How do insurance companies handle DUI accident claims?
Claim delays often follow reviews of fault, coverage, impairment evidence, and medical records. Atlanta Auto Law checks the insurer's position against the police report, treatment records, wage proof, and other claim evidence. We then address missing support, disputed liability, or settlement issues through the appropriate legal process.
What should be ready before a DUI accident claim starts?
Crash records, medical information, insurance details, and loss records give the claim a useful starting point. Bring the police report, photographs, witness information, medical bills, treatment records, wage records, and insurer letters if you have them. We can identify other documents during the initial assessment.
Which facts change the work required for a DUI injury claim?
The injury severity, disputed fault, insurance coverage, and need for litigation change the work required. A claim involving a traumatic brain injury or wrongful death needs different records from a claim with limited treatment. We match the investigation and case preparation to the documented facts.
Why can an insurer dispute coverage after an impaired-driving crash?
Coverage disputes can arise when policy terms, responsible parties, or available insurance are unclear. The driver's alleged impairment does not answer every coverage question. We review policy information, crash facts, and claim correspondence, then explain which coverage issue must be addressed.
What should a customer ask before agreeing to a settlement?
A customer should ask whether the settlement covers known losses and how unresolved treatment could affect the claim. Settlement decisions should account for medical expenses, lost wages, documented injury, and any release language. We review the offer and explain the practical effect before negotiations continue.
Can a personal injury attorney handle a crash that happened elsewhere in Georgia?
Atlanta Auto Law serves clients across Georgia, including people whose injury claims arise outside Stonecrest. The case still requires a review of the crash location, applicable law, insurance coverage, and court issues. We assess those details before advising on the proper claim path.
How does a DUI accident claim differ from DUI defense?
A personal injury claim seeks compensation for crash injuries, while DUI defense addresses criminal allegations against the accused driver. The two matters can involve related facts but have different legal goals. We handle the injury claim, including liability review, insurance negotiation, and litigation preparation.
