Jean Johnson specializes in representing plaintiffs against those who have caused harm to others resulting in serious personal injury or death. He has held an AV peer rating through Martindale-Hubbell* for over 40 years.
Jean holds Bachelor of Business Administration and Juris Doctor degrees from University of Georgia. He is past President of the Cobb County Trial Lawyers section, past President of the Cobb County Bar Association, and past member of the State Bar of Georgia Board of Governors.
Jean is a life member of the Cobb County Bar Association, member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, a founding fellow of the Southern Trial Lawyers Association, and a member of the American Association for Justice.
The firm's concentration is in serious and catastrophic injuries and death caused by medical, hospital and nursing home negligence, automobile and trucking negligence, defective products and premises liability.
Mr. Johnson occasionally associates other attorneys known to him to have special expertise in certain aspects of a case which may enhance recovery potential for the client.

*AV, BV, and CV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties, Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions and members of the Bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories-legal ability and general ethical standards.

Tractor-Trailer Cases

The following are examples of successful resolutions by Jean Johnson as lead or sole counsel for his clients:

• $7,800,000 settlement involving a tractor-trailer crossing the I-20 median in Alabama and colliding head on with another tractor-trailer, resulting in permanent brain injury to client.
• $1,150,000 settlement for death caused by combined negligence of two drivers, one of which was driver of a tractor-trailer (Cobb County, GA).
• $1,015,000 settlement for wrongful death on I-20 caused by tractor-trailer driver falling asleep and rear-ending a vehicle in which the deceased was a passenger (Carroll County, GA).
• $1,000,000 settlement for death caused by tailgating by tractor-trailer (Gwinnett County, GA).
• $1,000,000 settlement for death caused by truck running over motorcycle operator (Cobb County, GA).
• $950,000 settlement for client suffering serious permanent injuries resulting from tractor-trailer impacting the rear of vehicle (Tift County, GA).
• $900,000 settlement for permanent injuries caused by driver of truck falling asleep and rear-ending vehicle (Cobb County, GA).
• $840,000 settlement for death caused by excessive speed of tractor-trailer on I-75 (Cobb County, GA).
• $650,000 settlement for wrongful death caused by truck sideswiping pedestrian walking along side of road (Barrow County, GA).
• $450,000 settlement for back injury of client rear-ended by tractor-trailer (Henry County, GA).
• $300,000 settlement for neck injury caused by side-swipe.

Medical Malpractice

The following are examples of successful resolutions by Jean Johnson as lead or sole counsel for his clients:

• $3,500,000 settlement for hospital and doctor medical malpractice due to failure to administer correct medication resulting in brain damage.
• $3,000,000 settlement for client suffering brain damage after physician’s negligent intubation attempt.
• $2,000,000 settlement for negligent performance of bariatric surgery resulting in death.
• $1,500,000 settlement for death of patient due to lack of proper subsequent care from doctor and hospital staff.
• $1,300,000 settlement for negligent intubation of patient resulting in death.
• $1,250,000 settlement for permanent injury caused as a result of botched penile implant procedure.
• $825,000 settlement for client due to physician’s lack of subsequent care resulting in dehydration and death.
• $825,000 settlement for hospital medical malpractice in death of 84-year-old due to failure to properly monitor.
• $725,000 settlement for blindness in eye caused by ophthalmologist’s failure to properly treat orbital cellulitis.
• $500,000 settlement for client who was dropped by hospital staff and suffered a fractured hip.
• $400,000 settlement for negligence of a hospital and doctor resulting in client receiving burns to his head during an operative procedure.
• $400,000 settlement for cancer misdiagnosis.
• $250,000 settlement for hospital medical malpractice due to failure to attend patient resulting in fall and fractured leg.

Personal Injury

The following are examples of successful resolutions by Jean Johnson as lead or sole counsel for his clients:

• $4,000,000 settlement for wrongful death caused by head-on collision by truck driver texting while driving.
• $1,400,000 verdict for fractured leg caused by vehicle sideswiping motorcycle being operated by client.
• $1,200,000 settlement for client who suffered Hepatitis C as a result of food contamination at a local restaurant which required liver transplant.
• $1,000,000 settlement for personal injury to two minor children in head-on collision by truck.
• $1,000,000 settlement for death due to defective automobile part resulting in collision with deceased’s vehicle.
• $500,000 settlement for the children of deceased who died as a result of a fall due to failure to have safety harness in place at work site.
• $500,000 settlement for client who suffered fractured hip as a result of head-on collision.
• $450,000 settlement for client who suffered a fractured leg from slipping on water in a grocery store.
• $300,000 settlement for eye injury caused by exercise equipment.
• $140,000 settlement for eye injury to minor child; school bus driver negligent in ramming residential gates.
• $120,000 settlement for slip and fall knee injury.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Do I need a lawyer?

Answer: Only by consultation with a licensed attorney can you be assured about this. One thing is for certain. If you have been injured by the actions of others, the insurance company who may have to pay the claim would much rather you not hire a lawyer. Jean Johnson is happy to consult with you and give you an honest opinion about your potential case.

Question: Aren't all lawyers the same?

Answer: As in all professions, there is a wide range of experience and ability with attorneys. Your selection of an attorney is an important one. Ask your family and friends for a referral. Believe it or not, some lawyers advertise for personal injury cases with no intention of ever taking your case to trial. If a quick settlement cannot be attained, these lawyers will refer your case to a lawyer with trial experience. The insurance companies know who is willing (and able) to try a case and settlement offers are adjusted accordingly.

Question: How much is my case worth?

Answer: It depends. Be wary of attorneys or their representatives who make promises as to the "worth" of your claim. We will advise you if at any point it is believed that your case is not economically viable. A lawsuit is a serious matter, not a lottery ticket. Your case will be evaluated and you will receive a professional opinion that you can rely upon in your decisions.

Question: How can I have you evaluate my case?

Answer: It is easy. Simply call 770-427-8466. An initial consultation will be scheduled. If we are able to accept your case, we will promptly get to work upon your signing of our Attorney Services Agreement.

Firm Policy

It is the policy of this firm to offer free consultation to evaluate your injury case. We undertake our investigations without placing a financial burden on you. Through our contingent fee agreement, we advance all litigation expenses and are reimbursed only when your case is settled or tried to verdict. If your case is not won, we will bear all litigation costs.