FAQs

Do I Need an Attorney After a Car Accident? The number one question many people ask following a car accident is “Do I need an attorney after a car accident?” If you were involved in a fender bender with no serious injuries and little damage to your car, you probably don’t need a car accident…

If you have been involved in a Gwinnett County car accident, you are likely shaken up, possibly seriously injured, and left to deal with an insurance company that does not want to pay. You wonder whether hiring a car accident attorney is the best course of action. After all, what does a car accident attorney…

Why Do I Need a Qualified DUI Lawyer for My Duluth, GA DUI Charge? Duluth, GA is one of several jurisdictions in Georgia that do not reduce unless there is a legal basis for the reduction. This means that in order to obtain a reduction or dismissal of your DUI charge in Duluth, GA, your…

What if I’m Hurt in A Car Accident? The process after you are hurt in a car accident is complex and a source of anxiety for many people. At Blevins & Hong, P.C., we understand that getting the best possible results for our clients is a primary concern, but keeping our clients informed about the…

What if I Lose My Car Accident Injury Case? Many clients are rightfully concerned about whether they will be charged fees and expenses by their lawyer if they do not win their car accident injury case. If our firm accepts your case, you will enter into a written fee agreement with the firm. Two clauses…

What if The Defendant Cannot Be Located in A Car Accident Lawsuit? It is an all-too-frequent occurrence that the defendant in a car accident - the person that caused the accident and injuries - cannot be located for a lawsuit. This is a problem that every lawyer representing injured parties in a car accident must…

Can I Keep My House After Filing for Bankruptcy? When you file for bankruptcy relief, the bankruptcy code allows you to keep a certain amount of assets. These are controlled by exemptions. In Georgia, one debtor can retain up to $21,500 equity in his/her house.  So, if you're married, you can keep up to $43,000…

What Is the Hit-and-Run Law in Georgia? We frequently assist clients in resolving hit-and-run allegations. Hit-and-run charges are particularly troublesome for defendants because, by simply acknowledging involvement in the accident, you're potentially incriminating yourself. (a) The driver of any vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to or the death of any person or…

I Was Rear-Ended by A Tractor-Trailer. What Do I Do Next? As traffic has worsened in Georgia, I've noticed more tractor-trailers on the roadways, especially on I-85 and I-285.  Often times, truck drivers do not practice safety on the road and it is very scary for drivers, especially those with cars as small as mine.…

What Do I Do if The Police Made an Error on My Accident Report? It is important to obtain a copy of your accident report and review it as early as it is available. You will receive a report number but the reports are usually not ready until 3-5 days later.  This is because the…

Is Obtaining Police Photographs After an Accident Difficult? One of the ways that we work to build value in our client's case is to perform a superior investigation into the facts of the car accident. That means obtaining the evidence that the police recorded or obtained in the course of their investigation into the wreck.…

Does the Presence of Marijuana in My Blood or Urine Mean that I Am Guilty of DUI? It is not uncommon for people to mistakenly believe that because their blood or urine test showed the presence of marijuana, they are guilty of DUI. This is wrong. In Georgia, it is not unlawful/illegal to have marijuana in your…

Do I Need a Lawyer if I Have Full Coverage Insurance? Many people mistakenly believe that they do not need a lawyer or that they do not need to worry about their car wreck because they have full coverage. Do not fall into this trap. “Full coverage” is not what most people believe it is.…

How do I Establish a Claim After a Car Accident? Generally, when attorneys talk about establishing a claim after a car accident, it means that they are communicating with the at-fault driver's insurance company and any potential un- or underinsured motorist carriers about the accident. An important part of establishing the claim with insurers is…

How Much Does a Car Accident Lawyer Cost? Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency basis. This means that the client does not pay any fees or expenses upfront. The fees and expenses are paid from the gross recovery of the injury case. At Blevins & Hong, P.C. Law Firm, our attorney fees are…

Am I Getting a Car Accident Settlement? For most people injured in a car accident, obtaining the maximum recovery/settlement possible as quickly as possible is a high priority. If you are seriously injured in a car accident, your inability to work and provide for your family may place an extreme burden on your family's well-being.…

The Other Driver is at Fault. Will Their Insurance Pay Damages? Clear liability and fault of the other driver is an essential first part towards recovering from an insurance company in Georgia. However, even if the other drive is at fault, that does not necessarily mean that the insurance company will pay damages or for…