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Mass tort litigation leaves Georgians with fewer insurance options
By GA News Gazette | Feb 5, 2024
The Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (IIAG), a professional association for independent insurance agents, has expressed concern over the escalating mass tort litigation in Georgia. The association argues that this trend is prompting insurance providers to either limit their operations in the state or exit entirely. Consequently, Georgia residents are grappling with increased insurance costs for reduced coverage.
Beasley Allen Files Lawsuit After Amazon Driver’s Negligence Causes Crash
By GA News Gazette | Jan 31, 2024
Beasley Allen, a law firm based in Alabama, has recently filed a lawsuit against Amazon on behalf of a client who suffered serious injuries in a car crash caused by an Amazon delivery driver. The incident occurred in August 2023 on Highway 14 in Elmore County.According to the lawsuit, our client's vehicle was struck by an Amazon Delivery Service Program vehicle, resulting in permanent injuries. The lawsuit alleges that Amazon negligently entrusted, supervised, monitored, and controlled the truck company and the driver through its delivery service program.A recent...
Beasley Allen’s Mobile Office Resolves Trucking Case for $1.25 Million
By GA News Gazette | Jan 25, 2024
Beasley Allen’s Mobile office recently reached a successful resolution in a commercial trucking case, securing $1.25 million in compensation for their client. The lawsuit centered around allegations of negligent and wanton inspection and maintenance of a commercial trailer.The incident in question occurred when a dual wheel end and tire assembly detached from the trailer and struck the client's vehicle, resulting in a broken toe. Through their thorough investigation, the legal team discovered that the trailer in question was leased by a separate entity responsible for...
Strategic Timing of Mediation Crucial in Asbestos Litigation
By GA News Gazette | Jan 25, 2024
In the complex world of asbestos litigation, the strategic timing of mediation can make all the difference in facilitating successful settlements. Unlike other mass tort or class action cases, asbestos litigation involves defendants facing numerous lawsuits in multiple courts and jurisdictions simultaneously. With cases at varying stages of the litigation, it becomes crucial for defendants to prioritize resolving cases that are closer to trial."It’s always helpful to have dispositive and Daubert motions ruled on and denied before a mediation," explains a legal expert....
Atlanta Office Secures Over $150 Million In Verdicts, Settlements in 2023
By GA News Gazette | Jan 10, 2024
Atlanta, GA – Beasley Allen Law Firm’s Atlanta Office had an exceptional year in 2023, achieving over $150 million in verdicts and settlements. The firm's success in securing multiple 8-figure trucking, product liability, and premise liability settlements, as well as numerous 7-figure settlements, is a testament to their dedication and expertise in the legal field.One area in which the Atlanta office specializes is handling negligence cases against trucking companies. In 2023 alone, they secured tens of millions of dollars in compensation for their clients. One notable...