Car Accident LawyerColumbus, GA

Justice and compensation
you rightfully deserve

Injury & Accident Attorney Serving Nearby Areas of Columbus & Fort Benning (formerly Fort Moore), Georgia, and Phenix City, Alabama

If you’ve been injured in a car wreck, the Columbus car accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Gary Bruce can ease the burden of your recovery, fight for your rights, and seek the justice and compensation you deserve. Call us today to discuss your case for free. We welcome clients from around Columbus and the surrounding areas. Our Columbus personal injury lawyers are local, committed, and results-driven.

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What to Do After
a Car Accident in Columbus

  1. Stay Calm: Collect yourself and get your head together.
  2. Check Your Passengers: Ensure the well-being of everyone in your vehicle, and that they will be okay in the short term.
  3. Call 911: Contact the Columbus Police Department and get an incident report filed.
  4. Collect Witness Names: If you can, ask for the names and contact information of any witnesses.
  5. Photograph and Video the Accident Scene: Again, if it’s possible, take pictures and video of the crash scene from several angles, including the position of all vehicles involved.
  6. Take Note of What You See and Hear: Pay attention to any details and statements made by others while at the accident scene.
  7. Get Immediate Medical Attention: Get checked out medically. The ER at Piedmont Columbus Regional is always an option if you don’t have other medical choices available.
  8. Contact the Law Offices of Gary Bruce to discuss your situation and options with our car accident attorneys in Columbus.

What NOT to Do

After the accident, Insurance companies will look for every opportunity to devalue your claim:

  • Don’t guess about what happened, admit fault, or apologize.
  • Don’t make statements you don’t really know the answer to.
  • Don’t give a statement to an insurance company before you are ready.
  • Don’t be in a hurry; you can’t rush the process. Be patient.
  • Don’t wait to see a doctor.

And know that the auto damage part of the case can be handled separately from the injury part.

Why Choose
the Law Offices of Gary Bruce
for Your Car Accident Case?

Part of the Columbus Community

Serving the Columbus area for more than 35 years, our attorneys are intimate with local laws and options, even having a comprehensive depth of local resources available to strengthen even the most complex and difficult cases.

Collaborative Effort Behind Every Client

When you work with the Law Offices of Gary Bruce, you won’t be working with just one attorney; you will have the collective skill, knowledge, and experience of our entire firm working on your side.

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Compassionate Legal Representation

You do not have to take on the insurance company by yourself. We can be there for you. We know how to get things done. We are here to ease your burden and focus on your case so you can focus on healing.

Helping Our Neighbors Recover

Our law firm is distinguished by our compassion for those who have been harmed by circumstances beyond their control. We are committed to fighting for the full and fair compensation our Columbus neighbors deserve.

Proven Success & Experience

Serving the community on both sides of the river, we have a record of success, as well as garnering the attention and praise of past clients and our peers.

Common Causes of Car Accidents in Columbus

Distracted Driving

Taking attention away from the road, such as texting or using a phone, can lead to serious wrecks in seconds.

Speeding

Driving above the speed limit reduces reaction time and increases the severity of collisions.

Drunk Driving

Alcohol or drug impairment affects judgment, coordination, and reaction time, making crashes far more likely.

Running Red Lights or Stop Signs

Ignoring traffic signals often causes dangerous intersection collisions.

Tailgating

Following another vehicle too closely leaves little time to stop if traffic suddenly slows.

Poor Weather Conditions

Rain, fog, or wet roads can reduce visibility and traction, increasing the risk of losing control of a vehicle.

Types of Car Accident Cases We Handle

Rear-End Collisions

Rear-end collisions happen when one vehicle crashes into the back of another, often due to distracted driving or following too closely.

Head-On Collisions

Head-on collisions occur when two vehicles traveling in opposite directions crash into each other, frequently causing severe injuries.

T-Bone Crashes

T-bone crashes happen when the front of one vehicle strikes the side of another, commonly at intersections.

Hit and Run

Hit and run accidents occur when a driver leaves the scene after causing a collision, often creating additional challenges for injured victims seeking compensation.

Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)

Rideshare wrecks involving Uber or Lyft vehicles can create complex insurance and liability issues for injured passengers and drivers.

Uninsured Motorists

Wrecks involving uninsured motorists can leave injured victims struggling to recover compensation for medical bills and other damages.

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What Happens If You're In A Car Wreck

Medical Expenses

Medical expenses include the costs of emergency care, hospital stays, doctor visits, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment related to the wreck.

Lost Wages

Lost wages compensate injured victims for the income they miss while recovering and unable to work.

Future Earnings

Future earnings damages account for the loss of earning capacity when injuries affect a person’s ability to work long-term.

Pain & Suffering

Pain and suffering damages compensate victims for the physical pain and emotional distress caused by a collision.

Property Damage

Property damage covers the cost to repair or replace a vehicle and other personal property damaged in the wreck.

Wrongful Death

Wrongful death damages may provide compensation to surviving family members after a fatal collision caused by another party’s negligence.

Georgia Car Accident Law

Statute of Limitations

O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33: Georgia law generally gives injured victims two years from the date of a car wreck to file a personal injury lawsuit.

Comparative Fault

O.C.G.A. § 15-12-33: Georgia follows a modified comparative fault rule, meaning an injured person can recover damages only if they are less than 50% responsible for the collision.

Minimum Insurance

O.C.G.A. § 33-7-11: Georgia drivers are required to carry minimum liability insurance coverage of $25,000 per person, $50,000 per wreck for bodily injury, and $25,000 for property damage.

How We Build Your Case

Step 1: Investigate

We investigate the wreck by gathering evidence, reviewing reports, and identifying who was responsible for the collision.

Step 2: Document

We document your damages by collecting medical records, bills, lost income information, and other evidence supporting your claim.

Step 3: Negotiate

We negotiate with the insurance company to pursue a fair settlement that reflects the full impact of your injuries and losses.

Step 4: Litigate

If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are prepared to litigate your case and fight for you in court.

Schedule Your Free Car Accident
Consultation Today

We know that when facing unexpected medical bills and time away from work, you don’t have money to spare. It costs you nothing to discuss the merits of your case with Attorney Gary Bruce or one of our attorneys. The Law Offices of Gary Bruce offers free in-office and off-site case evaluations. Our Columbus car accident attorneys will work to make it convenient for your schedule.

Plus, we handle car accident cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means that unless we reach a victory in your case, you owe us nothing. We pick up the expenses involved and can even help with medical options when money is an issue or you do not have health insurance.

Call or complete our online form today for your free car accident consultation.

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