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If you were in a car accident in Georgia and are now experiencing a constant ringing, buzzing, or whooshing sound in your ears, you might be dealing with tinnitus — a serious and often permanent condition.
At Jarrett & Price, we’ve helped injured clients across Georgia recover compensation for tinnitus and other invisible injuries. Insurance companies may try to dismiss or downplay tinnitus claims, but we know how to fight back — and win.
What Is Tinnitus, and Why Does It Matter After a Car Crash?
Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external noise is present — usually experienced as ringing, humming, buzzing, or hissing. For many accident victims in Georgia, this symptom shows up after the crash, sometimes immediately, sometimes days later.
Tinnitus can be temporary, but for many, it becomes a lifelong burden, interfering with sleep, work, concentration, and mental health.
In Georgia, this kind of post-accident injury is considered a legitimate part of a personal injury claim — if it can be medically linked to the crash and shown to impact your daily life.
How Can a Car Accident in Georgia Cause Tinnitus?
You don’t need to hit your head to develop tinnitus after a wreck. We’ve seen clients across Georgia suffer from tinnitus caused by:
- Whiplash injuries to the neck or upper spine
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including mild concussions
- Airbag explosions near the ears
- Inner ear trauma due to the force of impact
Georgia drivers are often surprised to learn that tinnitus can be tied to nerve damage, inflammation, or microscopic injuries that don’t show up on standard imaging — which is exactly why insurance companies try to reject or minimize these claims.
We don’t let them.
Does Georgia Law Allow Compensation for Tinnitus?
Yes. Under Georgia personal injury law, you are entitled to compensation for any injuries caused by another driver’s negligence — including tinnitus. That can include:
- Medical bills (including ENT or audiology visits)
- Ongoing treatment or sound therapy
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
But here’s the catch: Insurance companies often argue that tinnitus is “subjective” — meaning it can’t be proven with an X-ray or MRI. That’s why it’s critical to work with a Georgia personal injury lawyer who knows how to prove these claims.
How We Prove Tinnitus Claims in Georgia
At Jarrett & Price, we’ve represented numerous clients across Georgia with post-accident tinnitus. We know what documentation is needed to build a strong case, and we regularly work with:
- Audiologists and ENTs who specialize in tinnitus diagnosis
- Neurologists and brain injury experts
- Medical records and imaging to rule out other causes
- Testimony from our clients and their loved ones about how tinnitus impacts daily life
We use this evidence to force insurance companies to recognize tinnitus for what it is: a legitimate and sometimes life-changing injury.
Georgia’s Time Limits on Filing a Tinnitus Claim
Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33), you typically have two years from the date of your car accident to file a personal injury lawsuit — including for tinnitus.
However, don’t wait. Tinnitus claims require early documentation and thorough medical follow-up to support your case. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can protect your rights.
Why Choose Jarrett & Price?
We’re Georgia-based personal injury attorneys with proven success in handling tinnitus injury claims. Our team has recovered significant settlements for clients suffering from long-term tinnitus, even when the insurance company initially dismissed their symptoms.
We know Georgia law. We know what insurance companies look for. And we know how to win.
Don’t Let the Insurance Company Ignore Your Pain
If you’re suffering from tinnitus after a car accident anywhere in Georgia, we’re here to help. Contact Jarrett & Price today for a free consultation at 855-909-3021 or visit us online at www.jarrettfirm.com.
