No! At M. Austin Jackson, we work on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid when you do. That way, we’re on the same team from day one.

We offer a no-obligation case review, where we’ll take a look at your case and help you find the right next step—whether that’s with M. Austin Jackson or not. First and foremost, we believe you should move forward with the path that you’re comfortable with, and we’re here to help you find that path.

In Georgia and South Carolina, you can recover three main types of damages: economic, non-economic, and punitive.

• Economic damages, or “dollars and cents” damages, include anything you can easily tally: for example, loss of income, medical bills, and property damages.
• Non-economic damages are harder to count, but equally important: things like pain and suffering, mental distress, or loss of companionship.
• Punitive damages are awarded in cases of extreme negligence or recklessness. They’re meant to punish the defendant and deter egregious behavior in the future.

At M. Austin Jackson, we review your case carefully to ensure that your recovery reflects the full picture of how your life has been impacted, now and in the future.

It’s impossible to know what your case will be worth without knowing all the details (and you should be skeptical of anyone who claims otherwise!). In Georgia and South Carolina, some cases result in a multi-million dollar award or settlement, while others resolve for thousands of dollars. We enjoy taking the small cases just as much as the big cases!

If you’d like to schedule a free consultation with our team, we’ll review your claim and help you get a better understanding of the value of your case.

The vast majority of cases—about 95%, according to recent data—settle before going to trial. However, how far you take your case is ultimately up to you. Our experienced personal injury lawyers will help you make informed choices about your case, and we’re ready to represent you in court if that’s what it takes to get a fair and just resolution.

If you were involved in a minor accident with no injuries, you’ll likely be able to get adequate compensation without an attorney’s help. But if you (or a friend or family member) have suffered injuries as a result of the accident, or if there were multiple parties involved, it can be much harder to receive a fair recovery without an attorney by your side.

Research shows that insurance companies consistently pay more to injury victims who are represented by a lawyer. More importantly, a skilled attorney will take care of the negotiations and communications, so you can focus your energy on what matters most: healing.