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Teamsters Local 728 Personal Injury Lawyers | 10% Personal Injury Fee Discount for Members | Morrison & Hughes
Local 728 Atlanta, Georgia • Proud Partner

For the Members of Teamsters Local 728

You Fight for Working Families. We Fight for You.

Local 728 has stood up for hard-working families in Atlanta for over 70 years. Now Morrison & Hughes stands up for you — with trial-tested personal injury representation, free know-your-rights education, and a 10% discount on personal injury attorney's fees for every Local 728 member and their family.

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Exclusive Local 728 partnership
10% off personal injury attorney's fees
Injury cases: no fee unless we win
An official Morrison & Hughes partnership  •  10% personal injury fee discount for verified Local 728 members & their households
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Highest-fatality occupation, 2022 (BLS)
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Over $300 Million+ recovered for clients

Our Results Speak for Themselves

The freight moves because Local 728 keeps it moving — and when a member gets hurt, the 404-LAW-TEAM takes over the heavy hauling. Same union spirit, new fight: we carry the load against the insurance companies so you don't have to pull it alone.

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$10M+Defective Product
$3.5MTruck Accident
$3MCar Accident
$1.5MPedestrian / Tractor-Trailer
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Our attorneys are members of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forums — a circle reserved for trial lawyers who have won million- and multi-million-dollar results. Fewer than 1% of U.S. attorneys qualify.

Union strong, and never alone — Local 728 has your back at the bargaining table, and we have it on the road.

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About Our Partnership

Teamsters Local 728 & Morrison & Hughes

For more than seven decades, Teamsters Local 728 has fought for hard-working families across Atlanta — freight drivers, warehouse workers, and union households who keep goods moving and put food on tables. That fight is built on a value Morrison & Hughes shares: nobody stands alone.

Our partnership exists to extend that protection off the clock. When a Local 728 member or a member of their family is hurt in a car accident, a truck crash, or by someone else's negligence, we step in — explaining your rights, taking on the insurance companies, and pursuing the full compensation you deserve.

This is an educational, "we're here for you" relationship. We come to your hall, we sponsor your events, and we answer the phone when one of your members needs help. No cost to the local, ever.

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Teamsters Local 728 — At a Glance

  • LocationAtlanta, GA
  • Address2540 Lakewood Ave SW
  • Phone404-622-0521
  • Serving the community70+ years
  • RepresentsFreight & working families
  • Member programsScholarships & events

Source: teamsterslocal728.org. Morrison & Hughes is a partnering law firm and is not the official voice of Local 728.

Stronger Together

What Local 728 Already Does for Its Members

Local 728 doesn't just negotiate contracts — it builds community. Here's some of what the local offers, straight from its members' programs. Our partnership adds injury protection on top of all of it.

Freight Division Representation

Local 728 represents freight members and stands up for them in negotiations and disputes — including high-profile fights for affected Yellow Corporation workers.

Member Scholarships

Annual scholarship programs help Local 728 families invest in the next generation. Guidelines are published each year for members.

Community Events

Car shows, bowling tournaments, and bass-fishing tournaments bring members and their families together throughout the year.

Online Dues & Portal

Members can pay dues and fees and access documents online — keeping good standing simple and accessible.

Voter Registration & Advocacy

Local 728 helps members register to vote and makes labor's voice heard on the issues that affect working families.

General Membership Meetings

Regular meetings keep members informed and give every member a voice in the direction of their local.

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Your Local 728 Member Benefit

10% Off Personal Injury Attorney's Fees for Every Local 728 Family.

As our partner, every verified Teamsters Local 728 member in good standing — and the members of their household — receives a 10% discount on personal injury attorney's fees on personal injury matters.

And that's on top of our standard promise: we work on contingency, so you pay no attorney's fees unless we recover compensation for you. To claim it, just mention you're a Local 728 member and bring your union card.

Claim Your Local 728 Discount

Discount applies to attorney's fees on qualifying personal injury matters for verified Local 728 members in good standing and their households. Cannot be combined with other fee-reduction offers.

What Our Partnership Delivers

How Morrison & Hughes Supports Local 728 Members

Education first, advocacy always. Here's what membership in the Local 728 family now includes through our partnership.

Free "Know Your Rights" Presentations

We come to the hall on Lakewood Avenue to walk members through car accidents, on-the-job injuries, and how to protect a claim from minute one.

Car, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents

Freight work means time on the road. When another driver causes a crash, we pursue your full recovery and take on their insurer.

On-the-Job & Third-Party Injuries

We coordinate workers' compensation with any third-party personal injury claim so your union benefits and your recovery work together.

A Dedicated Point of Contact

Local 728 members get a direct line to our team — no phone-tree runaround when you or your family needs help fast.

Printed Member Resources

Wallet cards and guides — including "what to do after a car accident" — distributed to members at meetings and events.

Showing Up for the Community

We support and attend Local 728's car shows, tournaments, and family events. We're partners in the good times, not just the hard ones.

Why It Matters for Freight & Transport Workers

The Risks Local 728 Members Face on the Road

Transportation and warehousing work — the heart of Local 728 — is among the most dangerous in America. The data below is from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Transportation Leads Workplace Deaths

U.S. fatal work injuries by major occupation group (2022)
Source: BLS Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, 2022 — transportation & material moving leads all groups.

How Workers Get Hurt

Share of U.S. work-related deaths by event type (2022)
Source: BLS — transportation incidents are the single leading cause of workplace fatalities.
Keep This in the Glove Box

How to Handle a Car Accident: A Local 728 Member's Checklist

On the clock or off, what you do in the first few minutes after a crash protects your health and your claim. Share this with your members.

1

Get Safe & Check for Injuries

Move out of traffic if you safely can, turn on hazards, and check everyone for injuries before anything else.

2

Call 911

Request police and EMS if anyone is hurt. Insist on an official Georgia crash report and get the report number.

3

Document the Scene

Photograph all vehicles, plates, damage, road conditions, signs, and injuries. More photos are always better.

4

Exchange Information

Collect the other driver's insurance and contact info, plus names and numbers of any witnesses before they leave.

5

See a Doctor

Even if you feel fine — adrenaline hides concussions and internal injuries. Prompt records protect your health and claim.

6

Don't Give a Recorded Statement

The other insurer will call fast. Politely decline and refer them to your attorney before saying anything about fault.

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Tell Your Steward If On the Job

If you were working, report it through your employer and union steward so any workers' comp claim is preserved.

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Call Morrison & Hughes

Before signing anything, call us. The consultation is free — and as a Local 728 member you get 10% off our personal injury fees.

Common Questions

Local 728 Member Q&A

What discount do Local 728 members get at Morrison & Hughes?
Verified Teamsters Local 728 members in good standing — and the members of their household — receive a 10% discount on personal injury attorney's fees on personal injury matters. That's on top of our contingency-fee promise: you pay no attorney's fees unless we recover for you.
How do I prove I'm a Local 728 member to get the discount?
Just bring or mention your Teamsters Local 728 membership card or membership verification when you contact us. There's no paperwork to complete before your free consultation, and there's no obligation.
I drive freight and was hurt in a crash. What are my options?
If another driver or third party caused the crash, you may have a personal injury claim in addition to any workers' compensation benefits. We coordinate both so your union benefits and your injury recovery work together — and we pursue damages workers' comp doesn't cover, like full lost wages and pain and suffering.
Does this partnership cost Local 728 or its members anything?
No. Our educational presentations, member resources, and consultations are free. There's no cost to the local or its members for the partnership, and members only pay reduced attorney's fees if we recover compensation for them.
What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Get to safety, call 911, and do not leave before the police arrive. Otherwise, you risk being accused of a “hit and run,” even if the accident wasn’t your fault. If you are seriously injured, let the ambulance take you to the hospital, and use your health insurance. Once you can safely do so, call Morrison & Hughes. The insurance company starts to build their case against you immediately, and important evidence can disappear within 24 hours. Getting your lawyer involved at the beginning ensures better results and gives you a shield against insurance adjusters trained to deny your case.
Can my family members use the discount too?
Yes. The 10% personal injury attorney-fee discount extends to the members of a verified Local 728 member's household on qualifying personal injury matters. When your family is hurt, we're here for them too.
Helpful Links

Resources for Local 728 Members

Official Local 728 information plus practical injury guidance from attorneys who fight for working families.

Official Site

Teamsters Local 728 Official Website

Dues payment, member news, scholarship guidelines, event calendars, and constitution & bylaws — direct from your local.

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Local 728 Strong, and Never Alone.

If you or a family member has been hurt, call the firm that stands with Local 728. Free, confidential consultation — and a 10% personal injury fee discount for verified members. No fees unless we recover for you.

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