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Results

  • Over $10 Million
  • Defective Product
  • Work accident claims, the type involving truly life-changing injuries, can last for years. No one told our client, on a sunny morning in May, that his life was about to change. But when a defective commercial electrical device exploded, he was set on fire and suffered 2nd and 3rd-degree burns across his body.
  • $9.7 Million
  • Workers' Compensation
  • M&H has the biggest documented settlement offer in Georgia workers’ compensation history for a single injured worker. Some work accidents are catastrophic, and only the best, most-experienced work accident attorneys are qualified to handle them.
  • $623,000
  • Workers' Compensation
  • One moment changed everything for a career truck driver who spent his life on the road doing the work he loved. A routine task, securing cargo, resulted in severe back and neck injuries, multiple disc herniations, and years of chronic pain that ended his career for good. After extensive treatment, three spinal fusion surgeries, and no ability to return to work, he turned to Attorney Paul Jenkins. Paul secured years of full medical coverage, weekly income benefits, Social Security Disability, and refused multiple lowball settlement offers. When the insurance company finally realized we would not back down, the insurer finally stepped up.
  • $600,000 Settlement
  • Go-Kart Accident
  • Our client suffered a devastating neck injury while renting a go-kart. After experiencing brake failure during her first race and alerting staff, she was unknowingly placed back into the same go-kart for a second race. Again, the brakes locked, causing her to crash into a wall and suffer a broken neck. She required cervical fusion surgery after more than two weeks in the ICU and has since experienced permanent loss of movement in her neck. Unable to continue working, she was forced to close her business and retire early. Despite initial setbacks and a previous attorney withdrawing from the case, we stepped in and secured a $600,000 settlement to compensate for her pain, lost income, and life-changing injuries.
  • $575,000
  • Car Accident
  • Although the at-fault party claimed to have not caused the accident, our accident reconstruction team was able to prove that our client was the innocent party.
  • $500,000
  • Workplace Injury
  • While assisting with school bus duty, our client was hit from behind by a student driver in the school parking lot. The impact spun her 180 degrees and caused severe injuries to the entire right side of her body, with secondary injuries developing on the left side. Despite video footage clearly showing the incident, she was initially offered only $200 a week in workers’ compensation and forced to endure months of delays in care and therapy. Unable to return to her job due to restrictions, both the school system and at-fault driver refused to take accountability. With mounting medical bills, she was forced to sell her home and move into a rental three times more expensive. Through aggressive advocacy and persistence, we secured a $500,000 combined settlement to help her regain financial stability and access the long-term care she needs.
  • $475,000
  • Settlement for Fall Injury
  • Our client was walking her dog at a pet-friendly hotel when she stepped into a hidden hole covered by pine straw, causing her to fall and suffer a severe ankle fracture. She required surgery involving plates and screws, followed by inpatient rehabilitation and ongoing pain management. The injury left her unable to walk for months, reliant on a cane, and unable to drive. It also impacted her ability to care for her husband, who was undergoing cancer treatment. We secured a $475,000 settlement to compensate for her medical costs, loss of mobility, and diminished quality of life.
  • $400,000
  • Construction Workplace Injury
  • Our client, a day laborer on a residential construction project, suffered a crushed right foot while running cable underground after a machine accident. He underwent three surgeries, including a revision procedure, to repair the damage. Morrison & Hughes fought hard to recover $400,000 — helping cover his medical bills, lost income, and the lasting impact of his injuries. Justice for workers. Relief for families. Results that matter.
  • $4.5 Million
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • On the job, major injuries can happen even in fairly safe jobs. It did not take a big fall from a ladder to change this client’s life entirely. He landed on his head and face, shattering his teeth, and causing a traumatic brain injury.
  • $3.5 Million
  • Truck Accident
  • A retired family man was traveling on a local highway with his wife when his vehicle was violently struck by a semi-truck driver who failed to yield. The impact caused severe trauma to our client’s neck, requiring complex spine surgery, which came with devastating complications. Attorney Hil Hughes took on the case, navigating the complexities of commercial vehicle litigation and fighting back against the trucking company’s aggressive legal team and insurers. Through strategic legal action and relentless advocacy, we secured a $3.5 million recovery providing our client with the resources to cover medical bills, future care, and financial losses —bringing much-needed stability to his family in the face of tragedy.
  • $3 Million
  • Car Accident
  • Our client, a single mother of five, suffered catastrophic leg injuries when a driver ran a red light and violently crashed into her vehicle. The impact left her with a compound fracture requiring emergency surgery and long-term recovery. When the insurance company failed to honor a policy limit demand, we successfully secured a $3 million recovery—well in excess of the original policy limits. This result not only provided justice for our client but also ensured the financial support she needed to care for herself and her children in the aftermath of a life-altering event.
  • $3 Million
  • Brain Injury
  • When our client suffered a traumatic brain injury due to the negligent operation of heavy machinery, the M&H team went to work! We did not back down and provided support for the entire family by securing multi-million dollar results.
  • $275,000
  • Auto Accident with Rideshare Driver
  • A father and son were driving to a job site when they were violently T-boned by a rideshare driver who ran a red light. Both father and son suffered significant injuries in the crash, which had a devastating impact on their health, family business, and future. The son, a promising minor league baseball player, suffered brain injury, wrist damage, and long-term nerve damage that impacted his ability to throw a ball. His father sustained dental injuries requiring full reconstruction, as well as serious neck and back trauma. Despite initial resistance, we fought for their case and recovered $275,000 to help with their medical care and financial losses.
  • $215,000
  • Back Injury at Work
  • While assisting her team during a cleanup effort, our client, a dedicated service manager at a car dealership, suffered a serious lower back injury while moving a heavy toolbox. She immediately experienced sharp pain shooting down her right leg and was later diagnosed with a crushed nerve. Despite undergoing surgery and multiple treatments, including injections, her pain persisted and limited her ability to work. Restricted to working from home, she soon faced retaliation from her employer. The dealership attempted to alter her pay, isolate her from daily operations, and push her out of her role. We fought to ensure she received fair compensation, ultimately securing a $215,000 settlement to support her medical recovery and protect her from further financial harm.
  • $20 Million
  • Trucking Collision
  • M&H secured a record $20 million judgment for a client devastated by a trucking collision. Some accidents leave life-altering injuries, and only the most skilled, relentless attorneys are equipped to pursue justice in these complex cases.
  • $2.9 Million
  • Catastrophic Injury
  • Catastrophic Work Accident. M&H lawyers are absolute injury experts. Whether the accident happens at work, in a car, or on a motorcycle, our results speak for themselves.
  • $2.1 Million
  • Multi-Car Accident
  • Our client was the first vehicle struck in a four-car chain-reaction collision. The impact caused his car to slam into the one in front of him, triggering a multi-vehicle pile-up. Despite clear liability, the at-fault driver’s insurance company initially refused to offer policy limits. Our client suffered serious injuries to his neck and both knees, requiring three surgeries and multiple injection procedures. He missed significant work due to the extent of his injuries. Through persistent negotiation and thorough documentation of medical treatment and long-term impact, we secured a $2.1 million recovery to help him move forward.
  • $1.8 Million
  • Tractor-Trailer Accident
  • When our client was hit by a tractor-trailer, with her two small children in the vehicle, the M&H team immediately went to work getting them medical attention and legal support. The court agreed that our client deserved seven figures.
  • $1.5 Million
  • Pedestrian Hit By Tractor-Trailer
  • Our client, an elderly woman, was lawfully crossing the street in a crosswalk when she was struck by an 18-wheeler. The collision knocked her to the ground, causing severe injuries to her left leg, knee, and back. She required emergency surgery on her knee and was unable to walk for six months during recovery. Despite her vulnerability and the life-altering impact of the crash, the trucking company denied all accountability. We fought aggressively on her behalf and secured a $1.5 million settlement to ensure she had the care and support she needed.
  • $1.25 Million
  • Personal Injury
  • One careless decision. A lifetime of consequences. When an at-fault driver pulled into traffic from a gas station, the impact sent our client’s car crashing into another lane. The collision caused a severe neck injury, one that would normally require surgery. But because of preexisting autoimmune conditions, surgery wasn’t an option. Instead, our client was left to manage chronic, lifelong pain. His injuries made it difficult to run the business he built from the ground up and now threatened its future. By standing firm and refusing to let his losses be minimized, we forced the insurance company to recognize the true cost to our client’s livelihood, health, and future.

Aggravated Battery, Jury Acquittal

Battery & Aggravated Assault

Our client faced serious felony charges carrying a possible sentence of 60 years in prison including Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Assault, and Cruelty to Children in the First Degree after being accused of intentionally burning a child with hot oil. Prosecutors alleged she intentionally poured boiling oil on her young cousin, a claim that was not supported by the evidence.

At trial, we demonstrated that the incident was a tragic accident, not a criminal act. After a hard-fought jury trial, the jury returned a verdict of Not Guilty on all counts, clearing our client’s name and restoring her freedom.

Sexual Assault, Charges Dismissed​

Sexual Assault

Our client was falsely accused of a series of violent sexual offenses, including Rape, Aggravated Sodomy, Aggravated Sexual Battery, and false imprisonment. The accuser claimed she was drugged, restrained, and assaulted over multiple occasions. These allegations, if true, would have carried life-altering consequences, including the possibility of more than three life sentences in prison.

Over the course of two years, we conducted an exhaustive investigation, working closely with prosecutors and presenting evidence that contradicted her account. Ultimately, the State dismissed all charges, citing the issues we raised: conflicting dates, memory lapses, contradictory statements, and witness credibility concerns. They concluded they could not meet the burden of proof and dismissed all charges.

Officer-Involved Battery, Charges Dropped​

Aggravated Battery

Our client was charged with Aggravated Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer, Felony Obstruction, and other offenses after officers claimed he resisted arrest and caused injury. In truth, he was walking through a neighborhood when officers approached him. Body camera footage revealed our client remained calm and simply asked why he was being detained. After officers escalated the situation and caused a group fall that led to an officer’s injury, they wrongly blamed our client.

We fought for justice through court hearings and direct negotiation, ultimately securing a complete dismissal of all charges.

Firearm and Drug Possession, Charges Dismissed

Drug & Weapon Offense

Our client was arrested for Possession of a Schedule 1 Controlled Substance and Possession of a Firearm during a Felony, based on a bag allegedly found in the woods containing his ID, drugs, and a gun. Officers claimed the bag belonged to our client, but the facts told a different story.

After carefully reviewing and organizing fragmented bodycam footage, we proved that officers planted our client’s ID into the bag after it was found, directly contradicting their reports. This critical finding led the prosecution to dismiss all charges against our client.

Drug Possession, Charges Dismissed 
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Drug Charges

Police arrested our client at a hotel after staff called authorities over a check-in misunderstanding. Officers detained him for “loitering,” despite the fact he had a valid reason to be there. A bag of methamphetamine found later in a separate area was wrongfully attributed to him.

Through investigation, we demonstrated that the drugs were discovered in a place our client had no access to and that he was lawfully present at the hotel. These facts, coupled with our legal advocacy, resulted in the complete dismissal of all charges.

Drug Possession, Charges Dismissed​

Drug Charges

Our client was stopped at a police roadblock and charged with drug possession and driving on a suspended license. Officers claimed they found Schedule 1 substances and marijuana in the car, and that his license was invalid.

We uncovered that the license suspension had not been properly executed, meaning it was never legally in effect. We also challenged the roadblock’s legality and the basis for the vehicle search. These efforts led prosecutors to dismiss the case entirely.

First-Offender Felony Probation Violation, Case Closed
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Probation Violation

Our client was facing a violation of felony probation based on multiple technical violations, including nonpayment of fines and failure to report. Additionally, he had fled the state from probation for 7 years. These types of violations, especially after being missing for so long, often result in significant jail time, as well as an adjudication of guilt under the first-offender act, meaning our client would have become a convicted felon.

By carefully reviewing the dates and case disposition, presenting mitigating evidence, negotiating with prosecutors, and emphasizing our client’s personal progress, we successfully negotiated that the case be closed and preserved our client’s first-offender status, meaning there will be no adjudication of guilt entered, and he was freed from any further court supervision.