Personal Injury Cases We Handle
From car accidents to premises liability, our Athens attorneys have the experience to fight for your full compensation.
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Personal Injury
Comprehensive personal injury representation covering all types of accidents caused by negligence. Learn about your rights and what compensation you may deserve.
Learn More →Automobile Wrecks
Car accidents caused by negligent drivers, including rear-end collisions, intersection accidents, hit-and-runs, and crashes involving drunk or distracted drivers.
Learn More →Reckless Driving
When drivers show willful disregard for safety through excessive speeding, aggressive driving, or intentionally dangerous behavior, we hold them accountable.
Learn More →Distracted Driving Accidents
Texting, phone calls, eating while driving—distracted driving causes over 400,000 injuries yearly. We fight for victims of preventable accidents.
Learn More →Truck Wrecks
Complex commercial trucking cases involving 18-wheelers, delivery trucks, and other large vehicles. Multiple liable parties and federal regulations require experienced counsel.
Learn More →Motorcycle Wrecks
Representing riders who face serious injuries and unfair bias from insurance companies. We counter the "reckless motorcyclist" narrative with evidence and experience.
Learn More →Bicycle Wrecks
Protecting cyclists' rights in the Athens community. When negligent drivers cause accidents, we hold them accountable and fight for the compensation cyclists deserve.
Learn More →Pedestrian Accidents
Fighting for pedestrians injured by negligent drivers in crosswalks, intersections, parking lots, and roadways throughout Athens and Northeast Georgia.
Learn More →Drunk Driving Accidents
Holding impaired drivers accountable for preventable crashes. We pursue claims against drunk drivers and establishments that over-served them.
Learn More →Wrongful Death
Compassionate advocacy for families who have lost a loved one due to negligence. We help grieving families seek justice and fair compensation.
Learn More →Slip and Falls
Premises liability cases involving dangerous conditions on someone else's property. We help victims injured by wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, and more.
Learn More →Burn Injuries
Severe burn cases requiring extensive medical care and long-term compensation. We pursue every dollar for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Learn More →Don't See Your Situation?
We handle many types of personal injury cases. If you've been hurt due to someone else's negligence, we can help you understand your options.
Call (706) 543-8596 for a Free Case ReviewWhy Choose Wells & McElwee
48 Years Experience
Serving Northeast Georgia since 1977
250+ Jury Trials
Proven courtroom experience
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