Dothan, Alabama Automobile Accident Attorney Settles Lawsuit For Nurse.
Dothan, Alabama automobile accident attorney Aaron Gartlan of the Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm settled a lawsuit against ALFA insur...ance company that had been filed in Circuit Court, with a jury demand for under insured motorist coverage on behalf of a registered nurse for injuries and damages that included a serious neck injury sustained in a car wreck. This was done after obtaining the insurance policy limits available in a settlement from the owner of the vehicle that struck her.
Aaron Gartlan utilized the services of a renowned neurosurgeon as well as a chiropractor to help ensure that the nurse received the best medical treatment and that all of her injuries and damages are investigated and developed, such as lost wages, pain and suffering and future medical bills. It is important to receive the best medical care and to fully explore and be able to demonstrate all damages in a case. Further, it is crucial to determine and maximize recovery from all available insurance sources. Aaron Gartlan takes great pride in this.
No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
Motorcycle accident
C v. S
Aug 17, 2011
OUTCOME: Confidential Settlement
This case involved a confidential settlement at mediation for a man that was severely injured in a motorcycle wreck when the driver of a company truck caused a violent collision. In the days following ...the collision, a lawsuit was filed and a team of experts was assembled to reconstruct the collision and prepare the case for trial. Additionally, a team of medical experts was assembled to address the long-term medical needs. A vocational assessment and an economic evaluation was conducted to determine the long-term employment consequences of the catastrophic injury suffered. In this case, trial preparation started when the man was in the hospital recovering from injuries and recuperating from surgeries. A lawsuit was filed with a jury demand in an effort exercise the discovery and subpoena power of the circuit court and to get the case ready for trial, find out how much insurance was available and maximize recovery. An investigator was deployed to locate and gather documents and evidence, to interview witnesses, to assist in demonstrating the wreck and identifying any potential defenses. Depositions were later taken of all of the eyewitnesses to preserve their testimony, since it was favorable to our case and to push the case closer to a trial date. Our client’s deposition was taken, after being thoroughly prepared by us. All important records, bills, documents, evidence and witnesses were located, and marshaled and the witnesses were interviewed and experts were retained in order to prove the liability of the case, discount any potential defenses and to the prove damages suffered by this man. A life care planner was hired to review the medical records, bills and documents and to meet with this man to evaluate and asses his future medical needs and the impact of his injuries and damages. An economist was also retained to render an opinion as to his loss of earnings. An agent from an insurance company was brought in to address the potential to invest any potential recovery to ensure it is available in the future. An open line of communication was established with the medical providers to ease the flow of information and to facilitate a reduction in the outstanding medical bills as part of the settlement.
This was all completed before we received the invitation to mediate the case from the insurance company's attorney. Careful consideration was taken in the selection of a mediator, when the other side asked us to go to mediation. This man and his family were then thoroughly prepared by us for the mediation process. Before the mediation all of the important records, bills and documents were sent to the insurance adjuster, the insurance attorney and the mediator summarizing our case and highlighting the injuries and damages with the assistance of our expert’s findings. A message was sent and reiterated at mediation that we were not interested in mediating the case to get a settlement. We were mediating in an effort to maximize recovery for this man and were fully prepared to push the case to trial. We believe that this conditioned the defendant, the insurance adjuster, the insurance company and their attorney to agree to our final offer of settlement at the mediation, resulting in a successful mediation. No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
Car accident
NS V. BMS
Aug 11, 2011
OUTCOME: Settlement
Dothan Alabama Automobile Wreck Attorneys Settle A Complicated Case.
Dothan Alabama Personal Injury and Accident Lawyer Aaron Gartlan of The Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm settled a lawsuit that had been f...iled in a Circuit Court of Alabama with a jury demand on behalf of a good, honest, woman for injuries and damages related to a car wreck.
The Automobile Wreck Lawsuit:
Prior to the filing of the complaint for damages, the insurance company for the driver who caused the wreck, had not made any offer to settle the case. Therefore, the lawsuit was filed in an effort to prove and demonstrate liability, injuries, and damages, add value to the case, and maximize recovery.
Some Automobile Wreck Cases Require Litigation:
Many cases can be settled without the filing of a complaint for damages. However, sometimes an insurance company will not make an offer to settle, or a fair offer to settle until after that happens. Further, some cases require the filing of a lawsuit immediately, such as catastrophic injury and death cases where significant insurance coverage is potentially involved.
This Was A Complicated Automobile Wreck Case:
In this case, liability or fault was clear but there were several other issues that complicated the case. First, this nice woman was elderly with some chronic health issues that required medical treatment before and after the automobile accident. She also had BlueCross BlueShield medical insurance and Medicare, which claimed a subrogation interest in any proceeds from the lawsuit related to all of the medical treatment from the date of the car crash even though the majority of it was not as a result of the wreck.
Subrogation In Automobile Wreck Cases:
If you recall from a previous article, subrogation allows an insurance company to have a claim to proceeds of a settlement or judgment for medical bills paid as a result of injury and damages that are the subject of the settlement or judgment.
So, in this case it was necessary to negotiate with BlueCross BlueShield and Medicare to reduce their subrogation interest and to only claim treatment directly related to the wreck and to negotiate with the automobile Insurance Company for a fair settlement on her behalf.
Dothan, Alabama Automobile Accident Lawyers:
Dothan Lawyers David Hogg and Aaron Gartlan of The Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm take great pride in helping people and families stand up to big powerful corporations like insurance companies and welcome calls and visits from people that think their insurance company might be attempting to take advantage of them. When you feel like you have been taken advantage of, especially by a big powerful corporation, naturally it can seem intimidating and overwhelming and like you do not have a chance to be treated fairly. Our American Court System and the right to a trial by jury was created by the people for the people and was designed to give the people a level playing field against big powerful companies like insurance companies.
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Disclaimer:
No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
Car accident
AGW V. MLB
Aug 04, 2011
OUTCOME: Judgment and Recovery For Plaintiff
Dothan Alabama Automobile Accident Attorney Recovers After Trial.
Dothan, Alabama automobile accident lawyer Aaron Gartlan of The Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm successfully recovered for a nice elderly Al...abama woman after a trial. The case involved a car wreck, which Aaron filed a lawsuit in an effort to prove and demonstrate liability, injuries and damages, overcome defenses, address unsafe conditions, add value to the case and maximize recovery after the automobile insurance company of the other adverse driver, did not offer what was considered a fair settlement.
The Trial Of The Automobile Accident Case:
There was no dispute over liability. So the trial basically involved proving and demonstrating the injuries and damages, which included the pain, suffering, and mental anguish and medical treatment and medical bills related to the wreck. This treatment included doctor visits and physical therapy.
The Trial Preparation OF The Automobile Accident Case:
Prior to trial, all of the important records and documents were gathered, which included the medical records, bills, subrogation and accident report. All of the witnesses were identified. Then a summary of liability, injuries and damages was sent to the automobile insurance company of the adverse driver in an attempt to reach an amicable settlement.
The Automobile Accident Lawsuit:
A lawsuit was filed after the insurance company of the other adverse driver did not offer what was considered a fair settlement. The discovery process was then completed and the nice elderly lady was prepared for and communicated with at every step of the process.
Dothan, Alabama Automobile Accident Lawyers:
Dothan Alabama Automobile Accident Attorneys David Hogg and Aaron Gartlan of the Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm take great pride in helping people and families stand up to big powerful corporations like insurance companies and welcome calls and visits from people that think their insurance company might be attempting to take advantage of them. When you feel like you have been taken advantage of, especially by a big powerful corporation, naturally it can seem intimidating and overwhelming. Maybe you feel like you do not have a chance to be treated fairly. Our American Court System and the right to a trial by jury was created by the people for the people and was designed to give the people a level playing field against big powerful companies like insurance companies.
Disclaimer:
No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
Dothan Personal Injury
Lawyers | Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm:
Dothan personal injury lawyers offer free resources to help you today. When you are ready, claim your free consultation.Contact the Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm.
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Car accident
WKP V. JBW
Mar 02, 2011
OUTCOME: Settlement
Dothan Alabama Personal Injury Lawyer Settles Automobile Wreck Case
The Lawsuit:
Dothan Alabama Personal Injury and Automobile Accident Lawyer Aaron Gartlan of The Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm recently ...settled a case that had been filed in the Circuit Court with a jury demand on behalf of a good, honest, hard-working Alabama man for injuries and damages that he sustained in a rear-end collision in Troy, Alabama. After the lawsuit was filed, paper discovery was completed, all of the medical records, pictures, and witnesses were identified and important documents were gathered in an effort to prove and demonstrate liability, injuries and damages, and maximize recovery. This also opened up the lines of communication with the medical providers and insurance companies to negotiate balances and subrogation interests and to ensure that any outstanding bills were paid. After this was completed, a settlement was entered with the driver of the other vehicle’s insurance company.
Dothan, Alabama Personal Injury Lawyers:
Dothan Lawyers David Hogg and Aaron Gartlan of The Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm take great pride in helping people and families stand up to big powerful corporations like insurance companies and welcome calls and visits from people that think their insurance company might be attempting to take advantage of them. When you feel like you have been taken advantage of, especially by a big powerful corporation, naturally it can seem intimidating and overwhelming and like you do not have a chance to be treated fairly. Our American Court System and the right to a trial by jury was created by the people for the people and was designed to give the people a level playing field against big powerful companies like insurance companies.
Disclaimer:
No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
Car accident
DS V. JS
Aug 12, 2009
OUTCOME: Settlement
Dothan Personal Injury Lawyer Aaron Gartlan gets around Alabama’s Guest Statute And Settles Lawsuit
Dothan Alabama personal injury lawyer Aaron Gartlan of the Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm, LLC settled a la...w suit in the Circuit Court of Houston County on behalf of an Alabama man that sustained a serious neck injury in a car wreck. The suit was filed against the driver of the vehicle in which he was a passenger. As a general rule, Alabama Law precludes recovery against the owner or driver of an automobile for injuries and damages as a result of an accident in which you are a passenger.
Through extensive investigation and trial preparation, Aaron Gartlan was able to find an exception to Alabama's Guest Statute and settle the case prior to trial. Other attorneys might not have taken this case because of Alabama's Guest Statute. Therefore, it is important to get a second opinion if you or a loved one have been injured or killed in an automobile accident and the case is rejected by another attorney. A complete and thorough investigation is crucial. Aaron Gartlan takes great pride in developing cases through extensive investigation and trial preparation and is available to consult with you even if your case has been turned down by another attorney.
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No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be provided is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
Personal injury
B & JER VS Pharmacy
Sep 26, 2006
OUTCOME: Settlement
Dothan Alabama Personal Injury and Accident Attorney Settles Lawsuit against National Pharmacy
Dothan Alabama personal injury, accident and wrongful death lawyer Aaron Gartlan of the Hogg & Gartlan La...w Firm settled a lawsuit against national Pharmacy that had been filed in the Circuit Court with a jury demand on behalf of a nice elderly Alabama woman for injuries and damages sustained as a result of a prescription error. The settlement was entered just before the trial date after the case failed to settle at mediation. Aaron Gartlan retained the services of two pharmacists and consulted with a medical doctor and psychiatrist in trial preparation.
Early and through trial preparation is crucial in personal injury, accident and wrongful death cases, even if the case is settled without filing a lawsuit. Therefore, it is critical that you hire the right personal injury, accident and wrongful death lawyer and law firm immediately, if you or a loved one have been injured or killed in an accident. David Hogg and Aaron Gartlan of the Hogg & Gartlan Law Firm welcome calls, emails and visits of this nature and takes great pride in getting the right medical, psychological, legal, financial, engineering, accident reconstruction, investigative and sometimes other experts involved in our cases in an effort to prove and demonstrate liability, injuries and damages, overcome defenses, add value to the case and maximize recovery. This puts the personal injury and accident lawyer and law firm in the best position to prove and demonstrate that full compensation in the case serves to protect the public by sending a message that people and business that violate rules and expose the public to unnecessary danger will be required to pay in full measure. That is our philosophy, guiding principle, the way we view our cases and the driving force behind the cases that we handle.
