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Misdemeanors to Felony Charges in Personal Injury Cases

Misdemeanors to felony charges can occur depending on the level of seriousness and specific circumstances of the charge in a personal injury case. While many crimes are typically classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the level of severity, misdemeanors are generally defined as a crime which may be punishable by up to a year of jail time, and felonies bring more substantial fines and penalties.

Legal Direction with Misdemeanors Crucial

Retaining a qualified attorney can help ensure you have the best representation for filing a claim in a misdemeanor or a misdemeanors-to-felony personal injury case. Both types of crimes can result in jail time, fines, job loss, and a criminal record for those convicted, however, you want a lawyer that seeks the best compensatory award, protection of your rights, and outcome for you and your family when filing such a complicated claim.

Misdemeanors to Felony Charges in Personal Injury Cases

Examples of misdemeanors to felony charges include:

  • Assault that results in bodily injury, to murder or homicide
  • DUI or DWI that results in manslaughter, homicide, personal injury
  • Burglary that results in a grand theft charge with or without injury
  • Domestic violence with assault and/or battery, personal injury
  • Use of a weapon with related personal injury or death
  • Personal attacks which may rise to level of kidnapping and/or sexual assault
  • A crime which escalates to involving personal injury, harm, death

Personal Injury Time Limits Affect Compensation Awards

Personal injury time limits in Georgia affect your legal ability to not only file a claim, but also to receive compensation for the injuries you have received. If you try to file a claim after the time limit, the court can refuse to hear your case, resulting in your loss of rights related to any possible compensation awards. Retaining a personal injury lawyer early prevents delay in filing your claim, and potential loss of receiving a compensation award.

Misdemeanors to Felony Personal Injury Attorney

Call the office of Joel Baskin, when faced with a personal injury or the death of a family member resulting from a misdemeanor to felony charge. Make the call to the attorney that will protect your rights, defend you, and bring maximum compensation for your personal injury.  

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