$350,000 Jury Award in DeKalb Car Accident Case
While it was undisputed that the defendant caused the accident, a plaintiff had her work cut out for her it convincing a DeKalb County jury that the back injury she suffered was caused by the accident. The 46-year-old woman suffered spine injury and disc compression in the car accident. However, one of the elements in a personal injury case such as this is proving causation. Using medical records, expert physician testimony, and testimony of family and friends is often the most logical way to prove causation.
As trial attorneys, we often use all of the above to prove causation. Most important are the medical records which can show the timing and course of treatment. In this case, the woman did not visit a physician until two months after her original emergency room visit after the accident. Because back injuries can show up gradually, an experienced attorney will be prepared to "connect the dots."
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