Georgia Slip and Fall Laws
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
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
What is Medical Malpractice?
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
What are Georgia’s Car Seat Laws?
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
Mediation Process in Personal Injury Cases
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,
Failure to Warn Claims in Georgia
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
Georgia Personal Injury Claims and AI
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
Nursing Home Abuse and Injury Cases in Georgia
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 Automobile Wreck Pre-suit Demand
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
Autonomous Vehicles and Georgia Personal Injury Law
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
Medical Malpractice Misdiagnosis
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
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
Animal Bite Injuries
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
The Impact of Falling Objects: Legal Rights and Compensation
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
$6,440,000 Personal Injury Verdict Awarded in Cobb County, GA
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
Beyond Jail Time: The Civil Impact of Drunk Driving in Georgia
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
The Amount of Compensation I Can Expect for My Personal Injuries?
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
What is The Statute of Limitations on a Personal Injury Claim?
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
How Long Does It Take To Settle A Personal Injury Case?
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
Do I have a Personal Injury Case?
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
Common Myths about Personal Injury Attorneys
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
What You Should Know BEFORE a Car Wreck
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
What’s the Deal with Domesticating Foreign Subpoenas?
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
What Should I Do If I’m Hit by an Uninsured Driver?
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
How Do I Prove Lost Wages in a Personal Injury Case?
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
How Medical Providers Can Help or Hurt Your Personal Injury Case
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
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
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
15 Situations Where You Need a Personal Injury Attorney
Do you know when to hire a personal injury attorney? A personal injury claim results after you have been injured due to the negligence of someone else. It may be
15 Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
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
Williams Elleby Howard & Easter – Best Local Attorney for Fourth Year in a Row
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
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
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
Joel Williams and Chase Elleby – 2021 Super Lawyers Rising Stars
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
What is Premises Liability?
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
What Is the Timeline in a Georgia Personal Injury Lawsuit?
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
3 Key Considerations When Evaluating a Personal Injury Settlement Offer
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
Abusive Litigation Lawsuits and Punitive Damages – Supreme Court of Georgia Overrules Decades of Case Law
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
Do I Have to Provide Insurance Companies With My Medical Records?
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
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
Joel Williams and Chase Elleby – 2020 Super Lawyers Rising Stars
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
Best Attorney of 2020 Awarded to Williams Elleby Howard & Easter
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
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Car Accident in Georgia?
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
Allstate and Bad Faith Insurance Claims in Georgia
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
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
PTSD: What to Look For After a Georgia Car Accident
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
Joel Williams Law, LLC Announces Name Change, New Partner
Attorney Chase Elleby Joins Attorney Joel Williams as Named Partner KENNESAW, Ga (Oct. 1, 2019) – Joel Williams Law, LLC is pleased to announce the ascension of Chase Elleby as
Get to Know Chase Elleby – Partner
Personal injury attorney Chase Elleby has recently become a named partner at Williams|Elleby. Together with Joel Williams, they litigate serious cases involving car accidents, tractor-trailer wrecks and premises liability injuries
Chase Elleby Named Firm Partner
Williams Elleby Howard & Easter is happy to announce the naming of Chase Elleby as an official partner of the firm, which has changed its name to Williams Elleby Howard
Bedsores: Can a GA Nursing Home Be Held Liable?
Bedsores are one of the most common injuries that occur in Georgia nursing homes. When you place a loved one in a nursing home, it is typically because they can