Being hurt because of someone else’s negligence is disorienting. You’re dealing with physical pain, missed work, medical appointments, and the stress of figuring out what comes next. Meanwhile, insurance adjusters are gathering their own information and making early decisions about what your claim is worth. The steps you take in the days and weeks after […]
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Motorcycle crashes are unlike other vehicle accidents in one fundamental way: there’s nothing between the rider and whatever they hit. No airbag, no crumple zone, no metal frame absorbing the energy of impact. When a negligent driver in East Point causes a crash, the rider absorbs it directly. The injuries that follow, particularly traumatic brain […]
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Some injuries heal. Others change the trajectory of a person’s entire life. When an accident leaves someone permanently disabled, unable to work, or dependent on lifelong medical care, the legal system treats those cases differently. And for good reason. The financial and human costs involved are in a completely different category than a typical personal […]
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You drop your child off at daycare trusting that the people there will watch over them. That’s the whole arrangement. When a facility fails to provide adequate supervision and your child gets hurt because of it, that’s not just an unfortunate accident. It may be negligence, and Georgia law gives families a meaningful path to […]
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Hiring a personal injury lawyer isn’t just a legal decision. It’s a personal one. You’re trusting someone with something that affected your health, your income, and your daily life. The attorney you choose shapes not just the outcome of your case but the entire experience of getting there. That choice deserves more thought than most […]
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Some Roots Run Deep There’s something powerful about watching something grow from the ground up. A seed becoming a plant. A neighborhood becoming a community. A law firm becomes more than just a place people call when something goes wrong. This March, in honor of National Nutrition Month, Council & Associates made a donation to […]
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At Council & Associates, We Show Up — In and Out of the Courtroom When most people think of a law firm, they picture courtrooms, case files, and legal briefs. And yes, that’s very much who we are. But we’re also your neighbors. Your community partners. And this month, your source for free healthy snacks. […]
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Most people assume a dog bite claim only involves the dog’s owner. That assumption leaves money on the table. In Georgia, landlords and property owners can be held liable for dog bite injuries when specific legal conditions are met, even if they do not own the animal. When a Landlord Can Be Held Responsible Georgia’s […]
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When a rideshare accident happens, the first question most people ask is whether they are covered. The second question, which matters just as much, is who has the stronger claim. Is it the passenger or the driver? In Georgia, the answer depends on several factors worth understanding before you take any steps with an insurance […]
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Nourishing Our Community, One Snack at a Time At Council & Associates, LLC, being a trusted personal injury lawyer in GA means more than representing clients in the courtroom. It means showing up for the communities we serve — and that’s exactly why on March 10th we’re proudly partnering with Amerigroup for the Healthy Snack […]
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Tractor Trailer Settlement
Our client was crossing one of the busier intersections in Atlanta when a negligent truck driver struck them unexpectedly, suffering a broken hand and leg fracture. We secured a seven-figure settlement for our client’s pain and suffering.
$550,000
Car Accident
Client was driving when their vehicle was overturned by a truck, leaving the client with broken ribs. After hard litigation, our firm won over a half-million dollar settlement for our client’s medical bills and suffering.
$300,000
Commercial Truck Accident
Our client was driving in Atlanta when a commercial truck struck them. The truck driver’s negligence resulted in a left shoulder injury. Following a brief round of negotiations, we were able to settle on a six-figure settlement for our client’s injuries.
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