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7 Ways to Maximize Your Back Injury Settlement and Increase Compensation

October 16, 2025 / Joel Williams / Car Accidents, Personal Injury / No Comments

Back injuries are among the most life-altering consequences of serious accidents. Motor vehicle crashes, slip and fall accidents, workplace incidents, and other traumatic events can damage the spine, muscles, or

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How Much Does a Lawyer Cost for a Car Accident?

October 15, 2025 / Joel Williams / Car Accidents, Personal Injury / No Comments

When you’re recovering from a crash caused by a negligent or reckless driver, one of the first questions that crosses your mind is: How much does a lawyer cost for

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Can You Sue Someone If You Are Injured on Their Property?

September 15, 2025 / Jared Easter / Personal Injury / No Comments

If you’ve been injured because of unsafe conditions on someone else’s property, a Kennesaw premises liability attorney can help you understand your legal rights and guide you through your next

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How Do Car Accident Settlements Work?

August 15, 2025 / Jared Easter / Car Accidents / No Comments

The collision itself is a violent, chaotic blur. But the true fallout from a serious car accident unfolds in the days and weeks that follow. It’s a quiet crisis that

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Georgia Slip and Fall Laws

June 27, 2025 / Jared Easter / Personal Injury, Premises Liability / No Comments

A serious fall can happen in an instant, turning a normal day into a blur of pain, embarrassment, and confusion. One moment you are walking through a store, an office

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Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia: Statistics, Legal Insights, and Safety Tips

May 22, 2025 / Jared Easter / Civil law, Georgia Law, Personal Injury / No Comments

Who’s At Fault in a Georgia Pedestrian Accident? Understanding Fault and Proving Liability Between 2018 and 2022, Georgia was the ninth (9th) most deadly state for people walking. Georgia averaged

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What is Medical Malpractice?

April 20, 2025 / Marc Howard / Malpractice, Personal Injury / No Comments

Why Are Medical Malpractice Cases So Difficult? Finding a reputable medical malpractice lawyer in Georgia can be a challenging process due to the complexity of both the medical and legal

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What are Georgia’s Car Seat Laws?

February 17, 2025 / Joel Williams / Family Safety, Georgia Law, Personal Injury / No Comments

What Are Georgia’s Car Seat Laws? Georgia has specific laws that require certain car safety seats for children. Children’s lives are precious, priceless and irreplaceable, so of course you want

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Mediation Process in Personal Injury Cases

December 20, 2024 / Chase Elleby / Car Accidents, Legal Advice, Personal Injury / No Comments

Understanding Mediation in Personal Injury Cases: A Path to Settlement When pursuing a personal injury claim, the process of settling your case can take many different routes. In some instances,

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Failure to Warn Claims in Georgia

November 28, 2024 / Jared Easter / Georgia Law, Premises Liability, Products Liability / No Comments

In Georgia, a “failure to warn” claim arises when someone is injured or suffers damages due to a dangerous condition on a property or a defective product. This type of

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Georgia Personal Injury Claims and AI

October 28, 2024 / Joel Williams / Legal Advice, Personal Injury, Premises Liability / No Comments

What is AI? In its most basic sense, AI is artificial “intelligence” that allows machines or computers to perform tasks that would normally require human intelligence. Google Cloud gives us

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Nursing Home Abuse and Injury Cases in Georgia

September 20, 2024 / Marc Howard / Civil law, Family Safety, Georgia Law, Personal Injury / No Comments

A national, privately-owned nursing home chain advertised its services with glossy brochures, showing its smiling staff serving 5-star dinners to happy residents in immaculate dining halls. Pictures of nurses out

Georgia’s O.C.G.A. 9-11-67.1 Pre-Suit Car Wreck Demands

Georgia’s O.C.G.A. 9-11-67.1 Automobile Wreck Pre-suit Demand

August 10, 2024 / Chase Elleby / Car Accidents, Civil law, Georgia Law, Personal Injury / Georgia car accident law / No Comments

Pre-suit demands in auto wreck cases and why they are important! A history on Georgia’s O.C.G.A. 9-11-67.1. In almost every car wreck case it is important to send the at-fault

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Autonomous Vehicles and Georgia Personal Injury Law

July 25, 2024 / Jared Easter / Car Accidents, Personal Injury / No Comments

Navigating a New Legal Landscape: Self-Driving Cars and Georgia Personal Injury Law What once seemed like a futuristic pipedream is now a reality- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety expects

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Medical Malpractice Misdiagnosis

June 16, 2024 / Marc Howard / Personal Injury / No Comments

Misdiagnosis Medical Malpractice Lawsuits in Georgia Although not every case of misdiagnosis in Georgia leads to injury or a medical malpractice lawsuit, the impact of serious injuries resulting from misdiagnosis

Distracted Driving is a Real Problem in Kennesaw, GA

May 15, 2024 / Joel Williams / Car Accidents / No Comments

Automobile Accidents are a Real Problem in Cobb County, GA According to Georgia Automobile Crash Data published by the Georgia Department of Transportation (“GDOT”) on its crash data portal, there

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Animal Bite Injuries

April 9, 2024 / Chase Elleby / Family Safety, Georgia Law, Personal Injury / No Comments

WHAT IS GEORGIA’S DOG BITE LAW? In Georgia, there is a statute regarding injuries caused by animals, including dogs. This is found in O.C.G.A. § 51-2-7. According to the 2024

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The Impact of Falling Objects: Legal Rights and Compensation

March 23, 2024 / Jared Easter / Civil law, Georgia Law, Personal Injury, Premises Liability / No Comments

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistic (BLS), approximately 2.8 million workers are injured on the job each year, and more than 5,000 are killed. Many of these accidents are caused

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$6,440,000 Personal Injury Verdict Awarded in Cobb County, GA

January 19, 2024 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury, Premises Liability / No Comments

A Georgia jury in the State Court of Cobb County awarded a man post-apportionment damages of $3.45 million with an additional $1.84 million in attorney’s fees for injuries he sustained

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Beyond Jail Time: The Civil Impact of Drunk Driving in Georgia

December 30, 2023 / Chase Elleby / Civil law, Georgia Law, Personal Injury / No Comments

Drinking and driving is deadly. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), every day 37 people die in drunk-driving crashes, that’s one person every 39 minutes. Because the

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The Amount of Compensation I Can Expect for My Personal Injuries?

October 1, 2023 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

How Much Compensation Can I Expect? If you’ve suffered personal injuries due to an accident or negligence, you’re likely concerned about receiving fair compensation. Understanding the factors that determine the

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What is The Statute of Limitations on a Personal Injury Claim?

August 25, 2023 / Joel Williams / Civil law, Personal Injury / No Comments

Personal injury claims arise when an individual is injured due to the negligent or intentional acts of another person or entity. These claims range from car accidents and slip and

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How Long Does It Take To Settle A Personal Injury Case?

August 6, 2023 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

If you’ve been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be wondering how long it will take to settle your personal injury case. Unfortunately, there is no

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Do I have a Personal Injury Case?

July 21, 2023 / Joel Williams / Civil law, Personal Injury / No Comments

If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be wondering if you have a personal injury case. This is a common question, and the answer depends

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Common Myths about Personal Injury Attorneys

May 29, 2023 / Joel Williams / General, Legal Advice, Personal Injury / No Comments

For those that have never needed a personal injury attorney, it might be easy to believe or perpetuate the common myths we hear about our profession. Let’s address the common

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What You Should Know BEFORE a Car Wreck

March 10, 2023 / Joel Williams / Car Accidents, Personal Injury / No Comments

Let’s start by saying we hope you never need to hire an attorney. We hope you never end up in a car wreck, but the unfortunate reality is car accidents

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What’s the Deal with Domesticating Foreign Subpoenas?

February 3, 2023 / Joel Williams / Civil law, Legal Advice / No Comments

How to: domesticating a foreign subpoena in another state. POV: It’s a dark and stormy Thursday afternoon and you’re a young, bright-eyed, paralegal working for the best personal injury firm

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What Should I Do If I’m Hit by an Uninsured Driver?

August 10, 2022 / Joel Williams / General, Insurance, Personal Injury / No Comments

There are several things you should be aware of if you are hit by an uninsured driver. A driver may have an insurance card at the scene of a wreck

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How Do I Prove Lost Wages in a Personal Injury Case?

August 5, 2022 / Joel Williams / General, Personal Injury / No Comments

If you have been injured and are forced to miss work or miss the opportunity for work, you can seek lost wages as an item of damages from the at-fault

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How Medical Providers Can Help or Hurt Your Personal Injury Case

July 1, 2022 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

Other than your lawyer, your medical provider is the most important professional in your entire claims process. If your case is about your personal injury, who better than your doctor

The Georgia Recreational Property Act

October 14, 2021 / Joel Williams / Georgia Law, Premises Liability / No Comments

Fall is the perfect season for spending time outdoors with family, especially in the beautiful state of Georgia. Camping, hiking, fishing and hunting are just a few popular outdoor activities

Hotel Premises Liability Cases

August 26, 2021 / Joel Williams / Georgia Law, Premises Liability / No Comments

Understanding Hotel Premises Liability Cases Georgia is a unique state in terms of its geography, history and culture. According to the Georgia Department of Economic Development, our state welcomed a

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15 Situations Where You Need a Kennesaw Personal Injury Attorney

July 28, 2021 / Jared Easter / Personal Injury / No Comments

Although most personal injury cases in Georgia settle before reaching trial, working with a Kennesaw personal injury attorney can significantly improve your chances of receiving full and fair compensation. In

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15 Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

July 27, 2021 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

Hiring a personal injury attorney can be a daunting process. There are many choices and aspects to consider. But, discovering which attorney is best for you and your personal injury

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Williams Elleby Howard & Easter – Best Local Attorney for Fourth Year in a Row

June 3, 2021 / Joel Williams / Car Accidents, Personal Injury / No Comments

For the fourth consecutive year, Around Acworth magazine has honored Williams Elleby Howard & Easter with a Reader’s Choice Award for Best Attorney. “We’re excited, proud and humbled to receive

30 Secrets to Know After a Car Wreck

May 25, 2021 / Joel Williams / Car Accidents, Personal Injury / No Comments

The time following a car wreck can be scary and confusing. Unfortunately, insurance companies and their lawyers often take advantage of victims during this time of pain and suffering. A

Chase Elleby Graduates from GTLA LEAD Program

May 13, 2021 / Joel Williams / News Releases / No Comments

Kennesaw, GA (May 12, 2021) – Williams Elleby Howard & Easter is proud to announce two achievements by firm partner Chase Elleby – his graduation from Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

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Joel Williams and Chase Elleby – 2021 Super Lawyers Rising Stars

March 1, 2021 / Joel Williams / News Releases / No Comments

Joel Williams and Chase Elleby Named 2021 Super Lawyers Rising Stars Joel Williams and Chase Elleby, partners of Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, were recently selected to the Georgia Super

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What is Premises Liability?

November 24, 2020 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

In Georgia, premises liability is a legal concept that holds owners and occupiers of land responsibile to those who enter their premises. These duties vary according to the relationship between

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What Is the Timeline in a Georgia Personal Injury Lawsuit?

November 6, 2020 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

No two personal injury cases are alike. What’s more, even cases with similar fact patterns can reach wildly different conclusions. Between two similarly situated plaintiffs, one could obtain a quick

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3 Key Considerations When Evaluating a Personal Injury Settlement Offer

October 25, 2020 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

For most people, receiving a personal injury settlement offer following an injury in Georgia is good news that carries with it one big question: Should I accept this offer? The

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Abusive Litigation Lawsuits and Punitive Damages – Supreme Court of Georgia Overrules Decades of Case Law

August 27, 2020 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

For years, Georgia law has held that plaintiffs in abusive litigation lawsuits may not seek punitive damages under any circumstances. That holding changed in February of 2020, thanks to a

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Do I Have to Provide Insurance Companies With My Medical Records?

August 24, 2020 / Joel Williams / Insurance, Personal Injury / No Comments

Automobile accidents happen in the blink of an eye, but the consequences of them, even when you are not at fault, last much longer. The physical and financial recovery from

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Selects Chase Elleby for 2020-2021 LEAD Program

August 13, 2020 / Joel Williams / News Releases / No Comments

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Selects Chase Elleby for 2020-2021 LEAD Program ATLANTA – The Georgia Trial Lawyers Association recently announced the selections for the 2020-2021 Leadership Education and Advanced Direction

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Joel Williams and Chase Elleby – 2020 Super Lawyers Rising Stars

June 2, 2020 / Joel Williams / News Releases / No Comments

Joel Williams and Chase Elleby, partners of Williams Elleby Howard & Easter, were recently selected to the Georgia Super Lawyers Rising Stars list for 2020. This honor is only received

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Best Attorney of 2020 Awarded to Williams Elleby Howard & Easter

June 2, 2020 / Joel Williams / News Releases / No Comments

Williams Elleby Howard & Easter has been named Best Attorney by Around Acworth magazine. For the third year in a row, the personal injury firm has received a Readers’ Choice

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How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Car Accident in Georgia?

April 21, 2020 / Joel Williams / Personal Injury / No Comments

After a car accident in Georgia, adults have 2 years to file a lawsuit for physical injuries. O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33. A lawsuit for property damage must be filed within 4

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Allstate and Bad Faith Insurance Claims in Georgia

April 8, 2020 / Joel Williams / Georgia Law, Insurance, Personal Injury / No Comments

Many insurance companies have a well-earned reputation for being difficult to deal with. In our experience, Allstate is among the worst because it often drags out even the simplest of

Williams Elleby Howard & Easter Personal Injury Law Firm Expands with Second Office Location

January 10, 2020 / Joel Williams / News Releases / No Comments

Cobb County, GA –- Kennesaw-based personal injury law firm Williams Elleby Howard & Easter has opened its second office location in Cobb County. The firm plans to celebrate a grand

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PTSD: What to Look For After a Georgia Car Accident

November 12, 2019 / Joel Williams / Georgia Law, Personal Injury / No Comments

Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health disorder that is triggered by a dangerous or shocking event, including Georgia car accidents. PTSD is commonly associated with military veterans

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