{"id":274,"date":"2020-07-16T19:53:01","date_gmt":"2020-07-16T19:53:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sampleslaw.com\/?page_id=274"},"modified":"2023-11-03T09:41:32","modified_gmt":"2023-11-03T09:41:32","slug":"personal-injury-law","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/samplesjennings.com\/areas-of-practice\/personal-injury-law\/","title":{"rendered":"Chattanooga Personal Injury Lawyer"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"274\" class=\"elementor elementor-274\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33eb0d78 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"33eb0d78\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-389b1cd7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"389b1cd7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.20.0 - 26-03-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<!-- \n<p><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span>In times like these it is important to remember, insurance companies are in the business of making money, so they will try to save on an accident claim payout when they can. That is why it is so important to have legal representation when you have a personal injury claim.<\/p>\n<p>In order to maximize a settlement for a personal injury claim you will want to reach out to a legal team as soon as possible after the injury occurs in order to receive the best settlement, and you need an attorney who can fight the insurance companies.<\/p>\n\n<p>Our team has helped countless clients resolve personal injury disputes, and Chris Clem and Hoyt Samples have a long history of taking on the insurance companies for our clients. We can and will fight to compensate you in order to pay your medical bills, lost wages and pain\/suffering. So give us a call today and let us review your case, so we can help talk to the insurance companies and make sure that you end up with the settlement you deserve.<\/p>\n-->\n<h3>Overview<\/h3>\n<p>Insurance companies assign adjusters and investigator to your claim immediately. They are actively trying to minimize your claim. You need an attorney who is working to maximize your claim.<\/p>\n<p>The biggest mistake people make when involved in an <a href=\"https:\/\/samplesjennings.com\/areas-of-practice\/auto-accident-claims\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">auto accident<\/a> is waiting too long to obtain treatment and too long to consult with an attorney.<\/p>\n<p>Insurance companies look for any reason to deny a claim. <!--If you are injured in a vehicle accident you must seek medical treatment. It is imperative that you consult with an attorney in order to better understand how to document your injuries. Waiting several weeks to see if your injuries resolve without treatment can be a huge mistake. Likewise, waiting to consult with an attorney can be costly. Evidence and witnesses disappear. Police officers have fading memories.--> If an individual is injured in a vehicle accident, they must seek medical treatment. It becomes imperative for them to consult with an attorney to gain a better understanding of how to document their injuries. Delaying the assessment of injuries without medical intervention for several weeks can result in significant consequences. Similarly, postponing the consultation with an attorney can lead to financial repercussions. It is important to note that evidence and witnesses may disappear over time, while the memories of police officers involved in the incident may fade.<\/p>\n<p>Attorney Chris Clem has dedicated himself to assisting injury victims through Chattanooga and Southeast Tennessee. I have more than 30 years of experience. I have represented insurance companies from 1993\u00ad\u20132006. I know exactly how insurance companies work and how to maximize the value of your claim. This law firm has recovered tens of millions of dollars for our clients.<\/p>\n<h3>Should You Pursue A Personal Injury Lawsuit?<\/h3>\n<p>Though you\u2019ve already suffered your injuries, you may be wondering whether you\u2019ll have the opportunity to pursue your personal injury claim. There are 2 key issues in every claim. Who is at fault? And, how much are the damages? Our clients are most frequently involved in the following types of accidents:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Motor vehicle wrecks<\/li>\n<li>Motorcycle wrecks<\/li>\n<li>Wrecks with tractor trailers<\/li>\n<li>Medical malpractice claims<\/li>\n<li>Construction accidents<\/li>\n<li>Slip-and-falls<\/li>\n<li>Defective products cases<\/li>\n<li>Premises liability cases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If the kind of accident you were injured in is not listed above, that doesn\u2019t necessarily mean our firm won\u2019t represent your claim.<\/p>\n<p>Contact our office as soon as\u00a0possible so we can discuss your claim in greater detail and determine whether your claim warrants a personal injury claim.<\/p>\n<h3>The TN Statute Of Limitations For Personal Injury<\/h3>\n<p>State law requires car accident victims to act promptly if they want to receive compensation after a collision, as a lawsuit must be filed within one year of the incident or the court may dismiss the case. This deadline, often referred to as the statute of limitations, is established by\u00a0Tenn. Code Ann. \u00a728-3-104(a)(1)(a). Many car accident cases\u00a0settle out of court, but if the insurance company knows the statutory deadline has expired, the company will have no incentive to pay a settlement, which is why it is wise to adhere to the time limit set by the state.<\/p>\n<h3>Total Recovery Of Your Personal Injury Damages<\/h3>\n<p>The ultimate goal with any personal injury claim is to recover full compensation for every single loss you\u2019ve endured at the hands of the person who is liable for your damages. An injured individual can recover compensation for economic or noneconomic damages, which are either ones with a value that can be calculated, or intangible losses with a real impact on a person\u2019s well-being but no direct monetary equivalent. Damages could be awarded for consequences such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hospital bills<\/li>\n<li>Permanent Impairment to the body<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages due to time missed from work<\/li>\n<li>Reduced earnings anticipated in the future<\/li>\n<li>Future medical treatment, including therapy<\/li>\n<li>Pain and suffering<\/li>\n<li>Emotional anguish<\/li>\n<li>Loss of enjoyment of favorite activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Looking for help with an <a href=\"\/areas-of-practice\/auto-accident-claims\/\">Auto Accident<\/a> claim?<\/p>\n<!-- wp:separator {\"className\":\"is-style-wide\"} --><!-- \/wp:separator -->\n<div style=\"padding: 2em 0; text-align: center; margin: 1em 0; color: #333;\"><hr style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\" \/>\n<h2 style=\"padding: 20px 0;\">Featured Personal Injury Attorney<\/h2>\n<hr \/><\/div>\n\t\t<section data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"755\" class=\"elementor elementor-755\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88a676a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"88a676a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a96693 photo-frame elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget-tablet__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2a96693\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! 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