Category: Car Accident

What to Expect from Your Car Accident Lawyer

What to Expect from Your Car Accident Lawyer

What to Expect from Your Personal Injury Lawyer

If you have been in a car accident, it can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. You may be dealing with injuries, medical bills, and lost wages, as well as the hassle of dealing with insurance companies. That’s where a car accident lawyer can help. At The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC, we are dedicated to helping clients in Atlanta, Acworth, Marietta, and the surrounding areas navigate the legal process and recover the compensation they deserve. In this article, we will discuss what you can expect from working with a car accident lawyer.

1. Initial Consultation

The first step in working with a car accident lawyer is to schedule an initial consultation. During this consultation, you will have the opportunity to discuss the details of your case with the lawyer and ask any questions you may have. At The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC, we offer free initial consultations, so there is no cost or obligation to meet with us.

2. Investigation

Once you have hired a car accident lawyer, they will begin investigating your case. This may include gathering evidence, such as police reports, witness statements, and medical records. They may also consult with experts, such as accident reconstruction specialists or medical professionals, to help build a strong case on your behalf.

3. Communication with Insurance Companies

Dealing with insurance companies can be a frustrating and time-consuming process. Your car accident lawyer can handle all communication with the insurance companies involved in your case, including negotiating settlements and dealing with any disputes that may arise.

4. Negotiation and Settlement

In many car accident cases, a settlement can be reached without the need for a trial. Your car accident lawyer will negotiate with the insurance companies on your behalf to reach a fair settlement that compensates you for your injuries and damages. At The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC, we are skilled negotiators and will fight to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.

5. Trial

In some cases, a trial may be necessary to resolve a car accident case. If this is the case, your car accident lawyer will prepare your case and represent you in court. At The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC, we have extensive trial experience and will fight to ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve.

6. Support and Guidance

Dealing with a car accident can be a traumatic and stressful experience. Your car accident lawyer can provide you with the support and guidance you need during this difficult time. At The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC, we are committed to providing compassionate and personalized representation to each of our clients.

If you have been in a car accident, don’t hesitate to contact The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC. Our experienced car accident lawyers are here to help you navigate the legal process and recover the compensation you deserve.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to hire a car accident lawyer?

At The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC, we offer free initial consultations, and we work on a contingency fee basis. That means we only get paid if you receive compensation for your injuries and damages. We believe that everyone deserves access to legal representation, regardless of their financial situation.

What if I can’t afford to pay for medical bills and other expenses while my case is pending?

If you are unable to pay for medical bills and other expenses while your case is pending, your car accident lawyer may be able to help. At The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC, we can work with medical providers to ensure that you receive the care you need, even if you are unable to pay upfront. We can also help you seek compensation for these expenses as part of your case.

How long will my case take?

The length of your case will depend on a variety of factors, including the complexity of your case and whether a settlement can be reached. At The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC, we will work diligently to resolve your case as quickly and efficiently as possible, while also ensuring that you receive the compensation you deserve.

What types of damages can I recover in a car accident case?

You may be able to recover a variety of damages in a car accident case, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. Your car accident lawyer can help you determine what types of damages you may be entitled to.

How do I get started with The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC?

If you have been in a car accident in Atlanta, Acworth, Marietta, or the surrounding areas, contact The Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC to schedule a free consultation. During this consultation, we will discuss the details of your case and provide you with guidance on how to move forward.

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Driver Killed in Cobb County, Georgia After Being Shot by Officer

Via 11Alive – Cobb County, Georgia: On Wednesday afternoon a Cobb County Police Department officer shot a driver, late identified as Devonte Dawayne Brown following a short chase. Cobb County Police Chief Tim Cox stated that Mr. Brown was being pulled over due to erratic driving. Chief Cox stated in a tweet We have now confirmed that this incident began with an officer observing the vehicle driving erratically and posing a threat to motoring and pedestrian traffic in the area…we are thankful no motorists or pedestrians were injured.”

The @atluncensored Instagram account showed four law enforcement vehicles were able to surround the driver and his car, boxing him in. Repeatedly the driver attempted to back up and pull forward, colliding with surrounding cars, as if trying to escape. Law enforcement officers drew their weapons and aimed them at the driver. An officer fired ~12 rounds at the driver, who was killed.

Chief Cox has confirmed a handgun was recovered at the scene. Georgia Bureau of Investigation has been brought in to assist with the case, which is protocol for shooting incidents involving police.

Schedule a Consultation with Woodstock, GA Personal Injury Attorney Kyle Koester

If you or a loved one are suffering injuries caused by the negligence of another driver, contact the Law offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC. Kyle Koester specializes in personal injuries from car accidents, truck accidents, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). To schedule a consultation, call us at (770) 744-5250 or contact us online. With over 7 years of experience in the personal injury field, Kyle Koester aggressively advocates for his clients to receive the compensation they are owed for their injuries and pain and suffering.

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Remnants of Tropical Storm Fred Flood 285 and I-85 in North Metro Atlanta

Via WSBTV Atlanta, Georgia – Heavy rain from remnants of Tropical Storm Fred caused chaos in the morning commute across north Georgia and metro Atlanta on Tuesday morning. Prior to 8 a.m., WSBTV’s Triple Team Traffic reported flooding on Interstate 85 near Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Gwinnett County, Georgia.

A Georgia Department on Transportation camera showed water covering up the first four lanes of the interstate traveling southbound. The water was deep enough to almost cover the tires of SUVs trying to travel on the Interstate. Each passing vehicle created another layer of waves, making the interstate look like a small lake.

Another DOT camera showed a highway emergency response operator (HERO) unit blocking the ramp from I-285 eastbound to Buford Highway in Dekalb County, Georgia. The exit ramp also appeared to be under several inches of water before 9 a.m.

Schedule a Consultation with Woodstock, GA Personal Injury Attorney Kyle Koester

If you or a loved one are suffering injuries caused by the negligence of another driver, contact the Law offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC. Kyle Koester specializes in personal injuries from car accidents, truck accidents, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). To schedule a consultation, call us at (770) 744-5250 or contact us . With over 7 years of experience in the personal injury field, Kyle Koester aggressively advocates for his clients to receive the compensation they are owed for their injuries and pain and suffering.

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One Fatality, One Injured After Wreck in Cobb County, Georgia

One Fatality, One Injured After Wreck in Cobb County, Georgia

Via 11Alive Cobb County, Georgia – One person has been killed, and another injured after a deadly wreck in Cobb County, Georgia on Thursday morning. According to a statement from the Cobb County Police Department, the wreck happened near the intersection of Hurt and Brooks roads at approximately 10:19a.m.

Investigators claim a 2007 black Chevrolet Cobalt was traveling west on Hurt Road and a 2015 Toyota Avalon was traveling east on Hurt Road approaching the intersection with Brooks Road. When the Chevrolet crossed the center line it failed to maintain its lane and drove into the concrete curb and guardrail and then collided with the Toyota.

68-year-old Gail McGill Draper and 66-year-old Cuc Thi Tran were taken to Kennestone Hospital, where Tran was treated for non-life-threatening injuries, but Draper was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Cobb County Police Department claims their Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) unit is working on the fatal incident, which remains under investigation.

Schedule a Consultation with Woodstock, GA Personal Injury Attorney Kyle Koester

If you or a loved one are suffering injuries caused by the negligence of another driver, contact the Law offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC. Kyle Koester specializes in personal injuries from car accidents, truck accidents, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). To schedule a consultation, call us at (770) 744-5250 or reach out to us online. With over 7 years of experience in the personal injury field, Kyle Koester aggressively advocates for his clients to receive the compensation they are owed for their injuries and pain and suffering.

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Cobb County Man Seriously Injured after Motorcycle Crash

Via 11Alive – Cobb County, GA

Cobb County Police Department’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) is investigating a motorcycle accident that occurred on Sunday, August 8 at East Piedmont Road and Bertha Way.

A black Harley Davidson motorcycle driven by 63-year-old Glen Russell Miller, was traveling north on East Piedmont Road. While approaching the intersection with Bertha Way, Mr. Miler failed to maintain his lane and collided with the concrete curb of East Piedmont Road. Mr. Miller continued to travel north, crossed the curb, collided with the guardrail, and came to an uncontrolled stop in the right lane of East Piedmont Road.

Mr. Miller was separated from the motorcycle and landed on the east shoulder of East Piedmont Road. He was transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital with serious injuries. The accident is still currently under investigation.

Schedule a Consultation with Woodstock, GA Personal Injury Attorney Kyle Koester

If you or a loved one are suffering injuries caused by the negligence of another driver, contact the Law offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC. Kyle Koester specializes in personal injuries from car accidents, truck accidents, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). To schedule a consultation, call us at (678) 803-2575 or reach out to us online. With over 7 years of experience in the personal injury field, Kyle Koester aggressively advocates for his clients to receive the compensation they are owed for their injuries and pain and suffering.

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Covid-19 in Georgia

How Our Office is Handling Covid-19

Dear Clients and Potential Clients,

On behalf of Koester Legal, I am writing to inform our community that the Supreme Court of Georgia has issued an Order Declaring a Statewide Judicial Emergency. Essentially, this Order cancels all regularly scheduled court appearances through April 13, 2020. Our Firm is closely monitoring and responding to the evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) situation as well.

Without a doubt, the well-being and safety of our clients and employees is our top priority. Koester Legal is fully equipped to serve our current clients and any potential new client during this difficult time. The vast majority of our daily workflow is cloud based which allows our employees to work remotely if needed.

What Koester Legal is doing:

• Our Woodstock Personal Injury office will remain open to see current clients and potential new clients BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

• We are happy to conduct new client intake meetings, free consultations, and client update meetings via telephone or video conference.

• All documents that requiring signatures can be easily signed electronically via are alliance with vinesign.com.

• Under certain circumstances we can make arrangements to meet you in your home.

• We will continue to closely monitor guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

• Every effort is being made to contact current clients that may have a court date or deposition scheduled within the next 30 days. If think you have an upcoming court date, contact us right away at 770-744-5250 or [email protected] for further instructions.

We sincerely hope that you, your family, friends, and loved ones are safe and healthy during this time.

I firmly believe that through this adversity our community will grow stronger. Remember to always be kind, clean, and courteous in all that you do.

All the best,

Kyle E. Koester, Esq.

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Georgia’s New Hands-Free Law

Georgia's New Hands Free Law

If you live in Georgia, chances are that you’ve heard of the new “hands-free” law about to go into effect. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving was the cause of nearly 400,000 injury accidents in 2015. In 2016, its estimated that distracted driving was the cause of 3,450 fatal accidents. Nearly all auto accidents in Georgia are the result of one or more drivers not paying attention. The purpose of this new law is to reduce the number of crashes, injuries, and fatalities on Georgia roads. There’s been lots of misinformation floating around the internet and social media regarding this law. In order to make sure that you stay on the right side of the law, we’ve broken the new hands-free law down for you.

Let’s start with the basics:

The law means that you are not allowed to operate your vehicle while operating a cell phone, holding a cell phone with your hand, or supporting your cell phone with any other part of your body. Its also important to note that law enforcement can initiate a traffic stop and write a ticket for violating this law alone. In other words, they do not need to observe any other violation to enforce this law.

What does the law include?

Georgia’s hands-free law includes cell phones, portable telephones or text messaging devices, personal digital assistants, stand alone computers or laptops, GPS receivers, any similar portable wireless device used to send and receive data. The law does NOT include the radio, CB radios, commercial two-way radios, subscription based emergency communication devices, medical devices with a prescription, amateur radio devices, in-car navigation systems.

What are the rules?

A driver may NOT hold or support a wireless telecommunications device with any part of his or her body. The exceptions include earpieces, headphones, and smart watches.

Drivers may not read, send, or receive text messages with the exception of voice-based communications that are converted to written text messages.

GPS may only be accessed by a driver while lawfully parked The screen may be viewed, but the device can not be held or supported by any part of the driver’s body.

Drivers may not watch videos.

Drivers may not record videos unless using a standalone dash camera.

Commercial drivers may not use more than one button to initiate a voice conversation.

Commercial drivers may not reach for a wireless communication device if it causes them to no longer be seated properly in the driver seat or properly restrained by their seat belt.

What are the exceptions?

There are some exceptions for all drivers.

These exceptions include reporting a traffic accident, medical emergency, fire, crime, or hazardous road condition.

Employees or contractors of a utility service provider acting within the scope of their employment while responding to a utility emergency.

First responders during the course of their job duties.

If you’ve been injured by a distracted driver or for more information about Georgia’s new hands free law, call the Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC at 770-744-5250.

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Tips From A Car Accident Lawyer: Emergency Supplies

Cars are a crucial part of everyday life for most of us. They take us to and from work, school, church, doctor appoints, etc. Unfortunately, its impossible to predict when or where your car is going to break down, not start, or get a flat tire. These little headaches are next to impossible to avoid, and most of us have probably dealt with one or more of these issues in the not so distant past. Driving a car or riding in one also brings with it the risk of being in an accident. According to car insurance averages, you will probably get in 3-4 accidents over the course of your life. Fortunately, these accidents will more than likely not be deadly, but they can still cause a major headache for you.

As an experienced car accident lawyer, I’ve heard many stories from clients who have gotten into sticky situations involving their cars. While I can’t help you avoid car troubles or accidents, I can help you be more prepared should you find yourself in one of these situations.

Here’s a list of emergency supplies you should always have in your car:

First-aid kit- A first-aid kit will come in handy more than you expect! If you have kids, its always a good idea to have one in case of any accidents. Also, if you get into a car accident, you will be able to begin treating any minor injuries while you wait on paramedics.
Flashlight- If you have car troubles early in the morning before the sun has risen or late at night after it has set, you’ll need a flashlight to see what’s going on. A flashlight will be helpful if you need to look under your car’s hood, change a tire, or walk to the nearest gas station. Make sure your flashlight has working batteries in it and that you have a spare set in your car.
Cash- Its so easy for us to go weeks at a time without needing cash since most of us use our debit or credit cards. Keeping some cash hidden in a safe compartment is always a good idea in case you lose your wallet or find yourself using a vendor or retailer who doesn’t accept debit cards or has a debit card system that isn’t working.
Food and water- Having water and non perishable snacks in your car at all times may seem like overkill, but if you find yourself stranded and in need of food and water you’ll thank yourself. In a worst case scenario, having food and water in your car could save your life. Remember Atlanta’s “snowmageddon” in 2014? Food and water were definitely coveted items for many stranded motorists.
Jumper cables or a self-charging auto jumper- I’m sure most of you have, at some point, experienced a dead car battery. It happens to most of us more than once! Having a dead battery in an isolated area or when you’re on vacation can be a huge hassle. Keeping jumper cables or a self-charging auto jumper can help you easily take care of a dead battery situation.
Car cell phone charger- We all know the headache that comes with a dead cell phone battery. Generally, a dead cell phone battery is just a minor annoyance. However, if you are stranded due to a broken down car or have been in a car accident, a dead cell phone can pose a real problem. Keeping a charger for your cell phone in the car is always a good idea.

Keeping the aforementioned items in your car in case of an emergency can help bring you peace of mind and help you feel better prepared. If you or someone you know has been in a car accident and you are in need of a personal injury lawyer, call me today at (770) 744-5250 for your free consultation.

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Steps After A Car Accident From A Car Accident Lawyer

Steps To Take After A Car Accident

Getting in a car accident is something no one wants to experience. Unfortunately, many of us will. According to The Georgia Office Of Highway Safety, there were over 1,000 reported car crashes in 2012. Even a small car crash can impact your day and your life in a huge way. Oftentimes its hard to think logically and rationally after a car crash. Here are a few steps to take after a car crash to help you feel more in control.

Check for injuries- Make sure to stop, breathe, and take a second to see if you or anyone else has been injured. Make sure to check all drivers involved and any passengers, including pets. If you feel any pain at all, make sure to have a medical professional check you out, even if you feel that your pain is minor. Some injuries may not present themselves immediately but can cause problems for you in the future.
Find witnesses- No matter how small or large your accident is, find someone who witnessed it and get their contact information. Witnesses can be very helpful in providing information to the police and attorneys regarding the facts of your car accident.
Take pictures and videos- While eye witness testimony is great, having pictures and videos can help solidify details of your car accident. Using the camera on your smartphone, take pictures and videos of the accident from all different angles. Its also helpful to take videos of the street around you to show direction of travel.
Exchange information- Make sure to exchange information with all other drivers involved in the car accident. Make sure you have their full name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, insurance information, license plate number, make and model of the car, and who the owner of the car is. If there are passengers involved, make sure to get their name and phone number, as well. A quick and accurate way to get all this information is to take pictures on your phone of any documents they give you (driver’s license, insurance card, license plate, etc.).
Contact a lawyer- Make sure you contact an experienced car accident lawyer. A lawyer will be able to help you sort out what happened, how it has affected you, and what steps you need to take.

If you’ve been in a car accident and need advice on what to do next from a car accident lawyer, contact Kyle today at (770) 744-5250 for your free, expert consultation.

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