Savannah is an incredibly popular vacation destination with plenty of things to do: Tybee Beach to visit, the stunning Historic District to check out, a wide range of museums, and amazing trolley tours. All those great activities can add fun and excitement to your trip or life in Savannah.

But in Savannah, as anywhere, injuries happen. From hotels at Tybee Beach that may not provide adequate lighting or proper room maintenance to live music concerts that may not offer adequate security, accidents are ripe for tourists and locals alike. And, like many metro areas, Savannah experiences a high amount of traffic, especially during vacation seasons, which may result in accidents leaving victims with life-altering injuries.

A Savannah personal injury attorney can help you seek compensation after you suffer serious injuries due to the negligence of another party. If you've suffered injuries in Savannah due to another's negligence, contact Dolman Law Group today at (727) 451-6900. Read on about what our Savannah personal injury cases entail and how our attorneys can help you in your case.

Dolman Law Group Can Handle Your Savannah Personal Injury Case

Dolman Law Group is ready to handle your Savannah personal injury case. Just look at some of our results:

• $3.2 million for the victim of a semi-truck accident, who suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result
• $1.4 million for the victim of a motorcycle accident who sustained multiple serious injuries
• $1.58 million for the victim of an auto accident that caused spinal cord injuries
• $1 million for the victim of a car accident who suffered multiple injuries requiring invasive surgery

These are just a few examples of personal injury claims our firm has successfully handled. Whether it's medical malpractice, a slip and fall accident, nursing home negligence and abuse, or any other serious injury you sustained due to another's wrongdoing in Savannah, we stand ready to help you seek justice and recover the compensation you deserve.

Common Causes of Injuries in Savannah, GA

Visitors and residents of Savannah alike may face the risk of accidents in many situations. These are among the most common situations where personal injury cases arise.

Auto Accidents

The streets of Savannah, GA, often become congested during rush hour and busy periods of the day. Highway 21, US 80, and US 17, among others, experience heavier traffic than manageable. 

Heavy, congested traffic can substantially increase the risk of accidents due to driver negligence or incidents of road rage. Due to the high numbers of visitors to the Savannah area, many drivers lack familiarity with our roads, increasing auto accident risks during those busy seasons.

Auto accidents can result in severe injuries, including many that can have life-altering impacts on auto accident victims. Auto accidents can lead to traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, severe back and neck injuries, amputations, and multiple broken bones.

Rideshare Accidents

Savannah visitors rely heavily on rideshare services to get around while on their visits. Even residents use rideshare drivers, perhaps after a night out or when they otherwise cannot use their own vehicles. While rideshare services offer convenience, at times, they fail to provide the safe experience their passengers expect of a professional transportation service. 

Savannah's rideshare drivers may work for long hours on the busy streets, shuttling passengers to their destinations. After multiple hours behind the wheel, driver fatigue tends to set in, raising the risk of accidents.

Slip and Fall Accidents

You can spend time with friends and loved ones, check out the sites, and explore Historic Savannah's attractions. All those attractions, including stores and hotels, require careful attention and maintenance to keep patrons safe. Unfortunately, aging buildings combined with inattention can spell disaster for visitors. 

Slip and fall accidents can occur because of crumbling sidewalks, damaged handrails, or uneven flooring. Slip and fall accidents may result in traumatic brain injuries, broken hips - especially for elderly visitors - spinal cord injuries, and multiple broken bones.

Trolley and Train Accidents

Trolley tours provide visitors to Savannah with a great way to take in the sites and learn more about the historic city. But, in some cases, they pose unexpected dangers. When trolley drivers do not exercise due caution, or when the company does not maintain the trolley as well as it should, visitors may suffer from serious injuries, from slip and fall accidents to auto collision injuries.

Workplace Accidents

Savannah's workers should feel just as safe as the tourists and other patrons they serve. Those who suffer an injury at work in Savannah, regardless of who caused that injury, may collect workers' compensation. 

Workers' compensation covers medical expenses and a percentage of your wages while you recover from a work-related injury. Worker's compensation is somewhat different than bringing a personal injury claim, in which case a victim typically receives a one-time payout for your injuries.

Have You Experienced Severe Injuries Caused By Another's Wrongful Conduct in Savannah? Get a Savannah Injury Attorney

Often, accident victims try to handle their personal injury claims on their own. They assume they don't need a lawyer or that the insurance company that covers the liable party will offer them reasonable compensation, especially if they have clear evidence that the other party caused the accident. 

Unfortunately, all too often, insurance companies take advantage of victims' lack of knowledge about their rights. Without an attorney, Savannah accident victims may end up accepting far less compensation than they deserve.

If an accident in Savannah injured you, you want an experienced Savannah personal injury attorney at your side. At Dolman Law Group, we will handle your claim professionally and expeditiously, providing legal services and support to alleviate much of the stress victims of Savannah accidents do not need as they recover from serious injuries.

We Can Help Investigate the Accident and Determine All Liable Parties

Did you know that more than one party may bear liability for your accident? Even if you think you have a clear picture of who caused the accident, legal liability is often more complicated, and more parties may be responsible for your injury than it first appears.

At Dolman Law Group, we will take a look at all the facts of your Savannah injury case. We know where to look to determine who contributed to your accident and may be held responsible. We will help uncover the evidence that will establish your right to build a strong case against all responsible parties.

Your lawyer can help with complicated cases involving three-car accidents or large commercial property owners.

We Will Help You Understand What Compensation You Deserve

Insurance companies often use a variety of tricks to trap accident victims into accepting low compensation offers. One common trick includes pushing victims to accept a fast settlement immediately after the accident, one that does not fully account for the extent of your injuries and the compensation you deserve for the suffering and expenses you must endure because of someone else's wrongdoing. 

We help our clients understand the compensation they deserve so that they can make an informed decision about when to accept a settlement offer and when to push insurance companies for more.

We Can Represent You at Every Stage of Your Claim

From putting together a compensation demand package that includes the full extent of your financial losses to preparing your court case, we will represent you at each stage of your claim. 

We can handle the bulk of the stress involved in the process, such as communicating with the insurance company, giving you more time to focus on your recovery. If your claim has to go to court, we will put together a compelling case and fight for the full compensation you deserve.

A Look at Liability in Savannah Accidents

You suffered serious injuries in an accident in Savannah. You know you did not cause your own injuries and feel you know who may have. At Dolman Law Group, our personal injury lawyers know the common sources of liability and can help identify the responsible parties in your case and fight to hold them legally liable. 

For a party to be held liable in a Savannah personal injury case, victims must show the other party:

Had a Duty of Care to the Victim at the Time of the Accident

The “duty of care” is a legal term referring to the responsibility one has in a given position. For example, hotel and store owners have a duty of care to their visitors to provide a safe experience as patrons of these businesses. 

You may hold hotel owners liable if their buildings are in disrepair, with slip and fall hazards hiding around every corner or broken items that threaten your safety in the bathroom and bedroom. Store owners likewise must keep their premises safe by safely storing inventory and keeping floors clean and dry.

But business owners aren't the only ones who have a duty of care. In fact, as most people drive vehicles, most everyone takes on a duty of care to everyone who shares the road with them. Drivers must follow the rules of the road at all times, from maintaining a safe speed to paying attention to their driving and generally safely operating their vehicles.

Neglected That Duty of Care in Some Way

In general, serious accidents in Savannah happen because someone acted negligently, violating their duty of care. Most of the time, people do not deliberately commit malicious acts intended to hurt someone else. When they do, it usually results in a criminal case. In cases of personal injury law, injury frequently results from negligence rather than intentional actions.

A driver, preoccupied with their cell phone, fails to adhere to the rules of the road and rear-ends your vehicle at a red light, causing severe damage to your vehicle and serious injuries to you or your passengers. A hotel owner ignores signs of deterioration on a handrail, resulting in a serious fall and massive injuries, perhaps multiple broken bones. These are just a couple of scenarios in which a Savannah personal injury case may arise due to someone breaching their duty of care.

Caused the Victim's Injury Due to Their Neglect

Near misses often serve as a wake-up call and let both you and the liable party know that you need to take additional caution in some way. A texting driver swerved close to your vehicle, but you managed to get out of the way. You slipped on wet flooring inside a Savannah business but managed to hold your balance and prevent a serious fall. 

Thus, you do not have injuries and therefore have luckily avoided injury and filed a claim. But, unfortunately, such luck doesn't always attend to the circumstances. And if another's negligent actions cause you injury, you may have a basis for a personal injury claim.

Compensation for Savannah Accident Injuries: an Overview

If you suffered serious injuries in a Savannah, GA, accident, you could deserve compensation for those injuries. At Dolman Law Group, we cannot guarantee a certain amount of compensation in any personal injury claim. That will depend on many conditions, such as the extent of your injuries and the insurance policy that covers the liable party.

However, in general, personal injury claims cover compensation for:

• The medical expenses you sustained in the accident
• Compensation for lost wages for hours you cannot work due to your injuries
• Compensation for pain and suffering you endure because of your injuries

You Must File Your Lawsuit Before Georgia's Statute of Limitations Expires

Most injury lawsuits in Georgia must abide by the state's filing deadline. Per O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, you generally have two years to file your injury or wrongful death lawsuit. This is a strict deadline - and the court system makes few (if any) exceptions. 

Filing your lawsuit late (or even the day before the deadline) could hurt your right to damages. We need adequate time to build your case and seek the best possible outcome. Even if you're just considering legal action, give Dolman Law Group a chance to hear your story. We can explain all other deadlines surrounding your case.

Considerations After Suffering Harm in Savannah, Georgia

If you or a loved one suffered harm because of another party's actions in Savannah, you want the best possible outcome for your claim or lawsuit. These measures could help you reach that goal: 

• Seek medical care
• Complete treatment 
• Document your losses 
• Take photos of your injuries and vehicle's damage (if applicable) 
• Refrain from sharing information about your claim or lawsuit publicly 
• Allow your lawyer to handle all insurance negotiations 

During your free case review, we can explain additional measures that could help your case.  

What Injuries Can Arise from Accidents in Georgia?

We've recovered millions for injured people suffering from: 

• Broken bones 
• Cuts, bruises, and lacerations 
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) 
• Spinal cord trauma
• Organ damage
• Amputations
• The loss of a bodily function or organ 
• Sprains and strains 
• Torn ligaments 

We have also served families who have lost loved ones. 

Our Clients Have Shared Their Positive Experiences with Us

Our clients know that we do everything possible to resolve injury cases. You don't have to take our word for it, though. Here are some things claimants have shared with us. We've withheld some of their names to ensure their privacy: 

“Excellent Service. I can't begin to express my gratitude to [Dolman Law Group] They were professional, knowledgeable, and informative. Not only were they there for me legally, but also emotionally and personally through my surgery and the entire process. Thank you Matt, Julia, Genelle, Kim, Christian, Jason, and anyone I may have forgotten.” - Karen B. 

“Took away all the hassle with the insurance company. Attorney Dolman took care of all the hassles and paperwork I was being sent by the Insurance Companies. This allowed me to treat with the doctors and focus on getting better. They handled all the doctor's bill and even got them reduced to put more money in my pocket.” - Bryan 

“Great Attorney. Matt and his team are very responsive and know how the system works. We have worked together on many cases in the past and I have learned a lot from him. I will continue to do practice law with him more and more in the future. In fact, I have consulted with him personally on my own personal injury matter, which is a true testament on how much I trust him and his skills.” - Brent 

Connect with Our Savannah Personal Injury Attorneys Today

Contact Dolman Law Group o learn more about your right to compensation and what your specific claim might look like. Contact our Savannah personal injury team today at (727) 451-6900 for your free consultation. Our Savannah Accident Injury Lawyers can take on your case.