Aggressive Personal Injury Representation

Personal injury law covers many types of accidents and injuries that stem from a common principle: you suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence. This may range from a doctor misdiagnosing your illness to a property owner failing to warn you about an icy walkway where you slipped and fell.

Injuries can have long-lasting effects on people and their families. If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s carelessness, whether on land, sea or air, we are here to help. At Cromartie Law, we apply almost six decades of legal experience when seeking compensation for our clients’ injuries.

Call our Rome, Georgia, office at 706-622-4853 to schedule a free initial consultation.

Our Comprehensive Personal Injury Practice

Below are some of the types of personal injury cases our firm handles under the direction and guidance of our principal attorney, Rick Cromartie:

Medical malpractice: Doctors and other medical professionals must be held responsible for errors, including failure to diagnose illnesses, misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, birth injuries and other preventable medical errors.
Pharmacy malpractice and medication errors: When a pharmacist makes an error, the results can be catastrophic or even deadly. Giving the wrong medication, providing incorrect dosage or mixing up medications are just a few types of mistakes that can occur.
Nursing home neglect and abuse: Elderly citizens are especially susceptible to injuries, particularly those caused by neglect or abuse in a nursing home, assisted living facility or other residence where they depend on caregivers.
Premises liability: When a property owner fails to identify, remedy or warn others of a dangerous condition on the property, visitors can become seriously injured by the hazard. Dangerous conditions can be anything from an icy sidewalk to an unsecured swimming pool.
Dog bites and animal attacks: Even seemingly friendly animals can attack and injure people. Owners must be held responsible for injuries caused by their animals.
Defective products: Product manufacturers have a responsibility to ensure their products are safe for the public to use. When a person is injured by a defective product, the producers can and should be held accountable.
Day care negligence: When a child sustains an injury at a day care, the incident must be investigated to determine what happened, who is responsible and whether negligence or abuse occurred.
Wrongful death: When negligence causes a fatality, the responsible parties must be held responsible for the losses suffered by the victim and his or her surviving loved ones.

Personal injury cases can vary widely, as can the severity of injuries. From minor incidents to catastrophic events like explosions or plane accidents, the impact on your life can be significant.

What Factors Influence The Value Of A Personal Injury Claim?

A jury award or settlement should be proportional to the physical, financial, emotional and other harms that you’ve suffered. Specific examples include:

Injury severity: The seriousness and impact of your injuries are major factors. More severe injuries typically lead to higher compensation due to expensive medical bills and other costs.
Income loss: If your injury has prevented you from working or diminished your ability to earn, these losses can be claimed.
Pain and emotional distress: Compensation can be sought for the physical pain and mental anguish you have experienced.
Fault and responsibility: The clearer the evidence of the other party’s negligence, the more likely it is to increase the claim’s value.

These considerations, among others, help establish the potential settlement for your case.

Types Of Compensation You Might Be Entitled To

In personal injury cases, various forms of compensation might be available to you. Common types include:

Medical costs: Reimbursement for all medical expenses, from initial emergency care to ongoing treatment.
Lost wages: Compensation for earnings you have lost due to your injury.
Physical and emotional pain: Financial compensation for the suffering and emotional distress you have endured.
Damage to property: If your belongings were damaged, you might receive funds for repairs or replacement.
Loss of relationship benefits: Compensation for impacts on your relationship with your spouse or family members.
Punitive damages: In cases where the defendant’s actions are proven to be willful, malicious or showing no regard for the safety of others, these are awarded to penalize the wrongdoer and prevent similar conduct in the future.

It’s important to work with an attorney who knows how to accurately value your case and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Your Rights In Personal Injury Cases: Answers From Cromartie Law

We receive many questions about personal injury in Rome. Here are some common inquiries:

Whose fault is it when I fall on someone else’s property?

Property owners in Georgia have a duty to keep their property free from dangerous conditions or to warn visitors of such conditions. If the ground is uneven or slippery, people may slip or trip and fall. Other hazards could include falling objects and swimming pools. This is known as premises liability. For the owner to be liable, there must be a reasonable expectation that they knew of the condition.

Do I have to accept a settlement offer?

No. The choice to settle is always yours. At our firm, we fight to get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Our over five decades of experience help us determine fair offers for your situation, and we always provide honest assessments of your case. If the insurance company or other party refuses to offer a fair settlement, we are prepared to take your case to trial.

If I think my doctor made a mistake, how do I report it?

Medical professionals are licensed by boards that oversee their profession, such as the Georgia Composite Medical Board. If your doctor made a mistake that injured you, contact an attorney promptly, as there may be time limits for filing a claim. Your attorney can also help you file a complaint with the appropriate professional board if warranted.

Why should I hire an attorney?

There are many benefits to having an attorney advocate for you. A skilled attorney knows how to build a solid case for various personal injury claims, from common car accidents to complex cases involving boating incidents or injuries due to negligent security.

An experienced lawyer with a reputation for aggressive representation can set the bar higher. Insurance companies often prefer to avoid costly litigation or large jury verdicts. This can lead to better settlement offers than you might obtain on your own.

Have More Questions? Contact Our Georgia Firm Today.

Our personal injury lawyer and staff are here to help you seek justice. We handle most cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe no legal fees unless we obtain compensation for you.

In addition to personal injury cases, we also offer workers’ compensation services to help injured workers secure the benefits they deserve.

To request a free consultation, please contact us online or call our Rome office at 706-622-4853. Our firm is located at the corner of Broad Street and Fourth Avenue in front of the Floyd County Courthouse and Forum in downtown Rome. Our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with off-site evening and weekend appointments available.