Middle Georgia puts roughly 510,000 people on a network of two-lane state routes, aging county roads, and one of the busiest freight corridors in the Southeast — the I-75/I-16 interchange outside Macon. That combination produces a steady volume of motor vehicle collisions, workplace accidents at distribution centers and Robins Air Force Base, and slip-and-fall incidents at commercial properties throughout Bibb, Houston, Baldwin, and the surrounding counties. Georgia operates on a modified comparative negligence standard, meaning you can recover damages only if you are less than 50 percent at fault, and the state’s two-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims starts running the day you get hurt. The five firms below focus on personal injury across Middle Georgia, were verified through their own business websites, and confirmed to be currently active.
1. Gautreaux Law — Macon
Gautreaux Law is led by Jarome Gautreaux, who brings over two decades of personal injury trial experience and has recovered over $100 million for clients. He authored “Injury and Accident Cases in Georgia” and co-authored “Georgia Law of Torts, Trial Preparation & Practice.” He teaches Torts at the law school level. His partner David Cooke is a former District Attorney. Attorney Griffin Green rounds out the team. The firm has been named National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Super Lawyers, Avvo 10.0, and Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent. Notable results include a $12 million product liability recovery, $10.5 million auto accident settlement, and $4.85 million trucking accident recovery.
Practice areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle wrecks, wrongful death, medical malpractice, premises liability, nursing home negligence, construction injuries, sexual abuse.
Address: Macon, GA
Phone: (478) 238-9758
Website: gautreauxlawfirm.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours; free consultations available
2. Adams, Jordan & Herrington — Macon / Milledgeville / Albany
Adams, Jordan & Herrington has represented injury victims in Macon for decades and reports millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts. The firm carries a Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished rating and received the Client Champion award in 2026. Five attorneys staff three offices: Virgil Adams handles catastrophic injury and wrongful death, Jimmy Jordan focuses on auto collisions and medical malpractice, and Caroline Herrington — a partner since 2013 — secured a $2.5 million wrongful death arbitration verdict against a hospital in 2022. Ashley Pitts concentrates on tractor-trailer litigation, and Cedric Davis covers personal injury, wrongful death, and product liability. The firm’s VA accidents practice is directly relevant to the Robins AFB community.
Practice areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, construction accidents, bicycle/pedestrian accidents, VA accidents, dog bites, premises liability.
Address: Macon, GA; Milledgeville, GA; Albany, GA
Phone: (478) 743-2159
Website: adamsjordan.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours
3. Reynolds, Horne & Survant — Macon
Reynolds, Horne & Survant is founded by W. Carl Reynolds, who has been representing plaintiffs since 1970 and was voted Georgia Trial Lawyer of the Year in 1999 by the American Board of Trial Advocates. The firm reports verdicts and settlements exceeding $500 million. The team includes eight attorneys. They handle car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, medical malpractice, products liability, plane crashes, nursing home negligence, and premises liability. They also host LawCall on 13WMAZ every Sunday night.
Practice areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, medical malpractice, products liability, plane crashes, nursing home negligence, premises liability, mediation.
Address: Macon, GA
Phone: (478) 405-0300
Website: reynoldsinjurylaw.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours; free consultations
4. Brodie Law Group — Macon
Brodie Law Group was founded in 2007 by Ashley Brodie, a University of Georgia and Georgia State University College of Law graduate who began her career handling civil litigation for Macon/Bibb County. Her husband Sean Brodie is also an attorney with the firm. They operate three offices — Macon (headquarters at 4580 Sheraton Drive, off I-75 at Exit 171), Gray, and Milledgeville. The firm handles personal injury with a litigation-first approach, preparing every case as if it will go to trial. In 2025, Brodie Law Group added a dedicated Family Law Division. They also handle criminal defense cases throughout Middle Georgia.
Practice areas: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle wrecks, slip and fall, wrongful death, personal injury, family law, divorce, child custody.
Address: 4580 Sheraton Dr, Macon, GA 31210
Phone: (478) 239-2780
Website: brodielawgroup.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours
5. Prine Law Group — Macon
Prine Law Group was founded in 2007 and has three attorneys with 38 combined years of practice. In addition to criminal defense, the firm handles personal injury including car accidents, truck accidents, and workers’ compensation cases. Notable results include a $2 million tractor-trailer recovery and a $930,000 truck wreck settlement (initial offer was $27,000). Over 85 five-star reviews. Practice limited to Middle Georgia.
Practice areas: Personal injury, car accidents, truck accidents, workers’ compensation, criminal defense.
Address: Macon, GA
Phone: (478) 257-6333
Website: prinelaw.com
Hours: Mon-Fri, office hours; free consultations
FAQ
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Georgia?
Georgia’s statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is two years from the date of injury. For wrongful death, the family has two years from the date of death. If a government entity is involved — for example a City of Macon vehicle or a Houston County property — different notice requirements apply, typically requiring a written claim within 12 months. Missing the deadline means your case is permanently barred, regardless of how strong it is. Do not wait until the deadline approaches to consult an attorney.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in Middle Georgia?
Nearly all personal injury firms in the region work on contingency, meaning you pay nothing upfront and the attorney takes a percentage of the recovery — typically 33 percent if the case settles before trial and 40 percent if it goes to trial. Case costs (filing fees, medical record requests, expert witnesses) are usually advanced by the firm and deducted from the settlement. If there is no recovery, you owe nothing. Always confirm the fee structure in writing before signing a retainer.
What should I do immediately after an accident in Middle Georgia?
Call 911 and get a police report filed. Seek medical attention within 24 to 48 hours even if you feel fine — adrenaline masks injuries and gaps in treatment give insurance adjusters ammunition to deny claims. Photograph the scene, your injuries, and all vehicles involved. Exchange insurance information but do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company. Contact an attorney before accepting any settlement offer. First offers from insurers are almost always below the actual value of the claim.