Uninsured motorist coverage is the way that we protect ourselves from motorists that do not carry sufficient insurance coverage. If you are legally entitled to recover from another person that causes an accident and that person does not have sufficient insurance to pay for the injuries you suffer, an Underinsured/Uninsured motorist policy can help you. You cannot control the amount of insurance that anyone else has, but you can control the amount of Underinsured/Uninsured motorist coverage available to you.
Should I move my vehicle after a car accident or wait until the police arrive?
Generally, it is best if the police are able to see and...
Generally, it is best if the police are able to see and document the scene of car accident before the vehicles are moved. However, Georgia law requires motorists to clear the roadway if it is possible for the vehicles to be safely removed from the lanes of travel. If you have been involved in a relatively minor car accident that does not involve significant personal injuries or property damage, we recommend that you document the position of the vehicles and damage to the vehicles with your cellphone and remove your vehicle from the roadway. In documenting the scene of the crash, take photographs and videos of the condition of the cars, tire marks, traffic control devices (signs, signals, lane markings, etc.).
After a car acciddnt, the primary concern is the safety and wellbeing of all drivers and passengers. Whether you are at-fault for causing the accident or the victim injured in a car accident, be caring and compassionate for others injured in the accident. It is difficult to remain calm and to think of others after an accident, but it is important.
Document the name, phone number, address, and email address of each driver, passenger, and witness in the accident. Too often, we review accident reports that do not accurately document the parties involved car accidents. Do not rely solely upon the police to document this information.
Car Accident Attorneys
If you suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence or a workers’ compensation related injury, the personal injury attorneys at Sessions & Fleischman, LLC, can help you. Being injured and having to worry about how you will pay for medical expenses and bills can be overwhelming. Our personal injury attorneys will help you understand the personal injury and workers’ compensation process, and we will help you understand your compensation rights.
This is just a sampling of the types of cases that Sessions & Fleischman can help you with after your accident resulting from the recklessness, carelessness, or negligence of another person. Sessions & Fleischman has a proven track record of providing results, compensation, and justice for injury victims.
Some of the ways that Sessions & Fleischman can help you with your personal injury case include:
Conducting an Independent Investigation
Sometimes police reports do not accurately reflect the actual accident that occurred. In other cases, the investigation done by an insurance company does not appropriately determine liability and responsibility for an accident. Ben Sessions and Sessions & Fleischman has the experience and resources to conduct an independent investigation, which may include interviewing witnesses, hiring accident reconstruction experts, hiring medical experts, checking to see if any businesses or traffic lights captured the accident through video, obtaining all evidence and documentation related to your personal injury case, and contacting all appropriate parties in order to fully determine who is responsible for your injuries and losses.
Negotiate with Insurance Companies on Your Behalf
Insurance companies often use manipulative, deceptive, and unscrupulous tactics in order to attempt to offer the lowest settlement amount possible to victims of accidents. Hiring Sessions & Fleischman and Ben Sessions to represent you means that we will calculate the amount of economic and non-economic losses you have a legal right to receive under the law, and make sure to strongly negotiate on your behalf to receive the compensation you deserve. Some of the types of compensation you can receive after a personal injury accident or car accident include medical expenses, future expected medical expenses, loss of wages, loss of future wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and even punitive damages if the behavior of the negligent party showed a reckless disregard for the safety of others. Making a determination regarding these calculations can prove legally challenging and complex. Sessions & Fleischman and Ben Sessions will work hard to ensure that you receive compensation that can help you and your family during this difficult time. We make sure that you receive a full and fair settlement offer, or we will take the case to trial on your behalf.
Fight for Your Legal Rights by Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
If an insurance company fails to provide you with the amount of compensation you deserve, we will file a lawsuit on your behalf and fight vigorously for your legal rights. We will make sure to file all of the proper paperwork in a timely manner to ensure you have your day in court and receive the justice you deserve. Filing a lawsuit and defending yourself in a personal injury case can prove to be too overwhelming for many victims of personal injury or car accidents. Let us ensure your legal rights are protected while you take the time you need to rest and recover after your accident.
Car Accident Attorneys (FAQs)
Can a lapse in medical care affect my car accident case?
Avoid any gap in medical care after your car accident or personal...
Avoid any gap in medical care after your car accident or personal injury. When a doctor or other care provider tells you to do something, do it in the time period that they direct you to (within reason). The reason why this is so important is that the insurance company on the other side of the car wreck or incident that caused you personal injury is going to examine your medical records for instances in which you did not follow your doctor’s directions regarding the care that you should receive.
How does medical payments coverage affect the recovery that you will obtain after a car accident?
Similar to uninsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage is an absolutely essential...
Similar to uninsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage is an absolutely essential part of making sure that you receive the medical treatment that you need after a car accident. Like uninsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage is an optional insurance policy. You are not required to purchase it, but there is not any reason why you would not purchase medical payments (or “med pay”) coverage in connection with your auto insurance policy.
In Georgia car accident cases, we do not typically a setoff for medical payments coverage. A setoff for medical payments coverage would mean that a verdict obtained in the trial of an injury case would be reduced by the amount of medical payments coverage paid out to you.
Likewise, in Georgia, we do not typically see subrogation efforts by insurers that pay out medical payments benefits under automobile insurance policies.
What should I do after a car accident?
After you’re involved in a car accident, the first thing you should...
After you’re involved in a car accident, the first thing you should do is notify emergency services by calling 911. Attempting to render medical car for people injured in a motor vehicle crash can be risky unless you are trained. However, use your commonsense in determining if there is someone injured in the accident that needs immediate care. For example, if a vehicle involved in the crash is at risk of catching on fire or submerged in water, work to assist the driver or passengers from the vehicle to the extent that you can do so safely. Generally, you do not want to attempt to move or render aid to any driver or passenger injured in a car accident unless an immediate emergency is occurring.
Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
If you suffered an injury while working, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Our workers’ compensation attorneys will work to help you get the medical care and lost wages that you are entitled to under Georgia’s workers’ compensation system.
Construction Worker Injuries
If you or a loved one are a construction worker that has suffered an injury on the job, our workers’ compensation attorneys are uniquely suited to help you get the compensation that you are entitled to. Do not let an on-the-job injury cause you and your family to suffer while you are unable to work.
Factory Worker Injuries
The repetitive work that many factory workers perform leads to frequent and recurring injuries. If you have suffered an injury as a result of your work in a factory, our workers’ compensation attorneys may be able to help you.
Workers Compensation Attorneys FAQs
What are indemnity benefits under Georgia workers’ compensation law?
During your workers’ compensation case, you may hear the phrase indemnity benefits...
During your workers’ compensation case, you may hear the phrase indemnity benefits used. The phrase indemnity benefits refers to lost wages or income that you are entitled to as a result of a covered workers’ compensation injury. If your injury is categorized as a catastrophic injury, you are entitled to indemnity benefits with no time limit.
What is a catastrophic injury under Georgia workers’ compensation law?
Under Georgia workers’ compensation law, injuries are classified as catastrophic or non-catastrophic....
Under Georgia workers’ compensation law, injuries are classified as catastrophic or non-catastrophic. The classification of an injury as catastrophic can make a significant difference in the benefits that you or a loved one are entitled to received.
A spinal cord injury involving severe paralysis of an arm, a leg, or the trunk of the worker’s body;
Amputation of an arm, hand, foot, or leg resulting in loss of use of that appendage;
Severe brain or closed head injury resulting in (a) severe sensory or motor disturbances; (b) severe communication disturbances; (c) severe complex integrated disturbances of cerebral function; (d) severe disturbances of consciousness; (e) severe episodic neurological disorders; or (f) other conditions at least as severe in nature as any condition provided in subparagraphs (a) through (e) of this paragraph;
Second or third degree burns over 25 percent of the body as a whole or third degree burns to 5 percent or more of the face or hands;
Total or industrial blindness; or
Any other injury of a nature and severity that prevents the employee from being able to perform his or her prior work and any work available in substantial numbers within the national economy for which such employee is otherwise qualified.
O.C.G.A. § 34-9-200.1.
Is an independent contractor covered under Georgia’s workers’ compensation plan?
An independent contractor is not covered under Georgia’s workers’ compensation plan. Workers’...
An independent contractor is not covered under Georgia’s workers’ compensation plan. Workers’ compensation insurance carriers will attempt to avoid coverage for your injuries and wages based upon their belief that you are an independent contractor. The determination as to whether you were an independent contractor or an employee is complex and involves many different facts. An experienced workers’ compensation may be able to establish that you are covered under worker’s compensation when it is questionable.
What is the authorized treating physician in your workers’ compensation case?
The authorized treating physician that you choose for your case can have...
The authorized treating physician that you choose for your case can have a huge impact on your life and wellbeing after an on-the-job injury. Consult with an experienced workers’ compensation attorney before you select an authorized treating physician.
What is proper notice of an injury in a Georgia workers’ compensation case?
If you have been hurt on the job, be sure to give...
If you have been hurt on the job, be sure to give proper and timely notice of your injury in writing to your employer. Don’t let your employer or the workers’ compensation insurance carrier avoid responsibility for your medical expenses and lost wages because they did not receive proper notice. Notice to the employer of the injury must be given within 30 day of the date of the incident.
Criminal Defense Attorneys
If you or a loved one is under investigation or have been formally charged with a criminal offense in Georgia, our criminal defense attorneys can help. Our expert criminal defense attorneys can help. We have litigated criminal cases in all stages of Georgia courts, and we have successfully defended clients in charges ranging from DUI to murder.
Criminal Defense FAQs
Should I have a bench trial in my criminal case?
The decision as to whether you should bench try your criminal case...
The decision as to whether you should bench try your criminal case or proceed to a jury trial is a very important and case-specific decision. Consult with a highly-qualified criminal defense attorney in making this decision. Unless there are very good reasons not to, default to a jury trial in your criminal case.
What happens if the arresting officer did not read me my rights?
If the arresting officer did not read you your Miranda rights and...
If the arresting officer did not read you your Miranda rights and you were in custody, any statements that you provided in response to questioning by the officer may be excluded from evidence in the trial of your case. A failure of the officer may result in charges being reduced or dismissed, but the does not require that.
Is someone that you care about in jail and in need of a bond?
There is nothing that creates more leverage for the State and hurts...
There is nothing that creates more leverage for the State and hurts the defense of charges more than pre-trial incarceration. Getting a bond in a criminal case is vital.
What is a motions hearing?
Motions hearings are incredibly important hearings where the Judge determines the admissibility...
Motions hearings are incredibly important hearings where the Judge determines the admissibility of evidence in the trial.
What is a calendar call?
The calendar call is a hearing at which your criminal defense attorney...
The calendar call is a hearing at which your criminal defense attorney will make an announcement to the Court about the status of the case.
What is an arraignment?
The arraignment in a criminal case marks the beginning of the formal...
The arraignment in a criminal case marks the beginning of the formal in-court process. At the arraignment, you have the ability to enter a not guilty or guilty plea. The arraignment also triggers the start of some important deadlines, such as the due date for motions and special pleas.
DUI Defense Attorneys
If you suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence or a workers’ compensation related injury, the personal injury attorneys at Sessions & Fleischman, LLC, can help you. Being injured and having to worry about how you will pay for medical expenses and bills can be overwhelming. Our personal injury attorneys will help you understand the personal injury and workers’ compensation process, and we will help you understand your compensation rights.
This is just a sampling of the types of cases that Sessions & Fleischman can help you with after your accident resulting from the recklessness, carelessness, or negligence of another person. Sessions & Fleischman has a proven track record of providing results, compensation, and justice for injury victims.
Some of the ways that Sessions & Fleischman can help you with your personal injury case include:
Conducting an Independent Investigation
Sometimes police reports do not accurately reflect the actual accident that occurred. In other cases, the investigation done by an insurance company does not appropriately determine liability and responsibility for an accident. Ben Sessions and Sessions & Fleischman has the experience and resources to conduct an independent investigation, which may include interviewing witnesses, hiring accident reconstruction experts, hiring medical experts, checking to see if any businesses or traffic lights captured the accident through video, obtaining all evidence and documentation related to your personal injury case, and contacting all appropriate parties in order to fully determine who is responsible for your injuries and losses.
Negotiate with Insurance Companies on Your Behalf
Insurance companies often use manipulative, deceptive, and unscrupulous tactics in order to attempt to offer the lowest settlement amount possible to victims of accidents. Hiring Sessions & Fleischman and Ben Sessions to represent you means that we will calculate the amount of economic and non-economic losses you have a legal right to receive under the law, and make sure to strongly negotiate on your behalf to receive the compensation you deserve. Some of the types of compensation you can receive after a personal injury accident or car accident include medical expenses, future expected medical expenses, loss of wages, loss of future wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and even punitive damages if the behavior of the negligent party showed a reckless disregard for the safety of others. Making a determination regarding these calculations can prove legally challenging and complex. Sessions & Fleischman and Ben Sessions will work hard to ensure that you receive compensation that can help you and your family during this difficult time. We make sure that you receive a full and fair settlement offer, or we will take the case to trial on your behalf.
Fight for Your Legal Rights by Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
If an insurance company fails to provide you with the amount of compensation you deserve, we will file a lawsuit on your behalf and fight vigorously for your legal rights. We will make sure to file all of the proper paperwork in a timely manner to ensure you have your day in court and receive the justice you deserve. Filing a lawsuit and defending yourself in a personal injury case can prove to be too overwhelming for many victims of personal injury or car accidents. Let us ensure your legal rights are protected while you take the time you need to rest and recover after your accident.
DUI Defense (FAQ Title)
How long will it take for your lawyer to get evidence in your DUI case?
One common question I receive is “when will we be able to...
One common question I receive is “when will we be able to review evidence from my DUI arrest?” For many of my clients that have been charged with a DUI, the one thing they want to know is what will happen in their case, which is impossible to answer prior to reviewing evidence.
In order to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a DUI case, I must first review all of the evidence available. This may include reviewing a video of the arrest, the incident report, blood tests, breath tests and any other evidence that may have been gathered or reported. Without reviewing this information, a DUI defense attorney cannot, and should not, speculate as to what will happen in court.
So, how long will it take to get evidence from your DUI and review it? In nearly every case we handle, this process can take several months. It involves an open records request to the relevant arresting agency and a request to the Georgia Bureau of Investigations. The process also involved the production of the video of the arrest, which can also take considerable time to acquire.
The best case scenario for us as we work together is to get started on your case as soon as possible. Though it may take months of work to obtain and evaluate all of the evidence in your case, we can begin creating a defense strategy within a matter of weeks.
If you are facing a DUI charge, I know that you have many questions and want to resolve it as soon as possible. Just know that there will be a period of time in which you will be waiting for your attorney to gather and review the evidence in your case. However, that doesn’t mean there is nothing you can do to prepare for court during this time.
Areas We Serve Attorneys
If you suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence or a workers’ compensation related injury, the personal injury attorneys at Sessions & Fleischman, LLC, can help you. Being injured and having to worry about how you will pay for medical expenses and bills can be overwhelming. Our personal injury attorneys will help you understand the personal injury and workers’ compensation process, and we will help you understand your compensation rights.
This is just a sampling of the types of cases that Sessions & Fleischman can help you with after your accident resulting from the recklessness, carelessness, or negligence of another person. Sessions & Fleischman has a proven track record of providing results, compensation, and justice for injury victims.
Some of the ways that Sessions & Fleischman can help you with your personal injury case include:
Conducting an Independent Investigation
Sometimes police reports do not accurately reflect the actual accident that occurred. In other cases, the investigation done by an insurance company does not appropriately determine liability and responsibility for an accident. Ben Sessions and Sessions & Fleischman has the experience and resources to conduct an independent investigation, which may include interviewing witnesses, hiring accident reconstruction experts, hiring medical experts, checking to see if any businesses or traffic lights captured the accident through video, obtaining all evidence and documentation related to your personal injury case, and contacting all appropriate parties in order to fully determine who is responsible for your injuries and losses.
Negotiate with Insurance Companies on Your Behalf
Insurance companies often use manipulative, deceptive, and unscrupulous tactics in order to attempt to offer the lowest settlement amount possible to victims of accidents. Hiring Sessions & Fleischman and Ben Sessions to represent you means that we will calculate the amount of economic and non-economic losses you have a legal right to receive under the law, and make sure to strongly negotiate on your behalf to receive the compensation you deserve. Some of the types of compensation you can receive after a personal injury accident or car accident include medical expenses, future expected medical expenses, loss of wages, loss of future wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and even punitive damages if the behavior of the negligent party showed a reckless disregard for the safety of others. Making a determination regarding these calculations can prove legally challenging and complex. Sessions & Fleischman and Ben Sessions will work hard to ensure that you receive compensation that can help you and your family during this difficult time. We make sure that you receive a full and fair settlement offer, or we will take the case to trial on your behalf.
Fight for Your Legal Rights by Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
If an insurance company fails to provide you with the amount of compensation you deserve, we will file a lawsuit on your behalf and fight vigorously for your legal rights. We will make sure to file all of the proper paperwork in a timely manner to ensure you have your day in court and receive the justice you deserve. Filing a lawsuit and defending yourself in a personal injury case can prove to be too overwhelming for many victims of personal injury or car accidents. Let us ensure your legal rights are protected while you take the time you need to rest and recover after your accident.
Sessions & Fleischman is unique in that we take service to a completely different level. We sit with our clients and learn about their worries, fears, concerns, and pain. We take the time to answer all legal questions and provide all legal options available. We want to understand exactly what our clients need in order to give them the best service and outcome possible.
At the same time, because we truly believe in making sure we always are honest and trustworthy, there are some instances where Sessions & Fleischman will not take a case because we know that there is no legal recourse for your claim. Our honestly, forthrightness, and integrity place us above all other law firms that will simply take cases to gain a financial reward from a client.
Sessions & Fleischman is committed to helping victims of personal injuries and car accidents recover the compensation they deserve for their losses and damages by putting our clients’ needs and interests first. Every client has individual and unique circumstances, and we want to make sure we provide the individualized attention and legal services that they need to get them the justice they deserve
Andrew Fleischman is everything I wanted in an attorney. Knowledgeable, experienced and top notch. Andrew was amazing from start to finish! He took a lot of time and worked very close on my case. He is highly professional, but treated me like family. He is very proactive, informative, and very caring. No question went unanswered. There were times I felt I was talking to a friend I’ve known for years. That’s the level of comfort that Andrew provides. I really appreciate his time and effort, as well as ultimately getting all charges dropped!!!
Ben Sessions and Andrew Fleischman are top notch attorneys. I highly recommend them. I had a great experience start to finish. They are very personable, great communicators and extremely knowledgeable of the law.
Ben handled my case very professionally and I am extremely satisfied with the results! He is an esteemed and respected attorney and a very easy person to work with. I highly, highly recommend Ben Sessions for your legal representation.
I had absolutely no positive outlook for my DUI case. I was far from optimistic going into each court proceeding. Mr. Sessions is incredibly knowledgeable of the law and managed to win my case. I walked in convicted of a DUI less safe, and walked out with only a speeding penalty. My punishment was reduced and Mr. Sessions saved me from having a DUI on my record. This experience taught me many lessons and definitely grounded me. Since my conviction I have been sober, mindful, and healthy. I couldn’t have done this without Ben Sessions as my lawyer. You will not regret utilizing Mr. Sessions’ incredible knowledge and skills in your next court proceeding. He truly changed the path of the rest of my life today. Thank you so much Mr. Sessions!! You have garnered my respect and loyalty for any legal issue I may have in the future. God Bless.
Ben is an amazing attorney. He exhibits a very high level of professionalism and is a respected person within the legal community. To me, The Sessions Law firm stood out for these four reasons - transparency, collaboration, awareness, and ethics.I had received two traffic citations a couple of months back and I contacted Ben right away. He responded right away letting me know what he could do and made it extremely convenient for me to continue with my work life and personal life while he worked hard on my case. Ben and his team were very reliable and never forgot to keep me informed on the possible outcomes, even during the uncertainties of Covid times. I must say that I am very content with what he was able to do for me. Ben was able to procure a very favorable resolution in my case! Ben is a humble person, who is upfront and helpful and is super reasonable with his services. I highly recommend Ben to any who needs a great friendly lawyer. Thank you so much for everything Ben and Kaitlin (Ben’s secretary)!
Suzanne
...You need a powerful attorney on your side...
Would highly recommend Ben Sessions for legal representation. He is very sensitive to client needs and such a great listener. His disposition makes him so very easy to talk to, establishing great rapport early in the client/attorney relationship. When the other side shows up to a gunfight locked and loaded, you need a powerful attorney on your side. If you need legal representation, you can’t go wrong with hiring Ben Sessions. Thanks, Ben so much for what you did for me.
At Sessions & Fleischman, LLC, we’re proud of the accolades, positive reviews, and most importantly, exceptional results we have attained for clients throughout the years.
Accolades from the Legal Community
Sessions & Fleischman, LLC is proud of the accolades we have received over the years, including the following honors:
Selection to Top 100 – Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2023
Selection to Top 100 – Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2022
Selection to Top 100 – Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2021
Selection to Top 100 – Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2020
Selection to Top 100 – Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2019
Selection to Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2019
Inclusion in Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite
Selection to Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2018
Selection to Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2017
Selection to Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2016
Selection to Georgia’s Super Lawyers® – 2015
AVVO – Superb (10.0) Rating
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After you're involved in a car accident, the first thing you should...
After you're involved in a car accident, the first thing you should do is notify emergency services by calling 911. Attempting to render medical car for people injured in a motor vehicle crash can be risky unless you are trained. However, use your commonsense in determining if there is someone injured in the accident that needs immediate care. For example, if a vehicle involved in the crash is at risk of catching on fire or submerged in water, work to assist the driver or passengers from the vehicle to the extent that you can do so safely. Generally, you do not want to attempt to move or render aid to any driver or passenger injured in a car accident unless an immediate emergency is occurring.
Should I move my vehicle after a car accident or wait until the police arrive?
Generally, it is best if the police are able to see and...
Generally, it is best if the police are able to see and document the scene of car accident before the vehicles are moved. However, Georgia law requires motorists to clear the roadway if it is possible for the vehicles to be safely removed from the lanes of travel. If you have been involved in a relatively minor car accident that does not involve significant personal injuries or property damage, we recommend that you document the position of the vehicles and damage to the vehicles with your cellphone and remove your vehicle from the roadway. In documenting the scene of the crash, take photographs and videos of the condition of the cars, tire marks, traffic control devices (signs, signals, lane markings, etc.).
After a car acciddnt, the primary concern is the safety and wellbeing of all drivers and passengers. Whether you are at-fault for causing the accident or the victim injured in a car accident, be caring and compassionate for others injured in the accident. It is difficult to remain calm and to think of others after an accident, but it is important.
Document the name, phone number, address, and email address of each driver, passenger, and witness in the accident. Too often, we review accident reports that do not accurately document the parties involved car accidents. Do not rely solely upon the police to document this information.
How does medical payments coverage affect the recovery that you will obtain after a car accident?
Similar to uninsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage is an absolutely essential...
Similar to uninsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage is an absolutely essential part of making sure that you receive the medical treatment that you need after a car accident. Like uninsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage is an optional insurance policy. You are not required to purchase it, but there is not any reason why you would not purchase medical payments (or “med pay”) coverage in connection with your auto insurance policy.
Why is an uninsured motorist policy so important to protect you in the event of car accident?
Underinsured/Uninsured motorist coverage is the way that we protect ourselves from motorists...
Underinsured/Uninsured motorist coverage is the way that we protect ourselves from motorists that do not carry sufficient insurance coverage. If you are legally entitled to recover from another person that causes an accident and that person does not have sufficient insurance to pay for the injuries you suffer, an Underinsured/Uninsured motorist policy can help you. You cannot control the amount of insurance that anyone else has, but you can control the amount of Underinsured/Uninsured motorist coverage available to you.
Can a lapse in medical care affect my car accident case?
Avoid any gap in medical care after your car accident or personal...
Avoid any gap in medical care after your car accident or personal injury. When a doctor or other care provider tells you to do something, do it in the time period that they direct you to (within reason). The reason why this is so important is that the insurance company on the other side of the car wreck or incident that caused you personal injury is going to examine your medical records for instances in which you did not follow your doctor’s directions regarding the care that you should receive.
Should I follow the referral from a medical care provider to a certain lawyer?
Be very cautious about referrals to medical care providers from personal injury...
Be very cautious about referrals to medical care providers from personal injury attorneys. It is critical that you receive the medical care that you need following an accident. However, the validity of any claim for compensation that you make following an accident can be compromised, in whole or part, based upon the type of medical care that you receive and how you arrived at that provider.
What are the first steps that we'll take in your personal injury case?
Does Medicare have to be repaid from my personal injury settlement?
It is critical that your personal injury lawyer understands what must must...
It is critical that your personal injury lawyer understands what must must be repaid from your injury settlement. Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues are especially important to understand in concluding your case.
Criminal Defense FAQs
What is an arraignment?
The arraignment in a criminal case marks the beginning of the formal...
The arraignment in a criminal case marks the beginning of the formal in-court process. At the arraignment, you have the ability to enter a not guilty or guilty plea. The arraignment also triggers the start of some important deadlines, such as the due date for motions and special pleas.
What is a calendar call?
The calendar call is a hearing at which your criminal defense attorney...
The calendar call is a hearing at which your criminal defense attorney will make an announcement to the Court about the status of the case.
What is a motions hearing?
Motions hearings are incredibly important hearings where the Judge determines the admissibility...
Motions hearings are incredibly important hearings where the Judge determines the admissibility of evidence in the trial.
Is someone that you care about in jail and in need of a bond?
There is nothing that creates more leverage for the State and hurts...
There is nothing that creates more leverage for the State and hurts the defense of charges more than pre-trial incarceration. Getting a bond in a criminal case is vital.
What happens if the arresting officer did not read me my rights?
If the arresting officer did not read you your Miranda rights and...
If the arresting officer did not read you your Miranda rights and you were in custody, any statements that you provided in response to questioning by the officer may be excluded from evidence in the trial of your case. A failure of the officer may result in charges being reduced or dismissed, but the does not require that.
Should I have a bench trial in my criminal case?
The decision as to whether you should bench try your criminal case...
The decision as to whether you should bench try your criminal case or proceed to a jury trial is a very important and case-specific decision. Consult with a highly-qualified criminal defense attorney in making this decision. Unless there are very good reasons not to, default to a jury trial in your criminal case.
How long will it take for your lawyer to get evidence in your DUI case?
One common question I receive is “when will we be able to...
One common question I receive is “when will we be able to review evidence from my DUI arrest?” For many of my clients that have been charged with a DUI, the one thing they want to know is what will happen in their case, which is impossible to answer prior to reviewing evidence.
In order to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a DUI case, I must first review all of the evidence available. This may include reviewing a video of the arrest, the incident report, blood tests, breath tests and any other evidence that may have been gathered or reported. Without reviewing this information, a DUI defense attorney cannot, and should not, speculate as to what will happen in court.
So, how long will it take to get evidence from your DUI and review it? In nearly every case we handle, this process can take several months. It involves an open records request to the relevant arresting agency and a request to the Georgia Bureau of Investigations. The process also involved the production of the video of the arrest, which can also take considerable time to acquire.
The best case scenario for us as we work together is to get started on your case as soon as possible. Though it may take months of work to obtain and evaluate all of the evidence in your case, we can begin creating a defense strategy within a matter of weeks.
If you are facing a DUI charge, I know that you have many questions and want to resolve it as soon as possible. Just know that there will be a period of time in which you will be waiting for your attorney to gather and review the evidence in your case. However, that doesn’t mean there is nothing you can do to prepare for court during this time.
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We will work tirelessly to ensure that you receive the compensation you are owed by a negligent party for their careless and reckless actions. We look forward to visiting with you, taking the time to answer all of your legal questions and concerns, and building a strong personal injury case on your behalf. If an insurance company fails to provide you with a full and fair settlement, we will fight for your legal right to just compensation by filing a claim in court and defending you if the case goes to trial. We are committed to you and your case and want to see you receive the justice you deserve. Contact Ben Sessions at Sessions & Fleischman today to learn more about how we can specifically help you with your unique facts and circumstances and how much compensation you may have a right to receive. Contact us at (470) 225-7710 or leave us a message online today. Remember, you never have to go through this process alone. We would welcome the opportunity to help you during this difficult time, and ensure your legal rights remain protected after your injury or accident.
