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 Douglas. The experienced trial lawyers at Morgan & Morgan serve all of Georgia, including the 6 cities in Douglas. If you have suffered a serious accident or injury in Douglas County, Georgia, simply fill out the short form on this page for a free case evaluation.

From workers' compensation claims in Douglas to personal injuries suffered in Douglasville, 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 Douglas 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 Douglas 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 Douglas, provided by the Atlanta, Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety.

There were 21 traffic accidents in Douglas that involved pedestrians. Of these, 17 involved injuries, and 2 fatalities resulted. Of the 5052 car crashes in Douglas, 2057 people were injured and 21 died. There were also 383 car accidents in Douglas that were the results of speeding. Among these accidents, 8 people died and 319 suffered injuries. If you have suffered an injury in a car accident in Douglas, our Georgia auto accident lawyers may be able to help. Fill out the form on this page for a free case evaluation today.

Douglas County Information

Douglas County was formed from parts of Carroll and old Campbell counties plus a small section of the original Cherokee County.

The county was named after Stephen A. Douglas, a U.S. Congressman and rival of Abraham Lincoln for the presidency. Douglasville, the county seat, was named after the county in 1875.

The area around Douglas County was settled in 1848 by Abe, Reuben and Young Vansant, three brothers from South Carolina.

Around the turn of the century, Lithia Springs was the site of a prestigious resort hotel for the nation's rich and famous. Visitors were attracted to the therapeutic mineral waters of Lithia Springs until fire destroyed the hotel in 1911.

Ceremonial mounds of the Mississippian Indians are located in the county. Other Indian artifacts and remains, such as pottery, tools, and weapons, can be found within Douglas County.