Morgan & Morgan is one of the largest law firms in the southeastern United States. Based out of Atlanta, we are Georgia personal injury trial lawyers who fight for the rights of consumers in Richmond. The experienced trial lawyers at Morgan & Morgan serve all of Georgia, including the 17 cities in Richmond. If you have suffered a serious accident or injury in Richmond County, Georgia, simply fill out the short form on this page for a free case evaluation.

From workers' compensation claims in Richmond to personal injuries suffered in Augusta, the Atlanta trial lawyers with Morgan & Morgan have the resources and experience to protect the rights of accident victims thoughout the county. Common personal injury claims in Richmond include car accidents, workers compensation claims, and medical malpractice cases. If you have suffered an injury due to the negligence of another person or persons in Richmond County, Atlanta, or any other part of Georgia, contact us today to have your case reviewed for free.

The following is the most recent car accident information for Richmond, provided by the Atlanta, Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety.

There were 83 traffic accidents in Richmond that involved pedestrians. Of these, 74 involved injuries, and 6 fatalities resulted. Of the 9630 car crashes in Richmond, 2913 people were injured and 39 died. There were also 468 car accidents in Richmond that were the results of speeding. Among these accidents, 7 people died and 179 suffered injuries. If you have suffered an injury in a car accident in Richmond, our Georgia auto accident lawyers may be able to help. Fill out the form on this page for a free case evaluation today.

Augusta-Richmond County Information

Richmond County was created in 1777. Originally including Columbia, Glascock and McDuffie counties, plus parts of Warren and Jefferson counties, Richmond County was named for the Duke of Richmond, a British defender of the colonists' cause. It was first known as the Parish of St. Paul.

Located in Richmond County, Augusta was the capital of Georgia from 1785 to 1795, and is the second oldest city in Georgia. The city was named for the Princess of Wales.

Also in Richmond County, Hephzibah is one of Georgia's oldest settlements and was originally the home of the Uchee Indians.

In 1995, voters in Augusta and Richmond County agreed to consolidate the city and county governments. Augusta, GA is the third consolidated government in the state.

The Augusta Canal, completed in 1846 and still in use, is a rare example of a canal built for industrial power supply purposes. The canal played a critical role in Augusta's growth during the textile era.

Riverwalk Augusta offers pedestrian access to the Savannah River from a public plaza. The Morris Museum of Art, located in Augusta, GA, has the largest collection of Southern Art in the world.

Other attractions include: National Science Center Fort Discovery, Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, Augusta Golf and Gardens and the Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson.

Augusta is the home of the famed Augusta National Country Club and the Masters Golf Tournament, one of men's golf's four "majors". The Fort Gordon Military Reservation is also located in Augusta, GA.

Annual events include: Boshears Skyfest, River Blast July 4th Celebration, Arts in the Heart of Augusta, Sacred Heart Garden Festival, and Garden City Music Festival.