Practice Areas
Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
If you have been seriously injured because someone else was careless, reckless, or negligent, Teston & Burruss will work hard to get you the financial compensation you deserve.
Personal Injury
Georgia's Statue of Limitations for Filing a Claim
The State of Georgia enforces a statutory filing deadline that, if not obeyed, may result in a case being time-barred and a plaintiff being ineligible to recover compensation for their injury. The filing deadline for most personal injury cases in Georgia is two years following the date on which the plaintiff became injured.
There may be exceptions to this deadline in certain circumstances. it’s always worth talking to an experienced personal injury lawyer about the options available for a particular case. Give us a call today at Teston & Burruss Law Firm in Georgia to discuss your case for free. We promise to clearly communicate your options to you.
Personal Injury
What Are Some Types of Personal Injury Damages?
What several types of personal injury damages?
We have them for you here:
- Medical expenses.
- Lost wages.
- Out-of-pocket expenses that are not medical expenses or lost wages.
- Compensation for personal pain and suffering.
If you’ve been affected by this type of damage, please reach out to us to discuss your situation. At Teston & Burruss Law Firm in Georgia, we offer free case consultations. We look forward to helping you.
Personal Injury
Determining Fault for an Accident in Georgia
Most personal injuries are caused by accidents, meaning that defendants in personal injury cases usually did not intend to cause any harm.
Regardless, those who cause an accident can be held liable in court for their carelessness or recklessness if that behavior causes someone else to get hurt. Many personal injury cases use the legal framework of negligence to seek compensation.
Someone may be considered legally negligent if they had a duty of care to protect the wellbeing of the plaintiff, subsequently failed to fulfill that duty, and caused the plaintiff to suffer compensable damages as a proximate—or direct—result. Give us a call today at Teston & Burruss Law Firm in Georgia to discuss your case for free. We promise to clearly communicate your options to you.
Personal Injury
Slip and Fall – How much is your injury case worth?
If you had a slip & fall accident and were injured, it might not have been your fault. Your fall could be due to the negligence of the property or business owner. A property owner has an obligation to keep the premises safe. If the owner knew about a potential hazard or dangerous condition, they can be held liable for your injuries, lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
Every case is unique and rarely are any two circumstances the same. There are many factors that go into determining the value of a slip and fall injury. If you or someone you know has suffered an injury from a slip & fall accident, call our office today for a free consultation and case evaluation. Call Teston & Burruss Law Firm in North Georgia to discuss your unique case during a free consultation. We look forward to answering your questions and providing value.
Personal Injury
Hazardous or Dangerous Conditions.
A dangerous condition must present an unreasonable risk of harm to those on the property and must be a condition a reasonable person would not have expected or been able to avoid. Basically, it is a condition that was not obvious or avoidable. A potentially hazardous condition, for example, could be a faulty handrail, broken step, loose floorboard, or even a spill or leak.
If the property owner knew about the issue and you were injured because of it, you do not have to pay for the consequences of your fall on your own. You can retain an injury lawyer to file a lawsuit against the property owner whose negligence resulted in a harmful impact on your life.
Personal Injury
Obtain an Attorney Immediately
Your actions immediately after your accident are critical. First, if appropriate, seek immediate medical attention. If the injury is severe enough, call 911 for medical treatment. If you or someone else has the opportunity, use your phone, and take pictures of the area and the conditions that caused your accident. If there were any witness that saw the accident occur get their names and phone numbers if possible.
Obtaining an attorney quickly for slip and fall accidents is crucial. Experienced injury attorneys usually know exactly what to look for in these cases. Just as important, your attorney knows how to preserve the evidence, like surveillance videos, so that it can be used later in your case. Attorneys can contact witnesses and get statements to help prove your case. At Teston & Burruss, our attorneys are experienced in taking the quick and necessary actions needed to get you the compensation you deserve.
Wrongful Death
Liability For a Death
The wrongful death attorneys at Teston & Burruss recognize the suffering and trauma that comes with the loss of a family member. We are experienced in assisting families recover for the loss of their loved ones.
Hiring an attorney or seeking legal action is usually the last thing on a grieving family’s mind after the loss of a loved one. Unfortunately, the law sets time limitations for filing a wrongful death claim. It is important for family members of the deceased to consider retaining a wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible. Let an attorney worry about the legal issues while you grieve and care for your family.
In addition to the extreme emotional pain of losing a loved one, families are often faced with significant financial burdens arising from medical expenses, funeral costs, and the loss of support from the deceased. The monetary compensation recovered through a wrongful death lawsuit allows a family to mourn the loss of their loved one without having to worry about financial burdens.
The wrongful death attorneys at Teston & Burruss recognize the value of the deceased and are prepared to assist the surviving family recover the true value of their loss.
Wrongful Death
What is a Wrongful Death Claim?
Wrongful death occurs when negligence, recklessness, or intentional behavior results in a person’s death. A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit filed by the surviving members of an individual who has died due to the negligence, wrongdoing, or recklessness of another. In a wrongful death case, the law allows the surviving family members of the deceased to file a wrongful death lawsuit to recover monetary damages for their loss. The wrongful death suit is meant to provide money as compensation for relatives who depended upon the deceased for financial support and companionship.
Some of the most common causes of wrongful death include:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Workplace accidents
Give us a call today at Teston & Burruss Law Firm in Georgia to discuss your case for free. We promise to clearly communicate your options to you.
Accidents
Hazardous or Dangerous Conditions.
A dangerous condition must present an unreasonable risk of harm to those on the property and must be a condition a reasonable person would not have expected or been able to avoid. Basically, it is a condition that was not obvious or avoidable. A potentially hazardous condition, for example, could be a faulty handrail, broken step, loose floorboard, or even a spill or leak.
If the property owner knew about the issue and you were injured because of it, you do not have to pay for the consequences of your fall on your own. You can retain an injury lawyer to file a lawsuit against the property owner whose negligence resulted in a harmful impact on your life.
Accidents
Obtain an Attorney Immediately
Your actions immediately after your accident are critical. First, if appropriate, seek immediate medical attention. If the injury is severe enough, call 911 for medical treatment. If you or someone else has the opportunity, use your phone, and take pictures of the area and the conditions that caused your accident. If there were any witness that saw the accident occur get their names and phone numbers if possible.
Obtaining an attorney quickly for slip and fall accidents is crucial. Experienced injury attorneys usually know exactly what to look for in these cases. Just as important, your attorney knows how to preserve the evidence, like surveillance videos, so that it can be used later in your case. Attorneys can contact witnesses and get statements to help prove your case. At Teston & Burruss, our attorneys are experienced in taking the quick and necessary actions needed to get you the compensation you deserve.
Wrongful Death
What are Wrongful Death Damages?
Damages is the monetary compensation families receive for the death of their loved one. A number of factors will be considered by the court and the jury in determining the amount of money that should be awarded to the family of the deceased. These factors often include the amount of the deceased’s income, the life expectancy of the deceased and the surviving family members, the specific relationship between the survivor and the deceased, and what personal services the deceased provided to the survivors that may be irreplaceable. For example, a wife can recover compensation for the loss of her husband’s companionship. A child can recover compensation for the loss of parental companionship and guidance. Every surviving family member of a deceased can seek to recover compensation for the lost support and services.
Wrongful Death
Amount of Damages
At Teston & Burruss, our team understands not only the financial hardships families face after the loss of a loved one, but the personal and emotional hardships that no amount of damages can relieve. If you have a loved one that has died due to the bad acts of another you may be entitled to compensation. To learn more about your legal options, contact us today for a free case evaluation.
If you’ve been affected by this type of insurmountable damage, please reach out to us to discuss your situation. At Teston & Burruss Law Firm in Georgia, we offer free case consultations. We look forward to helping you.
Personal Injury/Accident
Dog Bite
The First Things to Do After Being Bitten
No one ever anticipates being bitten by a dog, yet it happens all the time.
If you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog, here’s a quick list of what you need to do after being bitten:
- Obtain the names and addresses of witnesses, the dog owner, and the people who had ownership or control of the dog when it bit you.
- Take photographs of the wounds.
- See a doctor to document your dog bite incident and obtain treatment.
- Contact the local animal control agency in your area and file a report.
- Call Teston & Burruss Law Firm to retain an attorney who is experienced in dog bite cases.
If the dog owner is insured, you might get a call from an insurance company representative. Allow us to inform you of your legal rights as a dog bite victim, as well as instruct you on how to navigate this unfortunate situation to ensure the best results for your case.
At Teston & Burruss Law Firm in Georgia, we want you taken care of like you’re one of our own. Call us today for genuine help and assistance at 470-892-2204.