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Biography

Eric Winningham earned a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga. He attended Pennsylvania State University School of Law, earning his Juris Doctor in 2004.

He is an experienced trial lawyer, capably representing plaintiffs against insurance companies and large corporations. He has recovered millions in compensation, using his legal experience and courtroom advocacy to aggressively pursue his clients’ interests.

Attorney Winningham is Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Reviewed. At Dennis & Winningham Law, attorney Winningham lends his skill, dedication and determination to each person he serves in the pursuit of justice.

FAQs Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about your case, the process, or what to expect? We’ve answered some of the most common questions.

How do you know if you have a personal injury case with pursuing?

The first thing you need to ask yourself when considering if you have a personal injury case worth pursuing is, “How serious are my injuries?” Do not downplay your car wreck related injuries. Even injuries such as neck and back strain from a car wreck can be long-lasting, lingering weeks or even months. Many times, it takes a few days for the pain to develop from a car wreck.

What happens if you don't like the insurance company's offer?

Many times, Tennessee or Georgia car accident victims can settle their claims without filing a lawsuit. But—do not believe those bus, billboards or TV ads by the personal injury “settlement mills” that they can get you hundreds of thousands of dollars without filing a lawsuit. It’s just fact — many times to get the best result following an accident you will have to file a lawsuit.

How to handle the aftermath of an auto accident?

Hopefully, a car accident is a rare occurrence in your life. But nearly everyone will go through an auto accident, large or small, at some point in their life. You need to know what to do, not just for legal purposes, but also for insurance purposes. Here are some tips you need to know to handle the aftermath of an auto accident.

How do you maximize your compensation?

First and foremost, you’ll need an injury lawyer to help you with your case. While many people worry about the costs of a lawyer, the truth is that many insurance companies don’t pay out what you’re really owed unless you have legal backup. Learn more information about how to maximize your compensation after an accident.

What should you do after a car accident?

Call emergency officials if drivers or passengers are injured.
Call the police to document the accident in the form of a police report.
Move your vehicle, if possible, to prevent other accidents from occurring.
Talk to other drivers or witnesses at the scene of the crime.

Read all the steps to take after a car accident.

How to deal with an insurance adjuster after an accident?

After an accident, it’s very common for people to call their insurer before they contact an attorney. Talking to your insurer is fine following a minor crash, but you should keep the conversation brief and avoid the urge to help the adjuster gather information or piece together what happened.

For serious crashes or injuries such as catastrophic injuries or traumatic brain injury, it’s best to let an attorney handle all interactions with insurance. And here’s why: by the time you speak to an adjuster, they already have a pretty good idea of what happened and who’s responsible.

Learn how to deal with insurance adjusters in our article.

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