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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

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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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      Legal Support 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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Getting in a car accident on a Gwinnett County major road is different from an accident that takes place on a standard street. Anytime vehicles are traveling very quickly and collide with an obstacle, there are greater damages, and nowhere do cars collide at higher speeds than on interstates, turnpikes, and highways.

If you have been injured in a high-speed car wreck, a Gwinnett County highway accident lawyer may be able to help you recover compensation. A personal injury attorney could establish a negligent driver’s liability and work to hold them accountable for your injuries.

Common Fact Patterns Surrounding Highway Accidents in Gwinnett County

The most common major roadways for accidents in Gwinnett County are highways 85 and 316, but collisions could happen anywhere where vehicles are moving very quickly and then bottleneck or stop.

One of the most common causes of highway accidents is aggressive driving. Instances of road rage, speeding, or tailgating could quickly lead to disastrous consequences at high speeds.  Drunk drivers, distracted drivers, and dangerous road conditions may also lead to highway crashes

Heightened speed limits play a role when it comes to these kinds of accidents and their aftermath. The faster a driver is traveling, the quicker their reactions must be in response to any form of danger or change in the road condition. As a result, accidents that may be avoidable at lower speeds become inevitable on major highways.

How to Avoid a Highway Accident

With fewer instructional signs and basic laws to follow, drivers must still abide by the speed limit and adjust their speed to the surrounding traffic. Above all, drivers need to be patient. If traffic is moving slowly, motorists still need to stay in their lane, maintain a safe distance from the car in front of them, and avoid overtaking cars in the shoulder or breakdown lane.

Drivers should also sure that they are not distracted themselves. They should avoid using their cell phone, checking their navigation excessively, and make sure that they are not tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. At highway speeds, even a few milliseconds of distraction could cause a serious crash.

What to Do After a Gwinnett County Highway Accident

The speed of traffic impacts the steps the person should take immediately following an accident. If you are involved in a car accident on a highway, you should move yourself and, if possible, your vehicle out of the way of traffic as quickly as possible and immediately call 911. If a passenger or another driver is injured, you may also need to help them to safety.

Once the police arrive, it is important that you answer their questions to the best of your ability. Do not, however, acknowledge fault for the accident or admit to any traffic violations. Police reports become crucial pieces of evidence in most car accident cases, and any admission could be detrimental to your claim.

Finally, it may be wise to contact a Gwinnett County highway accident lawyer in the hours or days after a collision. An attorney could help collect additional evidence, evaluate your case, and begin the process of filing a legal claim to recover compensation.

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