{"id":4630,"date":"2026-10-29T02:57:36","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T02:57:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/passenger-injured-car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/"},"modified":"2026-11-05T02:11:16","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T02:11:16","slug":"passenger-injured-car-accident-lawyer-georgia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/passenger-injured-car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/","title":{"rendered":"Georgia Car Accident Lawyer for Injured Passengers"},"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-4628\" alt=\"Crash investigator measuring skid marks on a quiet suburban road in daylight, holding a folded traffic diagram.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measuring-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-6.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measuring-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-6-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measuring-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-6-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measuring-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-6-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measuring-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-6-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crash-investigator-measuring-skid-marks-on-a-quiet-suburban-photo-6.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)\">Georgia <a href=\"\/guides\/car-accident-lawyer-georgia\/\">Car Accident Lawyer<\/a> | Jonesboro, Atlanta, Decatur, Macon &amp; Augusta<\/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 as a Passenger in a Georgia Crash? Talk to Our Lawyers Today<\/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 people in Georgia 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\">T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. at a Glance<\/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\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><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\">Year the firm began practice<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><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\">Georgia offices<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--phone chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><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 28, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>If you were hurt while riding in a car, SUV, or truck in a Georgia crash, you may have a claim against the at-fault driver. This page explains who may be responsible, which insurance may respond, and which deadlines matter. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. represents injured people in Georgia car accident cases.<\/p>\n<h2>Who this page is for: injured as a passenger in a Georgia car accident<\/h2>\n<p>This page is for adults hurt while riding in a crash, and for family members of a passenger who died.<\/p>\n<p>The driver might be a parent, spouse, friend, coworker, or a rideshare or taxi driver. A passenger usually did not cause the crash. That often makes the injury claim easier to explain to an insurer, but it still needs careful handling. Adjusters will still check medical records, the crash report, and what happened before the wreck.<\/p>\n<p>T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. is led by attorney Terance Madden, who is the responsible lawyer for this page. The firm has been in practice since 1999. It has offices in Jonesboro (Clayton County), Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, and Augusta. Its lawyers include Terance Madden and Shenia Madden.<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you were hurt riding in a Georgia crash, you may have a claim, and our team can review it with you in a free, confidential consultation. 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\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\/cars-travel-along-a-wide-highway-with-utility-poles-stretchi-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Cars travel along a wide highway, with utility poles stretching into the distance.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who can be held responsible when you were riding, not driving<\/h2>\n<p>The at-fault driver of the other vehicle is often the main party a claim is aimed at. The driver you rode with may share fault too.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The driver you rode with.<\/strong> If that driver was speeding, distracted, or impaired, that driver&#8217;s own carelessness may count.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The other driver.<\/strong> That driver&#8217;s liability insurance is often the main source of payment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A company.<\/strong> Georgia law makes a person liable for a servant&#8217;s wrongs committed within the scope of the business (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 51-2-2<\/a>). A company may be a target when its driver was working.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rideshare.<\/strong> Georgia sets specific conditions on when a ride share service can be liable (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t40-ch1-5-(v28a)-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 40-1-201<\/a>). It also requires minimum coverage while a driver has accepted a ride (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t33-ch1-22-(v24)-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 33-1-24<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The facts decide which policies apply. Uninsured motorist coverage matters when the at-fault driver has no insurance. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t33-ch1-22-(v24)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 33-7-11<\/a> reads: &#8220;(a)(1) No automobile liability policy or motor vehicle liability policy shall be issued or delivered in this state to the owner of such vehicle or shall be issued or delivered by any insurer licensed in this state upon any motor vehicle then principally garaged or principally used in this state unless it contains an endorsement or provisions undertaking to pay the insured damages for bodily injury, loss of consortium or death of an insured, or for injury to or destruction of property of an insured under the named insured\u2019s policy sustained from the owner or operator of an uninsured motor vehicle, within limits exclusive of interests and costs which at the option of the insured shall be.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Keep the crash report, photos, witness names, and medical bills. These help show who was at fault. Our team can review which drivers and policies may apply to your crash through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>What compensation a passenger injury claim may cover<\/h2>\n<p>A passenger claim may seek payment for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia separates general damages, which the law presumes from a wrong, from special damages, which must be proved (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 51-12-2<\/a>). Necessary expenses from an injury are a legitimate part of the damages estimate (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 51-12-7<\/a>).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical care:<\/strong> emergency treatment, surgery, therapy, prescriptions, and future care a doctor recommends.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost pay:<\/strong> missed work now and lost ability to earn later.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Daily costs:<\/strong> travel to appointments and help at home during recovery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain and suffering:<\/strong> pain, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Serious harm:<\/strong> brain injury, spinal cord injury, or amputation often needs a longer review of future care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Georgia law allows only nominal damages when an injury is small or mitigating circumstances are strong (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 51-12-4<\/a>). No one can promise a dollar amount. The injuries, the proof, and the coverage all shape what a claim is worth.<\/p>\n<h2>Georgia rules that shape a passenger injury claim<\/h2>\n<p>Under Georgia law, actions for injuries to the person generally must be brought within two years after the right of action accrues, so timing matters from the start (<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>).<\/p>\n<p>Actions for injuries to the person must be brought within two years after the right of action accrues (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>). A loss of consortium claim has four years under the same statute.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia also uses a fault-sharing rule. A judge reduces damages by the injured person&#8217;s percentage of fault (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 51-12-33(a)<\/a>). A plaintiff who is 50 percent or more responsible cannot recover damages (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 51-12-33(g)<\/a>). Each at-fault person&#8217;s share is not joint liability (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 51-12-33(b)<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Seat belt use can matter too. A court may consider a failure to wear a belt as evidence on negligence and causation, and it may reduce recovery (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t40-ch6-16-(v29)-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 40-8-76.1<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Video, vehicle data, and witness memories fade over time. Contact our team soon so the deadline for your case can be reviewed.<\/p>\n<h2>How the process works, step by step<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a free call. Then the firm gathers the facts and handles the insurers.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Call for a first consultation.<\/strong> The first consultation is free and confidential, with no obligation to continue. The firm handles injury cases on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis, but the client may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Share the basics.<\/strong> Give the date, place, vehicles, who was driving, your treatment so far, and any insurance details you have.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Review the record.<\/strong> The firm reviews the crash report, medical records, and coverage. The <a href=\"https:\/\/dps.georgia.gov\/victim-assistance\">Georgia Department of Public Safety<\/a> says the State Patrol may investigate serious crashes, and victims or family can ask about an investigation&#8217;s status.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Handle insurers.<\/strong> The firm communicates with adjusters, so you don&#8217;t have to negotiate alone with the other driver&#8217;s insurer. Georgia&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/oci.georgia.gov\/insurance-resources\/auto\/auto-claim-tips\">Office of the Commissioner of Insurance<\/a> lists avoiding statements about fault among its auto claim tips.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiate or file.<\/strong> The claim is negotiated or, if needed, filed in court. Timelines vary with the injuries and how insurers respond.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Why injured passengers contact T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C.<\/h2>\n<p>The firm has been in practice since 1999 and has five Georgia offices.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Practice history:<\/strong> Terance Madden leads the firm, which has been in practice since 1999.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Locations:<\/strong> Jonesboro (Clayton County), Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, and Augusta.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Team:<\/strong> Terance Madden is the responsible lawyer for this page. Shenia Madden is also a lawyer at the firm. Assistants and office staff support our team.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Availability:<\/strong> You can call the firm 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Related cases:<\/strong> The firm also handles truck accident, motorcycle, e-bike, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases, so related issues can be reviewed together.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\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\/aerial-drone-view-of-dark-skid-marks-curving-across-a-rural-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view of curving tire skid marks on a rural road, showing the surface texture and bends.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Questions passengers ask before they call<\/h2>\n<p>Passengers often ask about fault, police reports, and insurer calls first.<\/p>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I bring a claim against a driver who is a family member or friend?<\/summary><p>Possibly. Whether a claim can move forward turns on the insurance and the facts of the crash.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a police report?<\/summary><p>A crash report documents what happened and can help show fault. The Georgia State Patrol may investigate serious crashes.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I already gave the other insurer a statement?<\/summary><p>Tell the firm what you said so it can be reviewed. Statements to insurers can shape how fault is argued.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will I have to go to court?<\/summary><p>Some claims settle without a trial. A lawsuit may be needed if a claim cannot be resolved through negotiation.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a family member recover after a passenger dies?<\/summary><p>When no family member is entitled to bring a wrongful death action, Georgia law lets the decedent&#8217;s administrator or executor bring one for the benefit of the next of kin. Funeral and medical expenses may be recovered when death results from negligence (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">\u00a7 51-4-5<\/a>).<\/p><\/details>\n<p>If you were hurt riding in a Georgia crash, you may have a claim, and our team can review it with you in a free, confidential consultation. Request your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">free case evaluation<\/a> today.<\/p>\n<p><em>Responsible lawyer: Terance Madden, T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. Phone: 833-PAID-123. This page gives general information about Georgia law, not legal advice for a specific case.<\/em><\/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) 978-6711.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How Our Firm Can Help Injured Passengers<\/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\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Passenger-Focused Representation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Passengers have often been hurt without any role in causing the crash. Our lawyers focus on the injured person&#x27;s side of the story from the first call.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crash Investigation Support<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help gather the crash report, photos, witness information, and medical records needed to document what happened.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear Communication<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team keeps you informed about your case and answers your questions in plain English.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\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\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Available 24\/7<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Injuries and insurance calls do not keep business hours. Call us at any time to speak with someone about your situation.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focus on Your Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We handle the insurance companies and paperwork so you can concentrate on getting better.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--check\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Fee Unless There Is a Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our fees are contingent on a recovery. You may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses, which we will explain before you decide.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\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\">Before You Speak With an Insurance Adjuster<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance companies may contact you soon after a crash, sometimes before you have had medical care or understood your injuries. Consider speaking with a lawyer before giving a recorded statement or signing any release.<\/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\">Call Us Now<\/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\/\">Call Us Now<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Passenger Injury Situations<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide 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\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driver Is a Family Member or Friend<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Injuries to a passenger riding with a relative or friend raise questions about insurance coverage. We review the facts and policies with you.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Multi-Vehicle Collisions<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chain-reaction and highway crashes can involve several drivers and insurers. We work to sort out who was involved and how the crash happened.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Commercial and Rideshare Vehicles<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Passengers in taxis, rideshares, buses, or work vehicles may face different insurance questions. 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