A Car Crash, a Lifetime of Pain and a Long Legal Road
Over four years ago, Jolene came into our office. She had been in a car crash that left her with persistent neck and lower back pain. She had gone nearly a year without formal treatment, hoping things would improve. But the pain never left. It hovered between a 3 and 4 out of 10 most days and on bad days, it surged to an 8 out of 10.
She told us she didn’t want to sue. She wanted to get better. But when the medical bills piled up and the insurance company refused to take her seriously, she knew she needed help.
So she hired us.
What State Farm Did Next
State Farm denied that the crash caused Jolene’s injuries. They claimed her pain was due to:
- Naturally occurring arthritis
- Her weight
- A possible workplace injury
- Anything except the car accident
They fought her claim from every angle, hoping to weaken her case. But the evidence was clear. Four different medical experts confirmed her pain was real and that it was caused by the crash.
We prepared the case for trial.
The Jury Got It Right
After years of fighting and a full trial, a Georgia jury awarded our client $3.5 million in damages.
They listened. They understood the lifelong impact this injury would have on her. They validated what State Farm refused to acknowledge:
Jolene was injured, and she deserved justice.
But the Verdict Wasn’t the End
That verdict came over a year ago.
State Farm still hasn’t paid.
Instead, they filed an appeal. This is a tactic we see all too often especially from large insurers like State Farm. By appealing the case, they delay payment and pressure the injured person to settle for less than what the jury awarded.
It’s not about right or wrong. It’s about money.
Insurance companies are businesses. Their goal is profit not justice.
What Happens When an Insurance Company Won’t Pay?
If you're wondering what to do when an insurance company won't pay a settlement after trial, you're not alone. Many Georgia injury victims face this exact problem. Even after winning in court, the fight often continues.
This is why it’s so important to have an experienced Canton GA personal injury lawyer or Gainesville GA injury attorney who knows how to handle post-verdict appeals and enforcement.
Why Trial Lawyers Matter
At Hasty Pope, we don’t just settle cases. We try them.
We prepare for trial from day one because sometimes that’s the only way to force the insurance company to take responsibility.
And when a verdict comes in, and the insurance company tries to walk away from it? We’re still standing right beside you.
Our team of Georgia car accident attorneys and trial lawyers in Georgia know what it takes to keep fighting when others give up.
Final Thoughts
Jolene case isn’t over yet. But we’re not backing down and neither is she.
If you’ve been injured in a car crash and feel like the insurance company is ignoring you, blaming you, or refusing to pay what you’re owed, you need a law firm that has been through this before and won.
Call Us Today
Whether you’re in Canton, GA, Gainesville, GA, or anywhere in the state, Hasty Pope Injury Law is here to help.
- We take on the biggest insurance companies even when they delay, deny, or appeal.
- We know how to win verdicts and how to enforce them.
- We won’t let you fight alone.
Call us today for a free consultation with a trial lawyer who will go the distance.