Georgia Personal Injury Lawyer
David T. Whitworth of the Whitworth Law Firm, P.C.
Practice Areas and Legal Definitions

Georgia Automobile Accidents:

David  T. Whitworth has years of experience and a successful track record representing clients who have suffered significant injuries in automobile accidents. The Whitworth Law Firm, P.C., works closely with doctors and other health care providers to discuss the short and long-term medical consequences of an injury. David T. Whitworth possesses a detailed comprehension of Georgia's automobile insurance and liability laws and understands the different sources of recovery available to car accident victims and their families. If you or a loved one has sustained serious injuries or death as a result of an automobile accident, contact Georgia automobile accident attorney David T. Whitworth today today for a free consultation.

Georgia Tractor-trailer Accidents:

Almost every driver has complaints at some time or another about those "big tractor-trailer trucks"! Sometimes the big rigs cause only inconvenience or anxiety. Too often, they are driven at excessive speeds and too close to other traffic. In some cases there are violations of very specific regulations relating to the trucks themselves, required equipment, or limitations on the hours truckers are allowed to drive. The enormous weight differential between tractor-trailer rigs and normal passenger vehicles means that accidents involving trucks can result in devastating injuries and death. David T. Whitworth has extensive experience in trucking litigation. If you or a loved one has sustained serious injuries or death as a consequence of an accident with a tractor-trailer rig, contact Georgia tractor-trailer attorney David T. Whitworth today for a free consultation.

Georgia Wrongful Death:

A wrongful death occurs when a person dies due to the negligence or misconduct of another individual, company or organization. A legal action for wrongful death may be brought by the surviving spouse or children, surviving parents, or the decedent's personal representative. Even illegitimate children may recover for the wrongful death of their parent. In order to bring a successful wrongful death cause of action in Georgia, it is only necessary that there has been the death of a human being caused by another's negligent or intentional conduct.

In Georgia, the measure of damages for wrongful death is unlike that in other states, and is the "full value of the life" of the deceased loved one. This includes both economic and non-economic factors. In addition, the estate of the deceased person is entitled to recover for any conscious pain and suffering that the individual suffered before his or her death, and for medical, funeral, and related expenses. For further information on a wrongful death claim, please call Georgia wrongful death attorney David T. Whitworth today for a free consultation to discuss your family's potential wrongful death case.

Georgia Insurance Claims:

Insurance claims are a notice for reimbursement from an insurance company when the insured has suffered a loss that is covered under the insurance policy. Under Georgia law, insurance companies cannot refuse to pay a customer's claim without "reasonable justification." This means that an insurance company must engage in a reasonable investigation and pay legitimate claims in a timely manner. If an insurance company fails to handle its customer's claim properly, or even a third-party's automobile damage claim, it may be held accountable for damages over and above the amount initially claimed. Contact Georgia insurance claims attorney David T. Whitworth today for a free consultation.

Georgia Aviation Accidents:

Airline crashes typically result in extremely traumatic injuries and death. These cases are very complex and may involve federal, state or international laws and treaties. There may also be limitations on recoveries and caps on damages. Weather, maintenance, ground preparation of flights, pilot error, manufacturing defects and controller error may all contribute to a crash.

Often, investigations will be undertaken by several different governmental agencies. Knowing how to obtain all investigatory material and having the evidence reviewed by an aviation expert is crucial in determining where responsibility for the crash lies. If you have been seriously injured or a loved one has been killed as the result of a plane crash or other aviation accident, call Georgia personal injury attorney David T. Whitworth. With prior experience in aviation litigation, Whitworth Law Firm can protect your legal rights and provide strong representation.

Georgia Motorcycle Accidents:

Motorcycle riders are often exposed to dangers not met by automobile drivers and other motorists on the road. The lack of any substantial protective barriers, as well as the failure of other motorists to properly observe motorcycles, leaves riders prone to serious personal injury in the event of an accident. Georgia motorcycle accident attorney David T. Whitworth can advise injured riders of their legal rights and discuss the litigation options that are available.

Georgia Train Accidents:

Train accidents can result in personal injury such as sprains and fractures, catastrophic injury such as head trauma, brain damage and paralysis and loss of lives or property. Train accidents can include derailments, collisions with passenger vehicles or other trains, grade crossing accidents, and others. It is the railroad's responsibility to ensure there are appropriate safety precautions at all crossings. If the railroad fails to take such precautions, they may be liable for any injury or death that ensues. Victims of train accidents may be entitled to compensation for pain and suffering, medical expenses, property damage, lost wages and loss of earning capacity. Georgia railroad accident attorney David T. Whitworth will stand up for your rights when you have been injured or have lost a loved one due to a train wreck or railroad crossing collision. Call today for your free initial consultation.

Georgia Workers’ Compensation:

Workers' compensation is what an employer or its workers compensation insurer is required by law to pay when an employee is injured on the job or becomes ill, temporarily or permanently disabled, or fatally injured due to circumstances arising out of his or her job. Workers compensation laws vary widely from state to state and are highly technical. You should not entrust workers compensation matters to attorneys who are not experienced in the field. David T. Whitworth has handled workers compensation claims throughout his entire 28-year career.

Benefits available may include payments for lost wages, medical and related expenses, mileage reimbursements, and payments to family members for providing attendant care. Additional amounts may be awarded if there is permanent disability. For further information, please call Georgia workers compensation attorney David T. Whitworth if you have been injured on the job.

Georgia Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect:

Americans are living longer than ever before. The fastest growing segment in the United States is the elderly population. As a result of this demographic shift, an increasing number of Americans have become residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. As many of these nursing homes are under-funded and understaffed, a disturbing incidence of neglect and abuse is being reported. Injuries sustained by nursing home residents due to neglect and abuse often involve the inappropriate use of physical restraints, overuse of sedatives, unnecessary use of urinary catheters, loss of mobility, pressure sores and lack of nutrition with weight loss. Please call Georgia nursing home abuse attorney David T. Whitworth today if you or a loved one has been victimized by nursing home abuse.

Georgia Slip and Fall/Premises Liability:

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere and can cause serious personal injury. Most slip and falls happen in commercial settings, such as grocery stores, drug stores, motels, office buildings, construction sites, gas stations and malls, but they also happen on private property. Premises Liability accidents can include toxic exposure, animal attacks, swimming pool accidents and amusement park ride accidents. In any event, there exist duties on the part of the property owners to maintain the property responsibly and avoid the existence of hazardous conditions.

Dangerous or defective conditions may be large or small, temporary or permanent. Therefore, investigation of the claim is essential to a successful case. If you or a loved one has sustained serious injuries as a result of a slip and fall accident, contact Georgia personal injury attorney David T. Whitworth today for a free consultation.

TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS:

If you have been seriously injured or have a loved one who has suffered wrongful death as the result of another person's negligence, carelessness or other wrongful act in southeast Georgia, you need the help of experienced personal injury lawyer David T. Whitworth. Whitworth Law Firm, P.C. practices actively in the counties of Glynn, Camden, Wayne, Ware, McIntosh, Chatham, and elsewhere throughout south Georgia, including the cities of Brunswick, Savannah, St. Mary's, Jesup, Waycross, Darien, and Alma. Contact Whitworth Law Firm, P.C. today regarding your personal injury matter by calling toll free 866-717-4703. Your initial consultation on such matters is free.