Atlanta Child Injury Attorney

Georgia Child Injury Lawyer - Atlanta Child Injury Attorney

As the oldest of seven children, Mr. Angell remembers all too well the terrible childhood experience of an auto accident that resulted in serious injuries to his brothers. As a child Bryce felt helpless. As an attorney, he is committed to helping children who are unable to stand up for their rights. Children deserve the right to live and grow in a safe environment. As parents, teachers, and caretakers it is our responsibility to ensure safety for all of our nation's children. At the Angell Law Firm, we believe that a defenseless child who falls victim to the negligence or recklessness of others deserves to have the best legal representation. It is our duty to fight for their justice. If your child has been injured due to someone's negligence, call our experienced Georgia child injury lawyers today.

Child Injury FAQs

Question: If my child is injured at a daycare, playground or another children's place, can my child recover money for his or her injuries?

Answer: As a general rule, an attorney representing an injured child must be able to prove that the owner or operator of the daycare, playground, or other children's place was negligent and that such negligence was the cause of the accident. We have successfully represented children where an owner's negligence included dangerous equipment, improper or inadequate protective devices such as padded flooring where required, improper or inadequate supervision at a camp or similar facility, etc.

Question: What are the attorney's fees in child injury cases?

Answer: Just like personal injury cases for adults, all accident cases accepted by The Angell Law firm are handled on a contingency fee basis. This means there is no fee charged to the client unless we recover money. Fees and expenses are paid once the settlement of the case is finalized.

Question: If my child is under 18 and gets an injury settlement in Georgia, who is the money paid to?

Answer: A Probate judge will approve as to how the proceeds of your child's personal injury settlement are to be used by you the parent or guardian. Depending on the amount, the funds must be held in trust for your injured child pursuant to the specific terms of the court order. The order approving the settlement and the attorney's fee usually directs that all or most of the money be deposited in an interest bearing bank account for the benefit of your injured child until he/she reaches the age of 18.

Question: Is it possible for some of my child's settlement to be used for the child before he or she turns 18?

Answer: Yes, but only if the amount is approved by the court. If requested at the time of the judge's approval of the settlement, it is possible to request the court to allow a portion of your child's settlement to be used for a specific purpose. As parent or guardian you may be required to submit proof to the court of compliance with the terms.

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