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Michael W. Horst

Michael W. Horst

Horst Shewmaker, LLC
  • Personal Injury, Insurance Claims
  • Georgia
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Biography

I grew up in Toledo, Ohio. I went to college at Miami (OH) University. I then went to Wake Forest University School of Law.

I have been practicing law since 2001. For more than 14 years, my practice focused on representing companies and insurers in personal injury actions. My specialty was defending truck drivers, motor carriers, and their insurers. I enjoyed the legal work the cases’ results often left me empty and unfulfilled. In 2015, I transformed my practice. Instead of representing companies and insurers, I changed to filing lawsuits against them. I now enjoys being part of the solution instead of one of the many obstacles standing between the injured person and just compensation. It is hard work for sure going up against billion dollar insurance companies but it is made easier by the fact I used to be one of their lawyers. I know their tactics, their strategies, and their ploys.

Practice Areas
    Personal Injury
    Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
    Insurance Claims
    Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
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  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Georgia
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Trial attorney and managing partner
Horst Shewmaker, LLC
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Trial Attorney
Van Sant Law, LLC
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Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC
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Hall Booth Smith & Slover, PC
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Dennis, Corry, Porter & Smith, L.L.P.
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Associate
Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP
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Education
Wake Forest University School of Law
J.D. | Law
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Miami University of Ohio
B.S. | Bachelor of Arts and Science
Honors: Graduated cum laude
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Professional Associations
State Bar of Georgia
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Articles & Publications
Crash Course
Smart Business
Personal Injury Statute of Limitations: Tolled While Criminal Prosecution is Pending
Georgia Defense Lawyers Association Journal
Speaking Engagements
Georgia Transportation Law, Legal Conference on Changes in the Law, Denver, CO
Continental Casualty Company
Certifications
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United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
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United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia
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United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
Videos
After a car accident there are some legal and medical processes that need to play out before you get paid. We'll take you through a few different scenarios and explain how your situation might effect the timing of your settlement. How long does it take to get settlement money

After a car accident there are some legal and medical processes that need to play out before you get paid. We'll take you through a few different scenarios and explain how your situation might effect the timing of your settlement.

We discuss the impact a car accident will have on your insurance premiums - even if you are not at fault. Will insurance rates go up after an accident

We discuss the impact a car accident will have on your insurance premiums - even if you are not at fault.

Find out how long after an accident you can wait and still file a claim or sue in Georgia. Can I still sue for my car accident?

Find out how long after an accident you can wait and still file a claim or sue in Georgia.

Learn who pays your medical bills when the other driver is at fault. How to get your medical bills paid after a car accident

Learn who pays your medical bills when the other driver is at fault.

Dealing with insurance companies is rarely fun - especially after a car accident. In this video, we'll breakdown: - What to expect - What you should say - What you should avoid discussing What to say to insurance companies after a car accident

Dealing with insurance companies is rarely fun - especially after a car accident. In this video, we'll breakdown: - What to expect - What you should say - What you should avoid discussing

There are important steps you should take immediately following a car accident.  1) Call 911 and notify the operator if medical assistance is needed 2) Avoid discussing details with the other driver 3) When the police officer arrives, provide him or her with the requested documentation  4) Be truthful with the police officer but stick to the facts 5) Request medical assistance if you are hurt 6) Contact your insurance company 7) Contact an attorney What to do at the scene of an accident

There are important steps you should take immediately following a car accident. 1) Call 911 and notify the operator if medical assistance is needed 2) Avoid discussing details with the other driver 3) When the police officer arrives, provide him or her with the requested documentation 4) Be truthful with the police officer but stick to the facts 5) Request medical assistance if you are hurt 6) Contact your insurance company 7) Contact an attorney

Understand the different steps of the legal process you'll face following a car accident Legal Process Following a Car Accident

Understand the different steps of the legal process you'll face following a car accident

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60 Questions Answered
Q. What is ligon v bartis
A: Ligon v. Bartis involved a personal injury matter which ultimately made its way to the Georgia Court of Appeals - twice.

The first decision was handed down in 2000. The case cite is Ligon v. Bartis, 243 Ga. App. 328, 530 S.E.2d 773 (2000). The issue at hand pertained to a motion to enforce a settlement agreement. The Court of Appeals held that the parties had a binding settlement despite the fact that one of the attorneys may have acted without his client's authorization in entering into the settlement.

The second decision was handed down in 2002. The case cite is Ligon v. Bartis, 254 Ga. App. 154, 561 S.E.2d 831 (2002). In this second decision, the litigant who lost in the 2000 case (Ligon) attempted to litigate the same issues. The Court of Appeals was not having it. The Court noted its earlier ruling was binding, and Ligon was prohibited from relitigating his claims. The Court discussed it could have imposed frivolous appeal penalties but it declined to do so. ... Read More
Q. Can I sue a Dr or hospital for pain and suffering after I settled a medical malpractice lawsuit against them?
A: Once a case settles, the claimant (i.e., the person who was injured) signs a release. In that release, all claims against the party(ies) who caused the injury are extinguished including the claim for pain and suffering. Consequently, you may not sue a doctor or hospital for pain and suffering after you have settled and signed a release.
Q. If one of my adult children caused an accident and someone was killed, could my assets be at risk?
A: No. If you did not own the vehicle your child was driving, only your child's assets will be at risk. The insurance limits will certainly be in play to compensate the deceased individual's family, and I would expect all $1.5 m to be paid out. It is also worth noting this wreck may result in higher insurance premiums for you going forward, but your personal assets are not at risk since it was your adult child who caused the harm (and owned the vehicle).
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