Morrison & Hughes Law Firm — Georgia

Georgia Practice Areas — Injury, Workers’ Comp & Criminal Defense Attorneys

“We Don’t Back Down.”

When an injury, a workplace accident, an unpaid paycheck, or a criminal charge threatens everything you’ve built, you need a trial-tested team in your corner. From six offices across Georgia, Morrison & Hughes fights insurance companies, employers and prosecutors so you don’t have to face them alone.

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Trial-Tested Litigators

No Fee Unless We Win*

Hablamos Español

6 Georgia Offices

GA Traffic Crashes (2023)

Source: GA Gov. Office of Highway Safety / GDOT, 2023

Serious-Injury Crashes (2023)

Source: GA GOHS Traffic Safety Facts, 2023

U.S. Workplace Injuries (2023)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023

GA Max Weekly Comp Benefit

Source: GA State Board of Workers’ Comp (TTD, on/after 7/1/2023)

One Firm. Five Ways We Fight For You.

A Full-Service Georgia Trial Firm

Morrison & Hughes is built for the moments that change a family’s life — a crash on I-285, an injury on the warehouse floor, an overtime check that never came, or a knock on the door from the police. Our attorneys handle each of these areas every day, and we try cases when insurers and prosecutors refuse to be fair.

Because we take injury and workers’ compensation cases on a contingency basis, you pay no attorney fee unless we win your case.* And because our team and staff speak both English and Spanish, every Georgian can get clear answers about their rights.

Use the hub below to jump straight to the practice area — and the specific kind of case — that fits your situation.

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Practice Areas

How We Can Help — Choose Your Case Type

Each card links to a dedicated practice page with deeper detail, Georgia law, FAQs and a free case evaluation. Use the sub-links to go directly to your specific type of case.

Personal Injury

Hurt by someone else’s negligence? We pursue full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain — on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis.*

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Workers’ Compensation

Injured on the job in Georgia? We force employers and their insurers to pay the medical care and wage benefits the law guarantees you.

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Criminal Defense

Charged with a crime in Georgia? Your freedom and record are on the line. We protect your rights at every stage — from arrest through trial.

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Unpaid Overtime

Misclassified, shorted on hours, or denied time-and-a-half? We pursue the wages — and penalties — you’re owed under the Fair Labor Standards Act and Georgia law.

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Social Security Disability

Denied SSDI or SSI? Most claims are turned down at first. We build the medical record and fight your appeal all the way to a hearing.

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Why Morrison & Hughes

A Firm Built To Go The Distance

Insurance companies, employers and prosecutors count on you not having a real trial lawyer. We make sure they’re wrong.

Trial-Tested

We prepare every case as if it’s going to a jury. That courtroom credibility is what drives full-value settlements and verdicts.

No Fee Unless We Win*

For injury and workers’ comp cases, you owe no attorney fee unless we recover for you. The consultation is always free and confidential.

Hablamos Español

Our team serves Georgia’s Spanish-speaking communities directly — no third-party translators, no confusion about your rights.

6 Offices Across Georgia

Marietta, Alpharetta/Roswell, Decatur, Hiram, Fayetteville and LaGrange — convenient, local representation statewide.

Georgia By The Numbers

The Data Behind Our Practice

Real statistics from state and federal sources show how often Georgians are hurt on the road and on the job — and why having an experienced advocate matters.

Georgia Traffic Fatalities, 2019–2023

Lives lost in motor-vehicle crashes on Georgia roads

Source: Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety / NHTSA FARS, Georgia Traffic Safety Facts (2019–2023).

Leading Factors in Fatal GA Crashes (2023)

Share of fatal crashes in which each factor was suspected

Source: Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, 2023 fatal-crash data (factors are not mutually exclusive).

Georgia Law You Should Know

Deadlines & Statutes That Affect Your Case

Every type of case has its own filing deadline. Miss it and you can lose your rights entirely — which is why talking to an attorney early matters.

O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33

2-Year Personal Injury Deadline

Most Georgia injury lawsuits must be filed within two years of the date of injury. Wrongful-death and certain claims have their own clocks. Waiting can permanently bar your claim.

O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33

Modified Comparative Negligence (50% Bar)

You can still recover even if partly at fault — but your award is reduced by your share of fault, and you recover nothing if you are 50% or more responsible. Insurers exploit this; we fight it.

O.C.G.A. § 34-9 (Workers’ Comp Act)

1-Year Workers’ Comp Filing

Report a job injury to your employer right away, and generally file a workers’ comp claim (Form WC-14) within one year. Benefits include medical care and weekly wage replacement.

O.C.G.A. § 17-3 et seq.

Criminal Statutes of Limitation

Georgia sets time limits on prosecutions — commonly two years for most misdemeanors and four years for many felonies, with serious crimes having longer or no limit. Early defense counsel is critical.

This is general information, not legal advice for your specific situation. Deadlines and exceptions vary — contact us to confirm the deadline in your case.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to hire Morrison & Hughes?

For personal injury and workers’ compensation cases, we work on a contingency fee — you pay no attorney fee unless we win your case. The initial consultation is always free and confidential. Fee arrangements for criminal defense, unpaid overtime and Social Security Disability are explained up front before you hire us.

Which practice area fits my situation?

If you were hurt by someone else’s negligence, start with Personal Injury. If you were injured at work, see Workers’ Compensation. If your employer shorted your pay, see Unpaid Overtime. If you’ve been charged with a crime, see Criminal Defense. If you can no longer work due to a disability, see Social Security Disability. Not sure? Call us and we’ll point you to the right team.

Do you speak Spanish?

Yes — Hablamos Español. Our team serves Georgia’s Spanish-speaking community directly, so you can ask questions and understand your options without a language barrier.

How long do I have to file a claim in Georgia?

It depends on the case. Most personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33), workers’ comp claims generally within one year (O.C.G.A. § 34-9), and criminal prosecutions are governed by O.C.G.A. § 17-3. Because exceptions apply, contact us early so a deadline doesn’t cost you your rights.

Where are your offices located?

We have six Georgia offices: Marietta, Alpharetta/Roswell, Decatur, Hiram, Fayetteville and LaGrange. We represent clients throughout metro Atlanta and across the state.

What should I do right after an injury or arrest?

Get medical attention or, if arrested, exercise your right to remain silent and ask for a lawyer. Then call Morrison & Hughes as soon as possible. Early action helps us preserve evidence, meet deadlines, and protect your rights before insurers or prosecutors act against you.

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