Recent Blog Posts
Buzzell, Welsh & Hill Voted “Best of Middle Georgia” Silver Winner!
We’re honored to share that Buzzell, Welsh & Hill has been voted the Silver Winner for Best Personal Injury Law Firm in the 2025 Best of Middle Georgia awards! More than 341,000 votes were cast this year, and we’re grateful to everyone who took the time to support us—especially our clients, friends, and neighbors… Read More »
How BWH Fought on Behalf of a Teen in a Work-Related Accident
When an older teen in Gray, GA, was involved in a work-related car accident, Sam Joyce fought to get him the compensation and justice he deserved. How a Pizza Delivery Cost a Teen in Gray $70,000+ in Medical Bills The teen was working at a popular pizza chain in Gray, GA, when he was… Read More »
What to Do if Your Employer Is Exempt From Workers’ Compensation
Being injured on the job is traumatic, and finding out your employer doesn’t carry workers’ compensation can feel even more devastating. But you still have legal options, and there are pathways to seek the financial support you need during recovery. If you’re uncertain whether your employer is exempt or just avoiding the law, consult… Read More »
A Dog Bite in Irwin County Turned into a Fight for Justice
A dog with a history of violence attacked a man in Irwin County. Chad Ethridge of Buzzell, Welsh & Hill fought hard to get him the coverage he deserved. A Dog Attack in His Own Backyard An Irwin County sheriff’s deputy was enjoying the day in his backyard when a neighbor’s pit bull broke… Read More »
Am I Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
After getting hurt at work, it’s important to determine your eligibility for workers’ compensation. Generally, eligible cases involve injuries or illnesses that are directly caused by your job duties, such as equipment-related injuries, lifting injuries, or exposure to harmful substances. However, injuries sustained during commutes, off-the-clock breaks, or during horseplay at work typically don’t… Read More »
A Negligent Security Case in Macon Led to a $750K Settlement
When a fight broke out late in the night at a restaurant in Macon, GA, an innocent bystander ended up getting shot. He survived the incident, but the injuries were severe. Chad Ethridge of Buzzell, Welsh & Hill worked diligently for months to prove how the late-night eatery’s history of negligence in securing their… Read More »
What Are Workers’ Compensation Benefits? And Other FAQs
Workers’ compensation benefits provide critical financial support and medical coverage for workers who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses. Benefits include coverage for medical expenses, lost wages, partial disability, vocational rehabilitation, and even death expenses. Claiming benefits requires you to promptly report injuries, seek medical attention, and file the appropriate paperwork. It’s best to hire… Read More »
Samuel Joyce Named “Top 40 Under 40” by the National Trial Lawyers
Buzzell, Welsh & Hill is proud to announce that attorney Samuel Joyce has been selected by The National Trial Lawyers as a 2025 Top 40 under 40 Trial Lawyer in the state of Georgia. This recognition is reserved for a select group of attorneys who demonstrate exceptional leadership, trial skills, and dedication to their… Read More »
Joshua A. Carroll Elected President of the GTLA
Buzzell, Welsh & Hill is thrilled to announce that one of our partners, Joshua A. Carroll, has been elected the 70th president of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA). Josh was officially sworn in as president for 2025-26 on Friday, April 25, at the GTLA President’s Gala, a featured event capping the association’s two-day… Read More »
How BWH Got Insurance to Pay for a Wreck-Related Injury
At a busy and tricky intersection in Macon, a collision led to shoulder issues for the victim in the case. While the at-fault driver’s insurance disputed the liability of the wreck and claimed the victim’s injury was pre-existing, Buzzell, Welsh & Hill attorney Chad Ethridge fought for his client to get the compensation he… Read More »