Car Accident Injury Lawyer in Douglas, GA

Handling Every Car Accident Case with Care

When you bring your case to Farrar, Hennesy & Tanner, you won't be handed off to a case manager or have to constantly chase us for updates on your case. One of our experienced attorneys works with you directly, from the first call through the final resolution.

We Start by Listening

Before anything else, we want to understand what happened, what you're going through, and what matters most to you and your family.

We Investigate Your Car Injury Case Thoroughly

We gather evidence while it's still fresh and before it can disappear, including police reports, witness statements, photos, and medical records. We work to identify all available insurance coverage and make sure no potential source of recovery is overlooked.

We Calculate What Your Case Is Truly Worth

Serious injuries can affect your health, your ability to work, and your family's future. We work with trusted experts to document those losses and present a clear picture of their impact.

We Negotiate from a Position of Strength

Insurance companies pay closer attention to firms that come prepared, and our reputation for thorough preparation and trial readiness precedes us. We advocate for a resolution that reflects the full extent of your injuries and losses.

We're Ready to Try Your Case

If the insurance company won't offer a fair resolution, we take the case to court. After 75 years of trial work in South Georgia, we know what that takes. We are familiar with the judges and court systems across south Georgia and always fight for what is fair for our clients.

We Keep You Informed at Every Step

You'll know where your case stands. We return calls, answer questions in plain language, and treat you the way we'd want a member of our own family to be treated.

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What to Do After a Car Accident in Georgia

The hours and days after a crash are confusing. In the hours and days after a crash, most people are focused on their injuries, their families, and getting their lives back on track, not insurance claims and legal paperwork. A few practical steps can protect your claim later:

1. Call 911 and Request a Police Report

An official accident report is one of the most important documents in your case.

2. Get Medical Attention, Even If You Feel Okay

Adrenaline can mask serious injuries for hours or days. A doctor's record also creates a timeline that insurance companies cannot dismiss.

3. Take Photos of the Scene, the Vehicles, and Any Visible Injuries

If conditions allow, document road signs, skid marks, property damage, the weather, and anything that might be relevant to your case. If you have visible injuries, take photos of everything, including cuts, scrapes, x-rays, medical treatment, and the progression of your recovery.

4. Exchange Information with the Other Driver

Get their insurance details and license plate, along with their name and contact information.

5. Notify Your Own Insurance Company, Even If You Were Not at Fault

Most policies require prompt notice, and waiting can give your insurer a reason to deny coverage later.

6. Avoid Giving Recorded Statements to the Other Driver's Insurance Company

Wait until you've spoken with an attorney before agreeing to anything on record.

7. Keep Every Bill, Receipt, and Pay Stub Related to the Accident

These records become the foundation for calculating the full value of your claim.

If you're unsure what to do next, call our office. We're happy to walk you through it at no cost.

How Georgia Car Accident Claims Work

Georgia is an at-fault state. That means the driver who caused the crash and that driver's insurance company are generally responsible for the damages. In practice, recovering what you're owed is rarely straightforward, though.

Insurance adjusters work for the insurance company, not for you. Their job is to close your file for as little as possible (or nothing at all), and they have decades of experience doing it. They will have a team of adjusters, investigators, and lawyers in their corner fighting against you. You deserve experienced advocates in your corner, fighting for your rights and to make sure the value of your case is recognized and paid in full.

A Georgia car accident lawyer can help by:

• Investigating the crash and preserving evidence before it disappears.
• Identifying every source of insurance coverage, including the at-fault driver's policy, your own uninsured motorist coverage, and any commercial policies that may apply.
• Working with your medical providers and reviewing your records.
• Calculating the full value of your losses, including future medical care and lost earning capacity.
• Negotiating with the insurance company and filing a lawsuit when the offer isn't fair.

Georgia's Statute of Limitations: Two Years

Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33), you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Miss that deadline, and the court will almost always refuse to hear your case, no matter how strong the facts are.

Two years sounds like a long time. It isn't. Evidence fades, witnesses move, and insurance carriers know that the closer you get to the deadline, the more leverage they have. The sooner one of our skilled attorneys can begin investigating, the stronger your case will be.

If the crash involved a government vehicle or a state employee, a written notice may be required within six months to a year of the accident. If you're unsure, call us. We'll tell you straight.

Compensation You May Be Entitled to Recover

Every case is different, but Georgia law allows car accident victims to seek compensation for:

• Medical expenses: Emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, follow-up appointments, physical therapy, and future treatment.
• Lost wages: Time missed from work during recovery.
• Loss of earning capacity: When injuries limit what you can do for a living going forward.
• Pain and suffering: The physical pain and emotional impact of the crash.
• Property damage: Repair or replacement of your vehicle and personal items inside it.
• Loss of consortium: The impact on your relationship with your spouse.
• Punitive damages: In cases involving drunk driving, hit-and-run, or other reckless conduct.

We'll review the specifics of your situation and explain which categories apply.

What If I Were Partly at Fault?

Many people assume that if they share any blame for a crash, they can't recover anything. That isn't how Georgia law works.

Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule. As long as you are less than 50% at fault for the accident, you can still recover compensation, though your recovery will be reduced by your percentage of fault. If a jury finds you 20% responsible and the other driver 80% responsible, you would receive 80% of your damages.

This is one of the most common ways insurance companies try to reduce what they pay: by shifting blame onto the injured party. We push back, hard, with evidence.

Types of Car Accident Cases We Handle

Our team has represented clients across the full range of motor vehicle crashes, including:

• Rear-end collisions
• Head-on collisions
• T-bone and intersection accidents
• Sideswipe accidents
• Rollover crashes
• Single-vehicle accidents involving road hazards or defective parts
• Multi-vehicle pile-ups
• Hit-and-run accidents
• Drunk and impaired driving crashes
• Distracted driving collisions
• Uber, Lyft, and rideshare accidents
• Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims

If you don't see your situation listed, call us anyway. We'll let you know whether your case is one we can help with.

Common Injuries After a Car Accident

The severity of a crash doesn't always match the severity of the injuries. Even what looks like a minor fender bender can produce injuries that affect someone for years. The cases we see most often involve:

• Whiplash and other neck injuries
• Herniated or bulging discs
• Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
• Broken bones and fractures
• Spinal cord injuries
• Internal organ damage
• Soft tissue injuries
• Lacerations and permanent scarring
• Psychological trauma, including post-traumatic stress

If any of this describes what you're going through, you don't have to figure out the next step alone.