Serving DeKalb County
A Trial Practice Dedicated to Fighting for the Injured
At Morrison & Hughes, we’re a Georgia trial practice dedicated exclusively to fighting for the injured. We’ve helped thousands of clients navigate claims involving personal injury, disability, and workplace injuries, and have a 95% success rate across all practice areas. If you or someone you love were recently injured in a preventable accident anywhere in DeKalb County, we can help.
Our Decatur personal injury lawyers offer FREE consultations and work on contingency, which means there’s no cost to hire our team and no fee unless we win. Call 404-LAW-TEAM or contact us online to get started.
Cases We Handle
Injury Cases We Handle
As a firm dedicated solely to fighting for the injured and disabled, Morrison & Hughes is equipped to handle personal injury cases involving all types of accidents and issues, including:
What to Expect
The Personal Injury Claim Process
Personal injury claims are legal disputes that arise when someone suffers harm from an accident or injury, and someone else might be legally responsible for that harm. If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone else, or if you lost a loved one in a fatal accident due to another’s actions, you may have grounds to pursue a claim.
Personal injury claims are unique matters, but there are several key steps in every case:
- Initial Consultation and Case Evaluation. Your journey begins with a free consultation where we assess the details of your case, answer any questions, and provide initial advice.
- Comprehensive Investigation. Our team conducts a thorough investigation to build a robust case, collecting medical records, accident reports, witness statements, and any other relevant information.
- Medical Treatment and Documentation. We ensure that you receive top-notch medical care and that all injuries are thoroughly documented, which is essential for your claim.
- Drafting and Sending a Demand Letter. Once you reach maximum medical improvement, we draft a demand letter to the responsible party’s insurance company outlining your injuries, treatments, and requested compensation.
- Negotiations with Insurance Companies. Our experienced attorneys negotiate on your behalf to secure the highest possible settlement, ensuring that your compensation reflects the true extent of your losses.
- Filing a Lawsuit if Necessary. If a fair settlement cannot be reached through negotiations, we proceed by filing a formal complaint and initiating the litigation process.
- Discovery Phase. Both parties exchange information relevant to the case — depositions, interrogatories, and document requests — to build a strong argument for your claim.
- Mediation and Settlement Discussions. Many cases are resolved through mediation, where a neutral third party facilitates settlement discussions without the need for a trial.
- Trial Preparation and Court Proceedings. If mediation fails, the case proceeds to trial. Our trial lawyers present your case to a judge or jury, meticulously prepared for a favorable verdict.
What You Can Recover
Recoverable Damages in Personal Injury Cases
- Economic Damages: tangible losses such as medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage.
- Non-Economic Damages: intangible losses, including pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
- Punitive Damages: in cases of egregious negligence or intentional harm, awarded to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar conduct.
Accidents and injuries can have a range of repercussions, which is why no two cases are exactly alike. If you have questions about the value of your potential Decatur personal injury claim or the damages to which you may be entitled, our attorneys can help during a personalized consultation.
How Our Decatur Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help
Experience & Insight
Our team includes trial lawyers with decades of combined experience and backgrounds as former defense attorneys. We leverage this insight to anticipate and counteract defense strategies.
Technology
We employ cutting-edge technology — drones, virtual reality, and 3D reconstructions — to build compelling cases, and specialized analysis software unique to our firm to optimize claim demands.
Personal Attention & Proven Results
We prioritize our clients with personalized support throughout the process — you focus on your recovery while we handle the legal complexities. With millions in compensation recovered, our track record reflects our dedication.
Don’t Wait
The Statute of Limitations in Georgia Personal Injury Cases
The statute of limitations is a legal deadline that dictates how long you have to file a lawsuit from the date of your injury or the discovery of your injury. If you fail to file within this period, you may lose your right to pursue a legal claim, regardless of the merits of your case.
In Georgia, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally two years from the date of the injury. This applies to most types of injury claims, including car accidents and slip and falls. There are some exceptions and specific situations that may alter this timeframe:
- Minors: if the injured party is a minor, the statute of limitations may be extended — typically, the clock starts when the minor turns 18.
- Discovery Rule: when the injury or its cause are not immediately apparent, the statute of limitations may begin from the date the injury was discovered or reasonably should have been discovered.
- Government Claims: claims against government entities have different rules and often shorter timeframes — you may need to provide notice of the claim within six months to a year, depending on the governmental body involved.
Bringing your case to the attention of a lawyer as soon as possible is the best way to determine the statute of limitations that applies to your case and ensure you have ample time to investigate, build your claim, and preserve your right to recover compensation. Our attorneys are readily available to help by offering free consultations over the phone, in person, or via video chat.
