Atlanta Lawyer Blog
Atlanta Lawyer Blog

Atlanta Lawyer Blog

Legal guidance, case commentary, and aviation, injury, and wrongful death insights written to help injured people and families understand what matters after a serious event.

Section overview

Practical articles about serious injury, airline cases, and high-stakes claims.

The blog should do two things well: answer the questions injured people actually have, and show the depth of the firm’s work in serious injury, wrongful death, aviation, and complex liability matters.

Aviation litigation guide

Who Can Be Liable After a Plane Crash?

Plane crash cases often involve more than one responsible party. Depending on the facts, liability may rest with an airline, aircraft manufacturer, maintenance provider, parts supplier, pilot, or another entity connected to the flight.

Airline injury guide

Can You Sue an Airline for Severe Turbulence Injuries?

Not every turbulence event leads to a viable claim, but severe turbulence injuries can create liability when an airline failed to warn passengers, mishandled the flight, or ignored safety steps that could have reduced the harm.

Aviation defect analysis

Emergency Landings, Panel Blowouts, and Aviation Defect Claims

When a flight ends in an emergency landing, a midair panel blowout, or another serious safety failure, the legal question is not just what happened on that trip — it is whether a larger product, maintenance, or warning problem was missed before the incident.

Medical malpractice explainer

What Is a Botched Circumcision?

An educational post explaining what a botched circumcision is, why it can amount to malpractice, and why families should move quickly if a child has been harmed.

News roundup

Recent Atlanta Case Updates

A roundup of recent Atlanta-area incidents the firm is tracking, including major crashes, shootings, and airport-related events.

Personal injury explainer

What Are the Types of Personal Injury? Read to Learn More!

An educational post that helps readers understand the range of matters that can fall under personal injury law.

Atlanta news update

Big Accident on I-75 Causes Major Delays During Morning Traffic in Marietta

A major collision on I-75 caused significant delays during the morning commute in Marietta.

Atlanta news update

Burglars Target a Boutique in Northeast Atlanta and Steals High-End Denim

A Northeast Atlanta boutique was targeted by burglars who stole high-end denim merchandise.

Atlanta news update

Dead Body Discovered in Atlanta on I-85 Ramp

A body was discovered along an I-85 ramp in Atlanta, prompting a police investigation.

Atlanta travel update

Traveling to Atlanta's International Airport During Labor Day Weekend? Expect a Record-Breaking Crowd of Visitors!

Travelers should expect record-breaking crowds at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport during the Labor Day weekend.

Atlanta news update

One Person Killed in Shooting After Dispute at Northwest Atlanta Barbershop

One person was killed in a fatal shooting following a dispute at a Northwest Atlanta barbershop.

Atlanta news update

2 Men Shot Dead in Buckhead High-Rise Complex, Atlanta Authorities Say

Two men were shot and killed at a Buckhead high-rise complex, according to Atlanta authorities.

Aviation incident update

2 Dead and One Injured at Delta Maintenance Area Near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Two people were killed and one injured in a fatal incident near the Delta maintenance area at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Case-related news update

Atlanta Man Involved in $1.5 Million Settlement Proposal for a Man Who Was Wrongfully Arrested

An Atlanta man was involved in a $1.5 million settlement proposal in a case involving a wrongful arrest.

Personal injury explainer

What are the types of personal injury? Read to learn more!

Personal injury law covers a broad range of incidents where someone is harmed due to another’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions. If you’ve been involved in an accident or event that has resulted in physic

Personal injury explainer

Understanding Injury Law: A Comprehensive Guide to Read

Injury law, also known as personal injury law, is a legal domain that covers cases where individuals suffer harm due to accidents or negligence. This area of law is designed to protect those who have been injured and ens

Personal injury explainer

Injured in an Accident? Everything You Need To Know About Personal Injury Law

If you have had enough and you feel you deserve the right compensation for your personal injury, you’re right! There are many things you need to understand about choosing the right atlanta lawyer and understanding the ma

Personal injury explainer

Top Ten Tips When You Suffer An Accident

How much do you really know about personal injury cases? No matter what your answer is, it pays to gain a good understanding of personal injury law so that you can have a successful experience.

Car accident guide

10 Things you must do if you are involved in an Atlanta Auto Accident

If you are ever in a car accident, then there are certain things that you should do so that you may be in a better position to get from the accident with more than your life. Below are some of the ten things that you sho

Car accident guide

Top Questions to ask your Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer

Today we have Attorney Jonathan W. Johnson answering some of the most commonly asked questions about auto accident cases.

Car accident guide

Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in Atlanta

Introduction

Car accident guide

How to find a lawyer to handle your car accident claim?

If you have been in a car accident recently you might be facing a lot of challenges to deal with. From police reports to insurance claims and car repairs, automobile accidents take a lot of time and energy; if in top of

Car accident guide

The Necessary Steps To Take Before Calling An Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer

A car wreck is an unfortunate event that happens all too often. When involved in one, an individual should remember a few important things before calling an Atlanta car accident lawyer.

Car accident guide

Car Accident Statistics

We all know it, car accidents account for a large percentage of fatalities in the US.

Car accident guide

Drivers in Atlanta Georgia are Guilty of Road Rage

Road rage is a phenomenon that occurs often and is very dangerous.

Dog bite explainer

Dog Bite Attorney in Atlanta Georgia Answers Common Questions

What happens if I get attacked or bit by a dog? Typically the owner of the dog is responsible for that dog’s behavior and they have the duty to exercise reasonable care with respect to their dog.

Rideshare accident guide

Uber Accident Lawyer

What if I am in a Uber vehicle and I’m in an accident and I get injured?

Truck accident guide

Why you need a truck accident lawyer in Atlanta GA

Anything trucks collide with hardly has the possibility of surviving and this is because of their large weight and size. The speed combined with the size and weight of a truck in motion can make a majority of its acciden

Premises liability guide

Why you need a slip and fall lawyer in Atlanta GA

When you fall and sustain an injury, you may not instantly realize that the reason you fell was due to the error of another person. This is where a slip and fall lawyer in Atlanta GA comes in.

Aviation injury guide

Southwest Airlines Lawyer

Were you involved in the Southwest Arlines Flight 1380

Aviation injury guide

Navigating Air Safety Rights: Understanding the Montreal Convention of 1999

The Montreal Convention, also known as MC99, is an international treaty established in 1999 to regulate liability and compensation rules during international flights. It was created as a successor to the Warsaw Conventio

Medical malpractice explainer

Cancer Misdiagnosis

Do you handle cases for misdiagnosis for something such as cancer?

Medical malpractice explainer

My child was injured during a botched circumcision, can you help us?

My child was injured during a botched circumcision, can you help us?

Medical malpractice explainer

Nursing Homes Negligence and Misstreatment

Im hearing a lot of things about elderly people in nursing homes who are being neglected or mistreated is there a case there?

Medical malpractice explainer

Understanding the Process of a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in Atlanta

Dealing with a medical malpractice case can be a complex and confusing process, especially if you are unfamiliar with the law. If you or a loved one has been affected by medical malpractice in Atlanta, Georgia, it is imp

Personal injury explainer

Exactech Recalls: What You Need To Know About the Knee, Hip, and Ankles Recall

Published: 07/25/2023

Insurance claim guide

What to Do When an Insurance Company Denies a Client’s Claim

A post shared by Atlanta personal Injury Attorney Jonathan Johnson (@atlantalawyer)

Access to justice guide

Navigating the Legal System For Non-English Speakers

On January 1, 2024, the Supreme Court of Georgia’s “Amended Rules for the Use of Interpreters for Non-English-Speaking Persons” came into effect. This marks the first update to the rules since 2012.

Access to justice guide

Is racial injustice in personal injury claims?

Published: 07/25/2023

Insurance claim guide

Covid 19 – Insurance Coverage and Claims Facility Issues

The Covid-19 illness resulting from coronavirus is creating historic disruption in businesses throughout the United States and across the world. At least twenty states and many major metropolitan cities have closed all b

Attorney hiring guide

How to Hire the Best Atlanta Lawyer

Accidents can happen anytime and anywhere. And, it can happen to anyone, including you.

Attorney hiring guide

4 Reasons why you need an experienced Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer

Having a serious personal injury can be a traumatic experience. Once an accident has occurred and you or a loved one sustain a personal injury you should always consult an experienced Atlanta Lawyer.

Attorney hiring guide

How to Find an Experienced Attorney in Atlanta, GA

Do you have a legal issue that requires the services of a good lawyer? This is the best place to be if you are trying to select an attorney.

Personal injury safety guide

Firework Injuries in Atlanta: Can I Get Compensated?

Atlanta is one of the busiest cities in America, so it is no wonder that it also has a large celebration surrounding July Fourth, otherwise known as Independence Day. However, Georgia has now made legal the possession an

Car accident guide

Why Is It Important to wear a Safety Belt?

In the US more than 40,000 people die in road accidents every year. Although the factors and causes of these accidents vary, the most important thing you can do as a driver or passenger is to use your seatbelt.