Business Details
We are Wells & McElwee, a personal injury law firm serving clients across Northeast Georgia. Our firm has operated continuously since 1977, bringing 48 years of specialized legal experience to every case we handle. Our founding partner Donald T. Wells, Jr. has tried over 250 cases to verdict and regularly lectures trial judges and fellow attorneys on personal injury legal topics. Our team includes experienced trial lawyers who are active members of professional organizations including the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice. We hold an AV Preeminent rating, a peer-recognized mark of legal excellence and ethical standards. Unlike high-volume personal injury firms, we provide personal attention to every client, ensuring they never feel uninformed about their case status.
We return all client phone calls the same day we receive them, and provide regular updates at every stage of the legal process. We avoid confusing legal jargon when communicating with clients, breaking down case options and legal processes in plain, easy-to-understand language. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, a strategy that signals to insurance companies we are fully prepared to fight for our clients' rights. This trial preparation approach often leads insurance companies to offer fair settlements when our firm is involved in a case. We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless we secure a favorable outcome for their case. We offer free initial case consultations to all potential clients to review their situation and outline their legal options.
We return all client phone calls the same day we receive them, and provide regular updates at every stage of the legal process. We avoid confusing legal jargon when communicating with clients, breaking down case options and legal processes in plain, easy-to-understand language. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial, a strategy that signals to insurance companies we are fully prepared to fight for our clients' rights. This trial preparation approach often leads insurance companies to offer fair settlements when our firm is involved in a case. We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless we secure a favorable outcome for their case. We offer free initial case consultations to all potential clients to review their situation and outline their legal options.
Highlights and features
- We have 48 years of specialized personal injury experience.
- We have tried over 250 cases to verdict.
- We hold an AV Preeminent peer-recognized rating.
- We return all client calls the same day.
- We charge no fees unless we win your case.
Services
Car Accidents
We represent individuals injured in car accidents caused by negligent drivers, including rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, and hit-and-run incidents. Our clients are people who have suffered physical injuries, property damage, or financial losses due to another driver's carelessness. We work to secure full compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related damages.
Truck Accidents
We handle complex commercial trucking accident cases involving 18-wheelers, delivery trucks, and other large commercial vehicles. Our clients are individuals injured in crashes caused by truck driver negligence, company policy violations, or equipment failures. We pursue maximum compensation for severe injuries, extensive medical costs, and long-term financial impacts from these high-stakes cases.
Motorcycle Accidents
We represent motorcycle riders injured in crashes caused by negligent drivers, addressing the unique biases and challenges riders face with insurance companies. Our clients are motorcyclists who have sustained serious injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, and spinal cord damage. We fight to overcome insurance company bias to secure full, fair compensation for our clients' losses.
Slip and Falls
We handle premises liability cases involving slip, trip, and fall accidents caused by dangerous conditions on private or public property. Our clients are individuals injured due to property owner negligence, such as unmarked wet floors or broken walkways. We prove owner liability to secure compensation for medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Wrongful Death
We provide compassionate legal representation for families pursuing wrongful death claims after a loved one is killed due to another party's negligence. Our clients are surviving family members seeking justice and support for funeral costs, lost future income, and emotional suffering. We handle all legal complexities with sensitivity so families can focus on healing while we fight for their rights.
