Legal Question in Personal Injury in Georgia

punitive damages

i was a third party injury victim in a car accident- can I sue for punitive damages?


Asked on 6/15/09, 11:38 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: punitive damages

Sure, where the circumstances allow punitive damages. Consult with a local attorney.

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Answered on 6/15/09, 6:16 pm
Charles Scholle Scholle Law Car and Truck Accident Attorneys

Re: punitive damages

Under certain circumstances, you can sue for punitive damages. The offending driver must have acted in a "willful or wanton manner which would raise the presumption of conscious indifference to the consequences." If the driver was under the influence or reckless. It's possible. Please contact me at the number below if you would like to discuss further.

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Answered on 6/15/09, 11:49 am
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: punitive damages

Depending on details we don't have, possibly yes. It is important that you retain counsel quickly. Feel free to call my office and do not talk directly to the insurer or other parties before you hire a lawyer.

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Answered on 6/15/09, 3:08 pm


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