Legal Question in Personal Injury in Georgia

automobile accident
First off my name, is Jerod--name removed-- I live in Athens, Ga. My question goes back to Aug/8/1998. In the city of Covington, Ky. Now to the point I was hit by a car at age 11. Leaving a disfiguring scar across my face. After the 3yr. long wait talking with a lawyer, we ended up settling for a small sum of money.
A head, and neck surgeon got a substantial amount of the settlement check for a surgery that I rejected for personal reasons.
Now what I was wondering, is am I entitled to that money, or does the doctor keep that money.
Sorry for holes in my story but I didn't want to get too carried away.
Thanks for your time...''Law Guru''

Asked on 3/21/08, 3:05 pm

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Scott Riddle Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC

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Re: automobile accident

Questions about your settlement should be directed to your lawyer. No one here can guess the terms of the settlement.

Answered on 3/21/08, 4:13 pm

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David Lipton David A. Lipton & Associates

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Hello Jerod - If the physician did not perform any services he or she should be be entitled to any payment. With regard to recovering from the Dr. there is a six year statute of limitation on actions based on contract. If you would like to call my office perhaps given more detail I can give a more detailed answer.

Thank you. David Lipton

Answered on 3/21/08, 6:12 pm

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Alan Cleveland Alexander & Cleveland, LLC

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You should consult with the attorney that represented you in the personal injury case to determine how and where your settlement funds were distributed.

Answered on 3/25/08, 8:06 am

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