James Haug has been awarded the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Rating James Haug – Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer James Haug is a distinguished Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer who has dedicated his legal career to securing justice for victims of negligence since becoming a Georgia lawyer in 2009. A proud graduate of the University of Georgia and […]Read More

Recent Personal Injury Blog Articles $16.2M Verdict: Amazon Liable for Delivery Van Crash Child Injury A Georgia jury awarded $16.2 million to a family in a personal injury lawsuit involving Amazon Logistics and Fly Fella Logistics after a delivery van struck and severely injured a child riding an electric bike. The crash resulted in serious, […]Read More

Dog bites often affect some of the most sensitive and visible areas of the body, including the face, neck, and hands. These injuries not only leave physical scars but can also cause emotional trauma. At Haug Barron Law Group, we understand the life-changing impact a dog bite can have, and we’re committed to helping victims […]Read More

Main Considerations Regarding Your Back Injury Settlement Back injuries can have a profoundly negative impact on your well-being and overall life, causing severe pain and limiting your ability to do everyday tasks. Some people lose their ability to work, meaning loss of income, while medical expenses rack up from pain management, possible physical therapies, and […]Read More

In a recent high-profile case, a Missouri jury awarded $462 million to the plaintiffs in a personal injury lawsuit against Wabash National.   The case revolved around a fatal crash in 2019 where the rear impact guard of a Wabash truck failed to protect the occupants of another vehicle, leading to their deaths. The plaintiffs […]Read More

A Georgia jury awarded $16.2 million to a family in a personal injury lawsuit involving Amazon Logistics and Fly Fella Logistics. A recent legal case has spotlighted Amazon’s liability when a delivery van, operated by one of its contractors, struck and severely injured a child riding an electric bike, leading to serious, lifelong injuries. The […]Read More

How Do You Determine the Value of My Claim? The value of your claim, which lawyers call the settlement value, largely depends on the factors discussed below. It also includes an unexpected factor, which is the plaintiffs’ low winning percentage in personal injury claims, which has dropped from 75 percent in the 1980s to about […]Read More

COMMON REASONS WHY INSURERS DISCOURAGE HIRING A LAWYER If the insurance company says you do not need a lawyer, it’s often a sign that you do. These companies know that a skilled attorney can maximize your claim. To prevent this, they may try to convince you to accept a quick settlement. Here are some additional […]Read More

Governmental Immunity Suing the Federal Government, the State of Georgia, or a Georgia county or city can be a confusing, lengthy, time-consuming process.  It is therefore important to hire an attorney who knows the rules and process. In cases where the federal government causes personal injury to an individual, the government is generally immune from […]Read More

Winning a $30 Million Verdict Case Context The $30 million verdict secured by Haug Barron Law Group on October 5, 2023, didn’t just make headlines—it underscored the law firm’s unwavering commitment to justice, the depth of its legal expertise, and the team’s ability to navigate through complex medical malpractice cases with precision and resilience. Anatomy […]Read More

The Hidden Dangers of Bow-Riding: Why Safety Comes First on Georgia’s Lakes Pleasure boating is a cherished pastime, especially on the serene lakes of Georgia like Lake Lanier and Lake Allatoona. The sun’s out, the water’s gleaming, and life couldn’t be more picturesque. But as idyllic as this scenario is, an unseen danger lurks for […]Read More

A woman in Gwinnett County was walking on Lawrenceville Suwanee Road early on Christmas morning when she was struck by a car. Since then, she has been on life support at Gwinnett Medical Center. Now, her family wants legal action taken against the driver.     The parents of the victim, Taylor Hamm, plus their […]Read More

Our team at the Haug Barron Law Group regularly receives large verdicts and settlements for our clients, but we are not afraid to try cases of moderate to minor damages. An example of this can be seen through our victory in a Magistrate Court trial on July 7, 2016. A single-mother was involved in an […]Read More

Almost everyone is familiar with the idea that if a person dies as a result of the negligence of another, damages could be recovered in a wrongful death lawsuit. However, perhaps not as common is the idea that one could also recover for prenatal harms. There are three different kinds of prenatal harms recognized at […]Read More

Dog owners can recover the value of medical costs in a Negligence Action in Georgia. In Georgia, when a person is injured in an accident due to the negligence of someone else, she can often recover money damages for her personal injuries, including her medical costs. If that same person passes away due to the […]Read More

If someone is injured in another’s home, the homeowner could be liable for any damages caused. Common problems include falling on slippery or insecure surfaces, being injured in pools or trampolines, lawnmower accidents, and accidents involving pets or unsafe conditions on the property. You can protect yourself from liability by knowing the situations that could […]Read More

Federal Tort Claims Act and Georgia Soverign Immunity Prior to 1946, the government could not be sued based on the doctrine of Sovereign Immunity. However, today, if a person is injured because of the acts of a government employee acting within the scope of employment, the injured person can sue the government for personal injury, […]Read More

What Is Negligent Entrustment? If a person is injured by a drunk driver, who is liable? Obviously, the person driving drunk could be sued if he negligently caused an accident that resulted in Plaintiff’s injuries. However, the person or establishment that gave the driver the alcohol in the first place could also be held responsible. […]Read More

Liability for Accidents to Trespassers In general, a person owes a duty of reasonable care to all foreseeable plaintiffs and a Defendant’s failure to act reasonably may result in tort liability if his unreasonable conduct causes a Plaintiff injury. However, if a plaintiff is injured while on the land of another, a different standard of […]Read More

Difference between a Workers Compensation Claim and a Personal Injury Claim In Georgia, the Workers’ Compensation Act is the exclusive remedy for an injury by accident arising out of and in the course of employment. The Workers’ Compensation Act requires that employers subject to the act either carry insurance to insure the payment of workers’ […]Read More

Defenses to Negligence Claims in Georgia Suppose a driver turns left at a red light in front of a second driver’s car, causing a car accident. The first driver is clearly negligent. However, let’s assume the accident could have been avoided entirely had the second driver not been speeding. Courts have three different ways of […]Read More

Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress If a person is injured by someone else’s intentional conduct, she may be able to recover in an action for intentional tort. For example, if someone intentionally hits that person, she may have a battery claim. She could also have a battery claim if the Defendant intentionally touched something closely […]Read More

Negligence Per Se Atlanta Georgia If an individual is injured because of the actions of another, she may be able to recover her damages if she can prove that the other person was negligent. As mentioned in previous posts, to prove that another person has acted negligently, you generally must demonstrate that the person acted […]Read More

Intentional Trespass What happens if someone is mistaken with regard to her property line and accidentally builds on her neighbors property? Would she have to pay damages or tear down whatever she had built? Assume for a moment that two neighbors built houses and garages on their adjacent lots. Assume as well that Neighbor A’s […]Read More

Swanson v. Tackling: A Georgia Dog Bite Case In a recent Georgia case, a seven year old boy was bit on the head by one of Defendant’s Great Dane dogs while he was visiting their home. He suffered serious and disfiguring injuries as a result. His mom filed a personal injury suit against the dog’s […]Read More

Injuries Caused by a Mentally Impaired Person If a victim is injured by someone who is mentally impaired in Georgia, can that victim recover damages for her personal injuries? The general rule in Georgia is that a psychotic person cannot be held criminally responsible for his crimes because he is not acting as a free […]Read More

Proving Negligence Actions in Georgia: Unreasonable Conduct When a person has been injured in an accident, she may be able to recover damages for her injuries if she can prove that the accident was caused by the negligence of another. In other words, if someone acted unreasonably and caused injury as a result, that person […]Read More

Products Liability Cases in Georgia If a consumer is injured while using a defective product in Georgia, she may be able to recover for her personal injuries. There are several theories under which she may be able to win. Negligence The first theory of recovery to consider when someone is injured by a product is […]Read More

Georgia Slip and Fall Cases If an individual slips and falls in a store, the store may be liable for any personal injury suffered. This is commonly known as a slip and fall case. However, in Georgia, store owners are not required to insure the safety of their customers. Therefore, just because an individual can […]Read More

Georgia Nuisance Claims A nuisance occurs when someone uses their property in a way that interferes with the use and enjoyment of the property of others. A nuisance can be caused by many bothersome activities, including noise and noxious smells, or by more serious activities, such as the contamination of waterways and air pollution. A […]Read More

Five most common examples of Wrongful Death Even though each family trusts that no member of the family will endure a wrongful demise because of a third party’s carelessness, the truth of the matter is that this kind of mishap are exceptionally regular in the US. Actually, the top five causes of untimely demise may […]Read More

What Rights Do Whistleblowers Have in Atlanta Georgia? At the point when an individual uncovers that his or her organization or association is involved in exploitative or unlawful conduct, that individual is known as a “whistleblower” and the law offers such person some level of protection. Then again, the bosses of such people often retaliate. […]Read More

Study Finds Young Females at Higher Risk of Car Accident Fatalities The world has been made better through smartphones and other communication devices. It is also important to note that they are also a major cause of road accident. Research has shown that the young females have 26% more chances of getting involved in an […]Read More

Texting and Driving Car Accident Statistics in Atlanta Georgia Georgia is fast developing and as such, its roads are getting really busier by the day. This is good because it leads to economic growth and more investment opportunities; however, it also leads to more frequent road accidents. Recently, a research by the NHTSA shows that […]Read More

Types of Wrongful Death Cases in Atlanta, Georgia Although every family trusts that not one of its members will suffer a wrongful death as a result of negligence of a third party, the fact is these types of accidents are extremely common in the United States. Actually, the 5 leading reasons for wrongful death may […]Read More

Types of Working Surroundings Prone to Slip and Fall Injuries Every employer has a legal duty to ensure the workplace is safe for their workers and customers alike. Nevertheless, many kinds of working environments prone to slip and fall accidents are not correctly maintained, resulting in the danger that customers workers, and visitors may suffer […]Read More

4 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and How to Stop It The increasing number of aged people in America has resulted in a nursing home inhabitants that was growing. Because of this, many families are now faced with the choice to transfer an elderly relative into a nursing home. Nevertheless, it is necessary that the […]Read More

Data on Where Most Automobile Accidents Take Place Sadly, they’re subsequently subjected to the risk of an accident in the hands of a negligent driver, which can result in damage to their care, harm or death. Nevertheless, in order to effectively protect themselves, it is important that passengers and drivers likewise know about the data […]Read More

Accident Compensation Lawyers If you or a loved one are injured in an accident, many types of compensation may be available regardless of whether the injury is caused by a car wreck, premises liability incident (such as a “slip and fall”), or medical malpractice. This article will generally discuss a few of the major types […]Read More

Georgia Dog Bite Law   Dogs truly are man’s best friend. Dogs show unconditional love for their owners and have even saved human lives in emergency situations. Unfortunately, some dog owners abuse or mistreat their dogs, fail to give them the appropriate training and make them unreasonably dangerous. All too often these “dangerous dogs” go […]Read More

The Statute of Limitations limits the amount of time that a plaintiff may bring a lawsuit. If the plaintiff fails to bring his or her lawsuit within the time allowed by the Statute of Limitations, then the lawsuit is forever barred and the plaintiff may never recover.Read More

Damages come in two distinctly different types. First, damages can be used to compensate a person for their loss – these are called compensatory damages. Second, damages can also be used to punish and deter those individuals who have a complete disregard for the consequences of their actions. These damages are called punitive damages. Although rare, a court can award punitive damages when the responsible party’s actions are intentional or wantonness.Read More

Devastating Medical Malpractice Cases Disastrous medical malpractice can result in long-term impairment or even death for its victims. Because of this, people who have suffered expected medical malpractice can get damages for their injuries. By procuring an experienced Atlanta, GA lawyer for his or her family and devastating medical malpractice cases the victim will probably […]Read More

Obtain Punitive Damages in Court: Guidance from a Georgia Lawyer There are all types of injuries that could happen and, consequently, there are several various levels of compensation which can be sought after suffering from someone else’s actions. Typically, injured people will need to seek damages for medical bills related to an injury, reimbursement for […]Read More

Data on Growth of Injury Fatalities Due to Mobile Phone Use in Previous Years The increasingly ubiquitous nature of cell phones, particularly cell phones with advanced capabilities for example other applications that are diverting or video chat, has had a dangerous effect of America’s roads. Data on growth of injury fatalities due to mobile phone […]Read More

Average Settlement For Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in Georgia   Although most people only think of surgical errors when they hear about medical malpractice cases, the truth is that medical malpractice can be the result of virtually any type of medical mistake. For example, if a doctor fails to properly read a patient’s chart and he […]Read More

3 Typical Commercial Trucking Accidents There are tens of thousands of commercial trucks on America’s roads and highways. As a result, every individual who travels by road will at some point be near a large commercial truck. The size and weight of these trucks, when combined with a negligent driver or vehicular malfunction, can result […]Read More

Statistics for Main Causes of Car Accidents in Georgia A vehicle accident can be a traumatic event that can result in severe injury and even death for its victims. Because of that, it is important for drivers and passengers alike to understand what the statistics for main causes of car accidents in Georgia indicate about […]Read More

Obtain Punitive Damages in Court: Advice from a Georgia Lawyer There are all kinds of accidents that can occur and, as a result, there are many different levels of compensation that can be sought after suffering from someone else’s actions. In most cases, injured individuals will want to seek damages for medical bills related to […]Read More

Distinction between Tennessee and Georgia Medical Malpractice Law: Statute of Limitations and Standard of Care STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS Tennessee medical malpractice law, referred to as “health care liability” by the Tennessee Code Annotated, differs in many aspects from Georgia medical malpractice law. First, the statue of limitations for medical malpractice cases in Tennessee is only […]Read More

Experienced Atlanta, GA Lawyer for Catastrophic Medical Malpractice Cases Catastrophic medical malpractice can result in permanent disability or even death for its victims. For this reason, individuals who have suffered due medical malpractice can obtain compensation for their injuries. By securing an experienced Atlanta, GA lawyer for catastrophic medical malpractice cases the victim and his or her […]Read More

The Effects of an Undetected Brain Injury An undetected brain injury can result in serious long-term mental and physical problems. Because of this, individuals who have been involved in an accident that may have resulted in brain damage may be able to obtain compensation for their injury, if they take the correct steps. Undetected Brain […]Read More

Georgia Medical Malpractice Lawyer: Extending Statute of Limitations The Defendant notes in his own brief that case law concerning the statute of limitations for misdiagnosis cases state that “the statute of limitations begins running when the injury occurs rather than on the date of the negligent act.” (See Brief in Support of the Motion for […]Read More