{"id":303,"date":"2026-10-15T16:59:27","date_gmt":"2026-10-15T16:59:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer-jonesboro\/"},"modified":"2026-11-02T04:15:18","modified_gmt":"2026-11-02T04:15:18","slug":"motorcycle-accident-lawyer-jonesboro","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/motorcycle-accident-lawyer-jonesboro\/","title":{"rendered":"Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Jonesboro, GA: Free Consultation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-302\" alt=\"A motorcycle with a cracked windshield and an evidence tag on its handlebar sits in a fenced impound lot.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-motorcycle-with-a-cracked-windshield-and-an-evidence-tag-o-photo.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-motorcycle-with-a-cracked-windshield-and-an-evidence-tag-o-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-motorcycle-with-a-cracked-windshield-and-an-evidence-tag-o-photo-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-motorcycle-with-a-cracked-windshield-and-an-evidence-tag-o-photo-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-motorcycle-with-a-cracked-windshield-and-an-evidence-tag-o-photo-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-motorcycle-with-a-cracked-windshield-and-an-evidence-tag-o-photo.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Motorcycle Accident Lawyer | Jonesboro, GA<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hurt in a Motorcycle Crash? Start With a Free Consultation<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has represented injured riders and their families since 1999. Your first consultation is free, confidential and comes with no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Serving Riders Across Georgia<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">1999<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Serving injured clients since<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">5<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Offices: Jonesboro, Atlanta, Decatur, Macon and Augusta<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">24\/7<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Phone availability<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Terance Madden \u00b7 Published October 15, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Jonesboro: Free Consultation for Injured Riders<\/h2>\n<p>A motorcycle accident claim asks the at-fault driver, or another responsible party, to pay for losses caused by a motorcycle crash. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. handles these claims for riders, passengers, and families from its Jonesboro office in Clayton County. The firm has practiced since 1999, and Terance Madden is the responsible lawyer. Georgia has firm deadlines and fault rules, so early advice helps. Our first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-vintage-motorcycle-parked-on-a-city-street-beside-a-classi-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A sleek vintage motorcycle parked on a city street beside a classic car.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you were hurt in a motorcycle crash in Jonesboro or Clayton County, you do not have to sort out the insurance calls, bills, and deadlines alone. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What a Motorcycle Accident Claim Covers and Who It Is For<\/h2>\n<p>A motorcycle accident claim is a personal injury claim after a crash involving a motorcycle, scooter-style motorcycle, or sport bike. It is for the injured rider, an injured passenger, or, after a fatal crash, the surviving family. The claim seeks money from the person or party who caused the crash.<\/p>\n<p>Common crash patterns include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Left-turn collisions, when a driver turns across a rider&#8217;s path<\/li>\n<li>Lane changes, when a driver does not see a motorcycle beside them<\/li>\n<li>Rear-end impacts<\/li>\n<li>Dooring, when a parked car&#8217;s door opens into a rider&#8217;s path<\/li>\n<li>Road debris, potholes, or other road hazards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A crash with a commercial truck can involve more parties and more records. We review those details during your consultation. Every crash has its own facts, so the first step is a careful review of what happened.<\/p>\n<h2>Injuries and Losses a Motorcycle Claim May Recover<\/h2>\n<p>A motorcycle claim may seek money for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and property damage. The amount depends on the facts of each case. No dollar figure can be promised.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical care:<\/strong> emergency care, surgery, imaging, rehabilitation, medication, and future treatment. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-1.1<\/a>, medical expenses are limited to the reasonable value of medically necessary care.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost income:<\/strong> wages lost while you recover, and lost earning capacity if you cannot return to the same work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain and suffering:<\/strong> physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Property:<\/strong> the motorcycle, helmet, riding gear, and personal items damaged in the crash.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful death:<\/strong> funeral costs, medical expenses, and the family&#8217;s losses. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-4-5<\/a>, the decedent&#8217;s administrator or executor may recover funeral, medical, and other necessary expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some crashes cause spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, or road rash that needs skin grafts. These injuries often need long-term care planning. A claim should account for future needs, not just today&#8217;s bills.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Motorcycle Crash Claims Get Disputed<\/h2>\n<p>Insurers often dispute motorcycle claims by arguing that the rider was partly to blame. Georgia&#8217;s fault rules can reduce what you recover. That makes the crash record very important.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia uses modified comparative fault, which means shared fault (each party&#8217;s percentage of blame) (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>). Under O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33 (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>), damages drop in proportion to your percentage of fault. If you are 50 percent or more responsible, you recover nothing (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>). Where a plaintiff is to some degree responsible for the injury or damages claimed, the judge applies the reduction described above (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>A separate rule also applies. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-11-7<\/a>, a plaintiff who by ordinary care could have avoided the consequences of the defendant&#8217;s negligence is not entitled to recover.<\/p>\n<p>Helmets are another common issue. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t40-ch6-16-(v29)-2018-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 40-6-315<\/a>, no one may ride a motorcycle unless wearing protective headgear that meets state standards. Insurers may raise helmet use in a dispute. Its effect on a claim depends on the facts. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iihs.org\/topics\/fatality-statistics\/detail\/motorcycles-and-atvs\">Insurance Institute for Highway Safety<\/a> publishes research on motorcycle crash deaths and helmet use.<\/p>\n<p>Evidence can disappear quickly. Skid marks, vehicle damage, traffic camera footage, and witness names are easy to lose. Ask that the motorcycle and gear be kept, not repaired or discarded, until they are documented. Before you give a recorded statement to an insurer, talk with a lawyer. Stick to facts and avoid guessing about speed or fault.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What to Expect: Steps and Timeline After a Motorcycle Crash<\/h2>\n<p>Most claims move from medical care to a consultation, then investigation, a settlement demand, and, if needed, a lawsuit. Timing varies, and no timeline can be promised.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Get medical care and report the crash.<\/strong> Get checked even if pain seems mild. Report the crash to police.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Free consultation.<\/strong> We review the crash, your injuries, and your insurance information. The first consultation is free, confidential, and has no obligation to continue. The firm works on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis, but you may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> We gather police reports, medical records, photos, and witness statements. Our support staff helps with records requests and insurer communications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand and negotiation.<\/strong> We present the claim to the insurer with documented damages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lawsuit, if needed.<\/strong> A suit must be filed before the deadline. Many claims settle before trial, but no outcome can be predicted.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>, Georgia&#8217;s general deadline for injuries to the person is two years after the right of action accrues. Loss of consortium claims have four years under the same statute. Other claims can have different timing, so early contact protects your options.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Work With T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. in Jonesboro<\/h2>\n<p>Terance Madden is the responsible lawyer at T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C., a Georgia personal injury firm in practice since 1999. The firm&#8217;s Jonesboro office is in Clayton County. The firm also has offices in Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, and Augusta.<\/p>\n<p>When you contact us, you can expect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A review of your crash facts, injuries, and insurance coverage at no cost<\/li>\n<li>Help from our team with records and insurer correspondence<\/li>\n<li>Clear answers on deadlines and fee terms before you decide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can start a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">free case evaluation<\/a> online, schedule a free consultation, or call our office, which is available 24\/7.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycle Accident Claims in Jonesboro<\/h2>\n<p>A motorcycle accident claim in Jonesboro is worth reviewing before you accept any insurer offer. The answers below are general. Your facts decide the details.<\/p><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a lawyer if the insurer made a quick offer?<\/summary><p>A quick offer is worth reviewing before you accept it. A lawyer can check whether it covers your medical bills and other losses.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p>Georgia reduces your recovery by your share of fault. At 50 percent or more, you recover nothing (O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasupreme.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/s19g1612.pdf\">Quynn v. Hulsey, 310 Ga. 473 (2020)<\/a>).<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a passenger file a claim?<\/summary><p>A passenger may have a claim against the at-fault party. We review the details in your consultation.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much does it cost to talk to a lawyer?<\/summary><p>The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What does no-fee-unless-we-win mean?<\/summary><p>It means no attorney fee is owed unless the case is won. You may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the driver has no insurance?<\/summary><p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/law.justia.com\/codes\/georgia\/title-33\/chapter-7\/section-33-7-11\/\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 33-7-11<\/a>, Georgia auto liability policies generally include uninsured motorist coverage for damages caused by an uninsured vehicle&#8217;s owner or operator, unless the named insured rejects that coverage or chooses lower limits in writing. The <a href=\"https:\/\/oci.georgia.gov\/insurance-resources\/auto\">Georgia Office of the Commissioner of Insurance<\/a> describes uninsured motorist coverage. We can review your own policy during consultation.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What about a fatal motorcycle crash?<\/summary><p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-4-2<\/a>, a surviving spouse, or a child if there is no spouse, may recover the full value of the decedent&#8217;s life, as shown by the evidence. Families should contact a lawyer early to protect their options.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-black-harley-davidson-motorcycle-parked-outdoors-with-a-he-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A black Harley-Davidson motorcycle parked outdoors with a helmet hanging from the handlebars.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Talk to a Jonesboro Motorcycle Accident Lawyer About Your Crash<\/h2>\n<p>If you were hurt in a motorcycle crash in Jonesboro or Clayton County, you do not have to sort out the insurance calls, bills, and deadlines alone. Our team can review what happened, what you lost, and which deadlines apply. Start with a free, confidential consultation through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> Terance Madden is the responsible lawyer for T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. Results depend on the facts of each case, and no outcome is promised or predicted. The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. The firm works on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis, but you may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses. Contact: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">tmaddenlaw.com\/contact<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult a licensed Georgia attorney regarding your specific legal situation. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C., 114 S. Main St., Jonesboro, GA 30236, (770) 756-9311.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Think Before You Sign or Speak<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance adjusters may contact you quickly and make an early settlement offer. 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