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    • Scott Pryor
      Scott Pryor
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      Attorney at Law - Scott is a member of the State Bar of Georgia and is listed in the top 1% of trial attorneys in the nation by the Litigator Awards. He is also a member of Super Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association—Champion Level and sits on the Communications Committee of GTLA, and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

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    • James MacLelland
      James MacLelland
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      COO - James has 25 years of experience building productive teams, scalable processes, and profitable businesses.  Immediately prior to joining The Scott Pryor Law Group, as COO of a national law firm, James built and operated one of the largest legal intake teams in the country. Guiding a team of 70 individuals running 24/7 and 365 days a year they successfully marketed, retained, and onboarded over 200 new clients to the firm daily, achieving a pace and capacity of over 50,000 new clients annually. 

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    • Philip Lorenz
      Philip Lorenz
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      Attorney at Law - Philip W. (“Phil”) Lorenz is a seasoned trial attorney, Phil has tried, mediated, or facilitated settlement of tens of millions of dollars in claims and lawsuits over the course of his career.

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    • Paul Dietrick
      Paul Dietrick
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      Attorney at Law - Paul A. Dietrick has practiced civil trial law for over forty years, in State and Federal Courts, and Georgia Appellate Courts. Paul is a zealous guardian of the rights of those injured by the negligence and carelessness of others. Paul’s clients have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts.

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    • Jocelyn Galloway
      Jocelyn Galloway
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      Attorney at Law - Jocelyn Galloway is an attorney with over a decade of experience and a legal process innovator who has dedicated her career to protecting the rights of plaintiffs against large corporations.

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    • Angie Hemmings
      Angie Hemmings
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      Client Experience Manager - Angie joined The Scott Pryor Law Group and quickly made her mark on the Firm. Her previous employment on staff at a local church prepared Angie for her current role in client relations and marketing. Meeting prospective clients, checking in regularly with current clients, and staying in touch with former clients are what Angie is passionate about. She wants you to know that you and your family are important to her.

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    • Rhonda Anzaldua
      Rhonda Anzaldua
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      Marketing Manager - Rhonda brings over 20 years of customer service and hospitality experience to the marketing and intake team. She is passionate about providing our clients with an outstanding experience from the very first day, and prides herself in her ability to be straightforward and honest but also able to empathize and offer comfort in the difficult conversations.

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    • Steve Ware
      Steve Ware
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      Senior Case Manager

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    When a loved one is killed because of another's negligence, it is important to hold them responsible...
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    Allow us to fight for you after a serious injury has occurred in order to recover compensation and aid in the recovery process.
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    A quick moment in time, a sudden slamming of the brakes, or a loud blare of a horn can be all the time you have to prepare yourself in the event of a car accident.
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    According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the number one leading...
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    Motorcycle accidents often involve catastrophic injuries, such as a head or spinal cord injury because the driver...
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    To hold a negligent property owner or business responsible for the damage they have caused, contact us today.
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    Bicycle accidents often involve catastrophic or deadly injuries because of the difference in size between a bicycle...
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    Children are our pride and joy, and we do everything we can to protect them. That’s why it is even more devastating...
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    A faulty construction machine that destroys your property, undisclosed side effects in over-the-counter medication, a poorly designed toy...
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    If you have been injured at work, your employer should pay for your medical treatment. While employers and insurance companies...
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    Slips and falls can result in surprisingly serious injuries. Even otherwise healthy people can suffer from severe harm due to a simple fall.
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    Any accident on or near the water—whether on a dock, between two boats, or resulting from a collision with swimmers—could result in...
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Cobb County contains miles of bike trails and can be a beautiful place to ride. When bicycles share the road with cars and trucks, however, they face the threat of severe bodily injury in a collision with larger, heavier vehicles.

A Cobb County bicycle accident lawyer may be able to help you obtain compensation if you have suffered injuries in a cycling crash. When an accident is caused by the negligence or wrongdoing of a motorist, that driver could be financially liable. At a consultation, a skilled personal injury lawyer could evaluate the circumstances of your case and explain your options for recovery.

Recoverable Damages After a Bicycle accident

Just as there may be more than one cause for a bicycle accident, there may be more than one effect resulting from it. The injured bicyclist may be entitled to recover damages to make up for pain and suffering, emotional distress, inconvenience, and other consequences of an accident. Although it can be challenging to assign a value to these effects, an experienced Cobb County bicycle accident lawyer could use knowledge of prior case law to devise an appropriate amount.

In addition, the injured bicyclist may be eligible to receive compensation for economic losses such as medical bills and reduced income due to time missed from work. An accomplished attorney may help recover damages to cover future expenses as well.

Contributory Negligence May Play a Role

Most bicycle accidents can be traced to more than one cause. If the conduct of the bicyclist contributed toward causation of the accident, then the state’s contributory negligence statute may limit the amount recovered.

The Statute

Official Code of Georgia Annotated §51-12-33 specifies that if the person filing a claim against another for personal injuries and the person bringing the claim is “to some degree responsible for the injury or damages claimed,” then the court must determine the percentage of fault of the person bringing the suit and reduce the amount of damages in proportion to the amount of fault.

How it Works

For example, if a truck hits a bicyclist after passing another vehicle, the court may find that the driver of the truck is 95 percent responsible for failing to watch for the bicycle and the bicyclist is 5 percent at fault for not riding closer to the shoulder of the road. In that case, the plaintiff’s awarded damages would be reduced by 5 percent. The contributing negligence of the person injured will not completely prevent recovery of damages unless the injured person bears 50 percent or more of the responsibility.

Contact a Dedicated Cobb County Bicycle Accident Attorney

If you are considering filing a personal injury case, consider reaching out to a lawyer. Regardless of whether a case reaches a settlement or proceeds to trial, it is necessary to obtain evidence to demonstrate that the negligence or wrongdoing of another caused the accident. The best time to collect evidence is shortly after the collision, so it is wise to begin working with a Cobb County bicycle accident lawyer promptly after an accident.

A dedicated accident attorney could also represent your interests when dealing with insurance companies and other attorneys, saving you the hassle of negotiation and helping avoid errors or oversights. In a free consultation, a bicycle accident lawyer could explain your options and the advantages an experienced legal advocate could provide in your situation. To get started, call now.

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