Overview

Eric leads the firm’s Workers' Compensation Practice, advising employers and insurers on claims prevention and litigation strategies across multiple states.

With decades of experience defending workers' compensation claims, Eric handles litigation at administrative law hearings and throughout all levels of court. His practice includes protecting and pursuing subrogation interests and securing reimbursements from the Subsequent Injury Trust Fund. Eric is known for his proactive approach, believing that claims require prompt, aggressive litigation or creative resolutions to ensure they are successfully closed.

In addition to his litigation work, Eric regularly advises clients on how to minimize exposure and prevent claims. He is a frequent speaker at seminars and symposiums on workers' compensation topics, offering insights for continuing education credits for claims adjusters.

Eric’s extensive experience and results-oriented approach make him a trusted advisor to employers and insurers navigating the complexities of workers' compensation law. His leadership of the firm’s practice ensures that clients receive practical, effective counsel in managing claims and minimizing future risks.

Approved CE Courses for Georgia Workers' Compensation Adjusters

  • Top 10 Adjuster Mistakes in Georgia Workers' Compensation (1 CEU)
  • Top 10 Legal Defenses for Georgia Workers' Compensation (1 CEU)


Honors & Recognition

  • Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® for Workers' Compensation Law - Employers (2024-2026)
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence

About Me

Eric is married with two children, and he knows if he wins any argument with them it's solely because they "let him win". 

Credentials

Education

Emory University School of Law

  • J.D., 1997

State University of New York at Albany

  • B.A., 1994

Media

Professional & Civic Associations

Professional

  • American Bar Association
  • National Association of Professional Employer Organizations (NAPEO)
  • State Bar of Georgia
  • Georgia Defense Lawyers Association
  • Atlanta Bar Association
  • Bar Section of Workers’ Compensation
  • Georgia Employers' Workers' Compensation Association 

Admissions

  • Georgia, 1997
  • New Jersey, 1997
  • Georgia Supreme Court
  • Georgia Court of Appeals 

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