Recently Injured in Catoosa County? Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help You Get The Compensation You Deserve
Located in Chattanooga, Dennis & Winningham Law has won millions of dollars for injured people across Tennessee and Georgia. We believe that every client deserves honest, compassionate legal counsel tailored to their unique needs. If you have recently suffered an injury in Catoosa County, Georgia, you deserve fair compensation from the responsible party.
Working with a Catoosa personal injury lawyer is the best way to receive the compensation you deserve.
In almost all personal injury claims, insurance companies will offer you significantly less than what you deserve. It’s tempting to accept the first offer, especially if you are in a great deal of pain and unable to return to work. But if you’ve already taken a devalued settlement from the insurance company and your medical bills start to pile up, there’s little legal recourse to ask for more. That’s why it’s crucial to involve a Catoosa County, GA personal injury lawyer before you even file a claim.
With over 75 years of combined experience, the team at Dennis & Winningham Law will negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf, working tirelessly to secure a more substantial settlement than likely without skilled legal representation. If the adjuster doesn’t offer fair compensation, we can bring a lawsuit against the company. In other words, we will do the legwork so that you can focus on healing.
Case Illustration of Injury Claim in Catoosa County, GA
As the county seat of Catoosa County, GA, Ringgold has a population of approximately 3,600. Ringgold is a part of the Chattanooga, TN-GA Metropolitan Statistical Area. One morning, as local resident Elizabeth traveled down Highway 250 on her usual commute to her job at Shaw Industries, her vehicle was struck by another car. Elizabeth’s injuries were not catastrophic, but they were severe enough to prevent her from immediately returning to work. Her injuries included burns on her face; two reconstructive surgeries—and more to come—were expected to return her face to the way it looked before the accident. Elizabeth suffered not only from the physical pain of the burns and the financial struggle of being unable to return to work, but also from emotional pain and suffering due to her facial disfigurement.
When Elizabeth attempted to secure a full settlement from the at-fault driver’s insurance company, they consistently offered her an amount that would not cover all of her damages. Elizabeth’s mother had dealt with Dennis & Winningham Law on another matter, and she immediately called the firm on behalf of her daughter. An experienced Dennis & Winningham Law attorney immediately let the insurance company know that Elizabeth was legally represented, and, after determining the extent of her damages, immediately entered into negotiations. In no time at all, Dennis & Winningham Law had negotiated a full settlement that covered Elizabeth’s medical bills, pain and suffering, and damages to her car.
The Dennis & Winningham Law Difference
You won’t find other attorneys like us in Catoosa County. At Dennis & Winningham Law, we’re different. Most of our cases settle within four months, possibly making us the fastest in the area without sacrificing value.
As our client, you control your case. We aim to help you make informed legal decisions about your case. To do this, we advise you on all the factors that impact your unique situation and give examples of jury verdicts from similar cases. But in the end, you decide whether to take a settlement or go to trial. If you want to tell your story, we will help you tell it.
Our intake process for new personal injury clients in a nutshell:
- One of our legal assistants takes your call and listens to your story. He/she then relates your problem to one of our lawyers, who determines whether you have a case.
- If you have a case, we schedule an initial interview within 12 to 24 hours of your call.
- The initial interview usually lasts about 60 to 90 minutes. One of our Catoosa County lawyers will explain:
- why it’s crucial to get consistent medical treatment and physical therapy for your injury;
- why you do not want to use Georgia medical payment car insurance if you have it;
- why you do want to use health insurance if you have it;
- the importance of staying closely in touch with us;
- how the settlement and settlement memo processes work;
- how quickly you can expect to receive payment.
- Within 24 hours, we send a notice letter to the involved insurance companies. If they have not started reviewing the claim, we demand that they do so.
- We’ll be in touch at least four times in the first two weeks of our relationship. We want to make sure that your claim is going well and follow up on your medical treatment progress.
Catoosa County Personal Injury Practice Areas
Accidents usually happen in the blink of any eye, but their consequences can span months, years, or even a lifetime. You shouldn’t have to pay for another’s negligence or bad judgment.
We handle all types of personal injury cases, but the most common include:
- Car accidents are far and away the most common cause of personal injury claims. Unfortunately, in a world that values multi-tasking and getting things done quickly, far too many drivers are doing things other than paying attention to the road as they drive. Distracted driving accidents are at an all-time high, with other factors like cell phone use, impairment, fatigue, and carelessness also taking their toll.
- Motorcycle Accidents can result in severe and catastrophic injuries to the motorcyclist, or even death. Motorcyclists involved in a collision with an automobile have virtually no protection and can suffer traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, disfigurement from burns, internal injuries, bone fractures, and severe road rash that can cause life-threatening complications.
- Truck Accidents may leave victims with catastrophic injuries that will alter their lives forever, due to the size and weight disparity between large trucks and much smaller passenger vehicles. Catastrophic injuries include spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, loss of vision or sight, disfiguring injuries, amputation of a limb, or any injury that can be expected to change the victim’s life for years—or even a lifetime.
- Boating Accidents – In 2021, helpadvisor.com found that there are an average of 640 boating fatalities each year nationwide. Causes of boating accidents range from driver impairment and inexperience, to bad weather and rough waters.
- Premises Liability claims can stem from an owner’s inadequate maintenance or security, a dog bite, an elevator accident, an accident in a hotel or amusement park, construction site negligence, a fire, or an environmental hazard or toxin, to name a few. Owners are responsible for the safety of their property. If there is a known hazard it must be addressed or—at the very least—cautioned with a warning sign.
- Slip and Fall Injuries – According to the NFSI (National Floor Safety Institute), 60% of all slip and fall accidents are experienced by people over the age of 75, with fractures being the most common resulting injury. It can be extremely beneficial to speak with a knowledgeable Catoosa County, GA personal injury lawyer following a slip and fall injury caused by another person’s negligence.
- Brain Injuries can alter not only the life of the victim but also the lives of his or her loved ones. Long-term effects of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can include difficulty concentrating, extreme fatigue, trouble sleeping, challenges with language and reading, distractibility and irritability. Other effects include constantly feeling “foggy,” experiencing chronic headaches and migraines, balance issues, personality changes, low energy, slurred speech, and much more. These symptoms may eventually go away or could become permanent.
- Bicycle Accidents involving automobiles may be caused by driver distraction or impairment, or failure to obey the traffic rules and laws. Whatever the cause of the bicycle accident, the bicyclist may suffer severe injuries including head and brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and limb amputations, along with serious internal injuries. It can be difficult to fight for your future when you are catastrophically injured. However, Dennis & Winningham Law can help.
- Nursing Home Abuse – According to the World Health Organization, one in six people aged 60 and older experience some level of abuse in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. Abuse can be physical, emotional, sexual, or financial—and none of these are acceptable in any way. If your loved one has suffered nursing home abuse, Dennis & Winningham Law can advise you on your next steps.
- Burn Injuries can be fairly superficial or can be classified as second or even third-degree burns that can involve multiple layers of skin as well as bone, muscle, and tendons. Burns are incredibly painful injuries and can be disfiguring as well, which can involve emotional and psychological trauma in addition to the excruciating physical pain.
- Wrongful Death claims are often difficult because of the emotions and grief involved in losing a loved one—particularly when that loss is the result of another person’s negligence. Consulting a strong Catoosa County, GA personal injury lawyer—someone who will fight for you and your family as you take the time you need to grieve your loss—is essential.
- Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage can be extremely helpful for those in Tennessee and Georgia who are hit by a negligent driver with no insurance or with very low limits on their insurance policy. If you have uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage you will file with your own insurer to have your damages covered.
Motor vehicle and car wreck accidents are among the most common causes of accidental injury, and neck and back injuries are frequent in these accidents. Injuries to the neck and back often require more time to heal, which means more medical treatment, more pain and suffering, and more time out of work. In these cases, it’s always in your best interest to hire a Catoosa County, GA personal injury lawyer without delay.
Catoosa County, GA Accident Resources
If you’ve been involved in a Catoosa County accident near Ringgold, the following resources could be beneficial.
Hospital:
TCFPA Family Medical Center
Parkway Building
4700 Battlefield Parkway
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 861-4990
Police:
Ringgold Police Department
150 Tennessee Street
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 935-3066
Fire Department:
Catoosa County Fire Department
5282 Evitt Street
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 935-2001
Urgent Care:
Erlanger Express Care
6982 Nashville Street
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 841-4100
Hamilton Convenient Care Catoosa
45 College Park Drive
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 965-4060
Should I Pursue My Catoosa County, GA Injury Claim?
Following an accident that has left you injured and perhaps even unable to work, you may be feeling overwhelmed and wondering whether you have a strong personal injury claim. Just because you’ve been injured, this does not automatically mean that you have an actionable claim. Whether or not you have a valid claim will hinge largely on whether the other party was at fault for the accident. When liability is clear, your personal injury claim automatically looks better. It is important that you speak to an experienced Catoosa County, GA personal injury lawyer who can look at all the facts and evidence surrounding your accident, and then make a determination on the strength of your case.
Other issues to consider when pursuing a personal injury claim include the extent and severity of your injuries, how long you will be out of work (or whether you can ever return to work), and whether you made any mistakes after your accident that could jeopardize your claim. These accidents might include posting photos or information about your accident on social media or giving a recorded statement to the at-fault party’s insurance company. The sooner you speak to a knowledgeable Dennis & Winningham Law personal injury lawyer in Catoosa County, GA, the better your chance for a positive outcome in your case.
Why Choose Dennis & Winningham Law
When you choose Dennis & Winningham Law as your Catoosa County, GA personal injury lawyer, you will quickly experience the Dennis & Winningham Law difference. Once you are our client, we will help you make informed legal decisions regarding your case, but—in the end—you will decide whether to accept a negotiated settlement or take your case to trial. If you believe strongly that you need to tell your story, we will help you do just that.
All too often, injured people who are struggling to get through each day and pay their mounting medical expenses will accept an extremely low settlement offer from the at-fault party’s insurance company. Once such a decision is made, you have virtually no recourse. Because of this, you must speak to a Dennis & Winningham Law attorney as quickly as possible following your accident. When you become our client, we will never allow a large insurance company to take advantage of you or get by with offering a settlement that will not fully cover your damages.
Once you meet with attorneys Tricia Dennis and Lupton Winningham, you will immediately see that our qualifications, experience, and reputation are unparalleled. Our highly focused caseload is by design—we want to ensure that every single client receives personalized service. We will tailor your strategy precisely to you, your accident, and your injuries, always working toward the best possible outcome. Dennis & Winningham Law have the resources to build a winning case on your behalf—we have investigators, expert witnesses, medical resources, and the ability to go to trial when necessary.
In Catoosa County and the surrounding area, the legal team at Dennis & Winningham Law treats clients like people, not numbers.
- We accept contingency fees. You won’t pay unless we win your case.
- We’re connected. About 50 percent of our clients do not have health insurance. To help them, we tap an extensive network of qualified medical providers and make referrals so that they get the best care for their injury. Most clients usually get an appointment within 24-48 hours of their initial interview with us.
- We’re fact-based. We’ll only refer you to real doctors—no chiropractors under any circumstances. Above all, we want to see your health improve.
- We work directly with our clients. At some large law firms or personal injury mills, you may never speak to your representing attorney. We want to build trust with our clients and truly understand their situation to best help them. There’s no more effective way to do this than to meet early and often with our clients.
Contact Dennis & Winningham Law Today
If you are the victim of a car accident or other personal injury in Catoosa County, the skilled legal team at Dennis & Winningham Law can help. Our GA lawyers will treat your case with the knowledge, dedication, and compassion needed to get you the compensation, and peace of mind, you deserve. The Dennis & Winningham Lawyers will do everything in their power to get you the best settlement possible for your physical and emotional suffering. You are always a priority at Dennis & Winningham Law, and you will notice this difference from the very first meeting. Call (423) 556-7587 for a free and confidential strategy session about your case.
