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TESTIMONIALS
I called Matt after several people recommended him. He was very kind and did a very good job on my son’s case. We are very thankful for the work he did. Most importantly, he was never hard to reach and answered every question we had while going through the process. Matt is the only attorney I will ever call in the future.
- Emily
My husband is a cyclist that did not fair well against an SUV recently. Matt and his team took phenomenal care of us, allowing us not to stress out (too much) about the little things. Matt and his team handled everything with professionalism. We know we made the right call.
- Jane
So glad I hired this firm after my rearend car accident. Matt embodies the skill set and values I was looking for. He treats every case like a mini war, and was a zealous advocate on my behalf. And he did so in the most competent and skillful manner. He listened, was empathetic and understood my legal and nonlegal problems.
- Jared
My 85-year old mom was in a motor vehicle accident with an uninsured motorist. His love, thoroughness and commitment to her case helped us through this accident and her cancer treatment. She underwent successful lobectomy and chemotherapy and is doing exceptionally well. We are immensely grateful.
- Lindy
It was important to me to get the maximum money I could for my broken neck and arm. After getting jerked around for months by State Farm, I interviewed several firms and chose Mr. Wetherington. I’m glad I did. He forced the insurance company to pay twenty times their last offer to me.
- Veronica
It is an honor to share my experience with Mr. Wetherington. He was able to get answers about what happened in my son’s wreck that other attorney’s were not able to do. I am so thankful for the work that he did and he was very thorough in his explanation of why the vehicle had a “defect.”
- Anonymous
My case did not settle. The person that hit me only had minimal policy limits. Fortunately, I had my own insurance, which should have provided more money. My insurance company, Allstate, treated me like garbage. We had to sue them and go all the way to trial, which we won.
- Jane Doe
Matt Wetherington is the attorney who is suing the booting companies. We need to do everything we can as a community to help him succeed. God bless you, Mr. Wetherington!
- Michael
The best! Great people and always friendly.
- Jamal
Our Locations
Buses and trains are among the safest forms of transportation available, and statistics on ridership reveal that many residents around Atlanta rely on public transit to get around. The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Association (MARTA) reports that it has completed more than 5 billion trips carrying passengers by bus and rail since opening in 1979. The system provides reliable transportation to more than 500,000 people in Metro Atlanta, with services all day long and throughout the week. However, while public transit is generally safe, MARTA accidents often occur when buses, streetcars, and trains are sharing the road with both motorists and non-motorists.
You could suffer serious injuries in a MARTA collision, but it is reassuring to know that you can seek compensation for your losses. Because the process is complicated when you are pursuing a public entity, it is critical to retain skilled legal representation. At Wetherington Law Firm, P.C., our team is knowledgeable about the laws and experienced in developing strategies for enforcing your rights. Please contact us today to schedule a free case review with an Atlanta MARTA accident lawyer. An overview of the relevant concepts is also helpful.
Common Injuries in Mass Transit Accidents
There are many different ways you could suffer harm in a MARTA accident, based upon your position in the encounter. You could be a passenger on the bus or train, but you might be the occupant of another vehicle, a pedestrian, a bicycle rider, or another road user. Victims often suffer:
- Broken bones;
- Concussion, traumatic brain injuries, and other head injuries;
- Trauma to internal organs;
- Spinal cord injuries and fractured vertebrae;
- Cuts, serious bruises, and abrasions;
- Sprains to the tissues that connect bones;
- Muscle and tendon strains;
- Soft tissue injuries, including whiplash, herniated and bulging discs in the spine, and bursitis; and,
- Many others
In almost all cases, the size differential between the MARTA vehicle and a motorized vehicle is significant. The occupants of the passenger car are more likely to sustain serious harm. When the victim was on foot or on a bicycle, fatalities and catastrophic injuries are common. However, it is also important to realize that you could be hurt in MARTA accidents that have nothing to do with traffic. Slip and falls and related incidents can happen in terminals, stations, and stops when officials do not maintain the property in a safe condition.
The Basis for Liability in a MARTA Claim
Like other traffic collisions, accidents involving public transportation are typically based upon negligence. To prove your claim, you must show that the accident occurred because the train or bus driver failed to exercise reasonable care when operating the MARTA vehicle. Negligence is also the theory of liability behind injury-causing incidents on the property, so you would need to prove that MARTA officials were careless in maintaining depots, stations, and other common areas.
However, there is also a concept of liability that applies to common carriers, including public transit systems like MARTA. Officials are required to use the utmost care and diligence to ensure safe transportation for passengers, a duty that goes beyond negligence principles. In addition, keep in mind:
- You may qualify to recover medical costs, pain and suffering, and many other losses in a successful claim.
- The Georgia statute of limitations is 2 years, BUT there is a shorter period of time to file a claim for a case involving MARTA. You have 6 months to take action, so time is of the essence.
What to do if You Were Injured in a MARTA Accident
The chaos and confusion of a collision can be overwhelming, but some tips can help you cope with the situation. Plus, you support the efforts of our Atlanta MARTA accident attorneys at Wetherington Law Firm, P.C. if you can tackle a few tasks:
- Get appropriate medical care right away, at the ER, an urgent care center, or your primary care physician.
- Use your cell phone camera to take pictures at the scene, including the intersection, span of roadway, surrounding conditions, skid marks, and other indications.
- Do not discuss fault or how you think the MARTA accident happened.
- If contacted by an insurance company, decline to answer questions or provide a statement.
Set Up a Consultation with an Atlanta MARTA Accident Lawyer Today
This summary about your rights is useful, but you can see the importance of having skilled legal representation on your side. For more information, please contact Wetherington Law Firm, P.C. or via our website. We can schedule a no-cost consultation with a Georgia MARTA accident attorney who will explain the details.