The Van Matre Law Firm

08/14/2026

Can a pre-existing condition affect a car crash settlement?

Georgia says no.

08/03/2026

Have you been hurt in an accident? Just remember the acronym crash.

C- CALL
R- RECORD
A- AVOID
S- SEE
H - HIRE

Listen and learn for more on how this five-finger acronym can help you protect the future of your case when the unexpected happens.

As always, if you’ve been hurt because of someone’s carelessness, let us be your first call!

06/18/2026

After a Georgia car accident, the wrong post can shrink a payout. Some things are best kept offline.

What insurers look for.

05/21/2026

Hit by a Truck? They don't have insurance? Now what?

You still may have a path to coverage, and compensation listen below for more!

05/16/2026

This is such a tragic and preventable crash. Stories like this reinforce why our commercial drivers must be well qualified and SAFE on our roads.

https://www.wsbtv.com/news/georgia/2-die-chain-reaction-crash-i-75-central-georgia/2MMYHL4JBZCFPIODGXXMJY7IWU/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwZnRzaAR1m7tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe9SAz8T1was39mGnXZt1UgA1u5JKiuwIk2jg0EREkq3NLHmBpa8BuzgukdY4_aem_VyZv_WryjNwBJWiC0wqZzg

A commercial vehicle hit the back of a SUV, causing a chain reaction.

05/13/2026

Hey Henry!

Be wary of your insurance broker/agent's advice on paying for "Uninsured / Underinsured" Motorist Coverage.

Many decide not to pay for it, beliving it to be unnecessary. This can be a costly mistake if you or a loved one is ever hurt in an accident.

I have counseled many clients about the reality of this "choice" the insurance company persuaded them to make. In many circumstances, the clients had no idea how it worked.

Watch and listen below for more info!

As always, call The Van Matre Law Firm, P.C., your hometown injury lawyer, if you or a loved one has been hurt.

04/24/2026

The hours after an attack affect both recovery and any future claim.

Protect rights and remedies.

04/15/2026

S E T T L E M E N T A L E R T ! ! !

Pleased to share this great result for a client. Client was involved in a serious crash with a school bus driver. Client suffered serious injuries and called us for help.

The insurance company did not want to pay the fair amount, forcing us to take our case to court. Once we did they quickly changed their mind and settled the case.

Great result for a great client!

Been injured? Call us - we can help.