Practice areas: Personal Injury, Class Action & Mass Torts, Workers' Compensation; view more
Licensed in Georgia since: 2003
Education: Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
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A reputed personal injury attorney, Christopher Hudson established his eponymous law firm to advocate for the rights of personal injury victims. From his firm – Chris Hudson Law Group – in Augusta, Georgia, he provides service to the whole central Savannah area.
A large part of Mr. Hudson's work is devoted to multidistrict class actions and mass torts against makers of dangerous prescription drugs. His caseload also comprises complex injury litigation, catastrophic car/truck accidents, wrongful death, premises liability and workers’ compensation matters.
Mr. Hudson was brought into this world in Augusta, Georgia, and has lived nearly all his life in Columbia County. He graduated with honors from the University of Georgia in 2000 with a Bachelor of Arts in political science. In 2003, he received his Juris Doctor from the Mercer University School of Law.
During his time at the law school, Mr. Hudson’s academic performance was outstanding, placing him in the top 10% of his class upon graduation and earning him a cum laude distinction. Moreover, he functioned as the managing editor of the Mercer Law Review and was inducted into the Brainerd Currie Honor Society. He was also honored with the Faculty Award for Outstanding Achievement in Legal Writing as well as the CALI Excellence for the Future Award.
An active contributor to his community, Mr. Hudson acts as a part-time municipal court judge for various cities surrounding Augusta. Additionally, he fills the role of a part-time (uncompensated) patrol deputy with the Columbia County Sheriff's Office. Furthermore, he devotes part of his time and resources to supporting underprivileged high school students through scholarships.
Mr. Hudson has achieved noteworthy success in the field of law. He is rated 10 out of 10 on Avvo and AV Preeminent* through Martindale-Hubbell. Moreover, he was invited to join the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum in 2019.
First admitted in Georgia in 2003, Mr. Hudson is also authorized to practice in South Carolina, the District of Columbia, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court.
Mr. Hudson holds memberships in the State Bar of Georgia, the South Carolina Bar, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and the Young Lawyers of Augusta. In addition, he is a part of the Builders Association of Metro Augusta and the Mortgage Bankers Association of Georgia.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ falls into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Class Action/Mass Torts: Plaintiff, Workers' Compensation: ClaimantFocus areas
Animal Bites, Asbestos, Assault, Brain Injury, Class Actions, Construction Accident, Dram Shop Laws, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff, Slip and Fall, Toxic Torts, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 80% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
- 10% Class Action/Mass Torts: Plaintiff
- 10% Workers' Compensation: Claimant
First Admitted: 2003, Georgia
Professional Webpage: https://www.chrishudsonlaw.com/our-team/christopher-hudson/
Bar/Professional Activity:
- Georgia, 2003
- Augusta Mortgage Banker’s Association, Member
- Builders’ Association of Metro Augusta, Member
- Young Lawyers of Augusta
- Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
- State Bar of South Carolina
- Member, District of Columbia Bar, 2021
- Member, State Bar of Georgia, 2004
- Member, State Bar of Georgia, 2003
- Augusta Bar Association, 2016
Verdicts/Settlements (Case Results):
- Chris recovered $1,000,000.00 for the wife of a police officer after she was involved in a t-bone collision on William Few Parkway in Columbia County, Georgia. The client sustained a broken left clavicle, several cuts and abrasions, as well as neck and back pain., 2022
- Chris recovered $1,250,000.00 for a motorcyclist who was injured in a motor vehicle accident. , 2023
- Chris recovered $1,250,000.00 for a 26 year old gentleman who was involved in a motorcycle accident. The client sustained multiple facial fractures and required two surgeries. This award was impressive because the client achieved nearly a 100 percent recovery from his injuries. , 2023
- Chris recovered $500,000.00 for the wife of a service member stationed in Augusta, Georgia, after she was involved in a t-bone collision on Lewiston Road in Columbia County, Georgia. The client sustained a lower back and right hip injury, which was initially believed to be soft tissue in nature. However, her pain symptoms became chronic and although this was a non-surgical injury, she required significant pain management treatment, including the placement of a spinal cord stimulator., 2020
- Chris recovered $425,000.00 for a client who was involved in an accident on US-278 in North Augusta, South Carolina. His client was travelling east on US-278 when a distracted driver left his lane of travel and collided head on with our client’s vehicle. As a result of the accident, our client sustained bi-lateral leg fractures which required surgery., 2020
- Chris recovered $1,250,000.00 for an 18 year old female who was the passenger in a single car accident on Washington Road in Augusta, Georgia. The client sustained multiple fractures and required surgery., 2021
- Chris obtained a jury verdict in a conservative Columbia County, Georgia, venue in the amount of $60,000.00. The medical expenses, in this case, were approximately $13,000.00, and the last offer by the insurance carrier was $15,000.00. The jury award exceeded the policy limits of $25,000.00, and because State Farm failed to meet a policy limits demand, the Carrier was required to pay the entire judgment., 2021
- Chris represented the Estate of Cassandra Roselli, as well as her next of kin, in a Wrongful Death suit arising out of an automobile accident in Augusta, Georgia. Chris recovered $1,250,000 for the Estate and next of kin., 2020
- Casablanca Mills v. Joselyn Rodriguez, State Court of Richmond County, Civil Action No.: 2012RCSC1558. On March 10, 2015, Christopher Hudson and co-counsel received a significant damage award for a client who was injured following a rear-end collision. This was a two-day trial, and after two hours of deliberations, the jury returned a verdict in favor of the Plaintiff and awarded $600,000.00, which was reduced by 35% due to apportionment. Chris and co-counsel then filed a bad faith lawsuit against Mr. Mill's UM Carrier and recovered damages in a confidential settlement. This suit arose out of the insurer's failure to pay their limits prior pursuant to a pre-suit UM demand., 2015
- Stephen Mann v. Agnes Bradford: Chris Hudson settled a car accident claim for $180,000.00 following a vehicle collision that resulted in the claimant requring a cervical discectomy. Damages were disputed insofar as the plaintiff had a pre-existing condition., 2017
- Crystal Gibson v. AMI Kids, Inc. & Travelers' Insurance Company: Chris Hudson and his team negotiated a substantial settlement totaling $850,000.00 in benefits in Augusta for a teacher who sustained a back injury while on the job. The teacher was injured in May 4, 2011, following an incident where she twisted her back while attempting to catch a milk carton. This worker underwent multiple back surgeries following this injury and initially handled the claim on her own "pro se." However, after years of getting pushed around by the insurance company handling her claim, this injured worker retained Chris Hudson in November of 2017., 2018
- Chris Hudson settled a tractor-trailer wreck case for $280,000.00 for a young lady (18 yrs old) who sustained a femor fracture as a result of the driver's negligence., 2018
- Latricia Broughan v. Cynthia Harris Brett: Chris hudson settled a car accident claim for the policy limits of $600,000.00. This case involved a lady who sustained a left humeral shaft fracture and a left sacral zone two fracture, requiring an open reduction and internal fixation of her humerous., 2018
- Manolo Salas v. El Taqoria & Travelers' Insurance Company: Chris Hudson settled a workers' compensation claim for $206,250.00 involving an undocumented immigrant who sustained full and partial thickness burns over approximately 20% of his body while working as a cook. Chris negotiated this settlement despite the claimant having a low compensation rate., 2018
Videos:
- In a split-second, a serious injury could change your life forever. Whether you were struck while driving on the numerous dangerous roads and intersections in Georgia, or hurt in an accident on the job, you need full compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and potential future disability., Client Testimonial #2, Legal, 2020
- From the moment you contact Chris Hudson & Associates to represent your case, you get a roadmap that outlines precisely what you can expect. You can sit back and focus on recovering from your injuries with confidence that your claim is being handled in the right way., Client Testimonial #1 | Chris Hudson & Associates, Legal, 2020
- https://www.chrishudsonlaw.com - Personal Injury Lawyer Augusta GA Chris Hudson & Associates 3683 Wheeler Rd, Ste A Augusta, GA 30909 (706) 863-6600 - Call today for a free Consultation Christopher Hudson is an Augusta Personal Injury Lawyer. Getting hurt on the job, depending on the type of injury sustained, can affect your earning potential and future prospects for the rest of your life. This is a serious problem that many Americans face every year, and should be taken seriously. Being injured at work is often a sign of negligence on the part of the employer, who could be guilty of harboring unsafe working conditions for his or her employees. There are many possible factors at play, and each should be considered carefully. If you have sustained a serious injury and can no longer work, a Augusta personal injury lawyer can help you gather the restitution you'll need to support yourself. If you require an accident lawyer in Augusta, you need the Augusta injury law firm that can offer personalized, compassionate advice and counsel and work tirelessly to achieve the best possible result for you. Attorney Hudson successfully recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients in Augusta personal injury settlements, awards and jury verdicts. If you or a loved one have been harmed as the result of someone's negligence or wrongful conduct, please contact Augusta personal injury attorney, Christopher Hudson to schedule an initial consultation. Settlements from law suits can number in the millions, especially if your injury is permanent and debilitating., Chris Hudson & Associates - Augusta Personal Injury Law Firm, Legal, 2020
Special Licenses/Certifications:
- Chris completed his annual ICLE and ICJE requirements., 2021
- Chris completed his annual ICLE and ICJE requirements., 2023
- Chris completed his annual ICLE and ICJE requirements., 2022
- Peace Officer Certification, Georgia Police Officers Safety and Training Council., 2021
- Chris completed his annual ICLE and ICJE requirements., 2020
- Chris completed his annual ICLE and ICJE requirements., 2019
- Chris completed his annual ICLE and ICJE requirements., 2018
- Chris completed his annual CLE and ICJE requirements., 2017
- Chris completed his annual CLE and ICJE requirements., 2016
- Chris completed his annual CLE and ICJE requirements., 2015
- Chris completed his annual CLE and ICLE requirements., 2014
- Chris completed the courses necessary to sit as a municipal court judge following his appointment to the bench in Blythe, Wrens, Waynesboro, and Stapleton, Georgia., 2013
- Chris successfully completed the courses required to sit as a magistrate judge following his appointment in 2012., 2012
- Chris is also licensed to practice law in South Carolina., 2004
Pro bono/Community Service:
- Chris remains active in the community by serving as a reserve (unpaid) sheriff's deputy with the Columbia County, Georgia, Sheriff's Office. , 2023
- Chris Hudson's non-profit Foundation, "Chris Hudson Foundation, Inc." provided $2500.00 scholarships to two underprivileged rising college freshman., 2023
- Chris continued to serve his community in his capacity as a part time reserve patrol deputy with the Burke County Sheriff's Office. Chris moved his service to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office in August of 2022. During 2022, Chris donated approximately 400 hours of service to these agencies. Chris does not receive compensation from the Sheriff's Office for his services. , 2022
- Chris Hudson's non-profit Foundation, "Chris Hudson Foundation, Inc." provided five $2500.00 scholarships to underprivileged incoming college freshman., 2022
- Chris is active in his community and continues to serve as a unpaid reserve patrol deputy with the Burke County Sheriff's Office in Georgia. Chris gives approximately 32 hours per month to the community serving in this capacity., 2021
- In 2020, Chris Hudson attended the 11-week Georgia Police Academy and received his certificate to become a peace officer by the Georgia Police Officers Safety Training Council. In his spare time, Chris serves as a part-time reserve sheriff's deputy with the Burke County, Georgia, Sheriff's Office., 2021
- Chris Hudson's non-profit Foundation, "Chris Hudson Foundation, Inc." provided five $2500.00 scholarships to underprivileged incoming college freshman., 2021
- Chris founded The Chris Hudson Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The purpose of the foundation is to provide scholarships to underprivileged high school seniors who have been accepted into college. In the Foundation's first year, $2,500.00 scholarships were awarded to two students in the Augusta, Georgia area., 2020
- Chris assisted the Sheriff of Columbia County in fundraising for the Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes., 2019
- Chris assisted the Sheriff of Columbia County in fundraising for the Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes., 2014
- Chris founded The Chris Hudson Foundation, Inc., a Georgia non-profit 501 (c) (3) corporation for the purposes of providing college scholarships to underprivileged high school seniors. In the spring of 2020, Chris gave four $2,500.00 scholarships. Chris is planning several fundraising events in 2020 so that he can increase the number of scholarships in 2021 to ten $2,500.00 scholarships., 2020
- Williams v. Taylor; Columbia County Superior Court, Civil Action No. 2015D0186. Turner v. Turner; Columbia County Superior Court, Civil Action No. 2015D1143. Chris devoted approximately 100 hours to pro-bono service involving domestic cases., 2015
- Chris assisted the Sheriff of Columbia County in fundraising for the Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes., 2015
- Chris assisted the Sheriff of Columbia County in fundraising for the Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes., 2016
- Turner v. Turner; Columbia County Superior Court, Civil Action No. 2015D1143; Black v. Black, Columbia County Superior Court: Civil Action No. 2016D0535: Chris devoted approximately 100 hours to pro-bono service involving domestic cases., 2016
- Milburn v. Jackson; Columbia County Superior Court, Civil Action No. 2017D0753. Black v. Black, Columbia County Superior Court, Civil Action No. 2016D0535: Chris devoted approximately 100 hours toward pro bono services involving domestic cases., 2017
- Chris assisted the Sheriff of Columbia County in fundraising for the Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes., 2017
- Chris assisted the Sheriff of Columbia County in fundraising for the Georgia Sheriffs' Youth Homes., 2018
- Chris devoted approximately 100 hours to pro-bono service involving domestic cases., 2018
Honors/Awards:
- Avvo 10 Rating, avvo.com, 2023
- Preeminent AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2023
- Chris was invited to participate in an exclusive mastermind group that includes approximately 50 preeminent lawyers from around the Country., Member, Crisp X Game Changers Mastermind Group, Crisp Video Group, Inc., 2020
- Recognized by Avvo as a Top Attorney., Avvo rating 10, Avvo.com, 2020
- MILLION DOLLAR ADVOCATES FORUMMULTI-MILLION DOLLAR ADVOCATES FORUM Established in 1993, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum (which includes the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum) is one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Its members have won million, multi-million and billion-dollar cases. The organization was created by a California trial lawyer to serve two essential purposes. First, to recognize the skills, experience and accomplishments of trial lawyers who had won large and complex cases. Second, to provide a national network of experienced colleagues who handle such cases, to facilitate information exchange, local assistance and case referrals. The organization was created and membership invitations were sent to a number of trial lawyers throughout the country who had won million and multi-million dollar cases. Membership invitations are now sent only to attorneys who objectively appear to be qualified, including those whose names have been proposed from case reports and nominations of current members. Other attorneys who are qualified may apply for membership. Membership requires completion, review and approval of a detailed membership application. At the request of members, the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum was organized in 2007., Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, https://www.milliondollaradvocates.com/MEMBER-LIST-REFERRAL-DIRECTORY, 2019
- Chris Hudson was rated Lead Counsel in the area of Workers' Compensation through verified experience, peer recommendations, and a spotless records., Lead Counsel Rating, www.leadcounsel.org, 2015
- Recognized by Avvo as a Top Attorney., Avvo Rating 10, Avvo.com, 2015
- Peer rated for the highest level of professional excellence., Preeminent AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2015
- Chris Hudson was rated Lead Counsel in the area of Workers' Compensation through verified experience, peer recommendations, and a spotless records., Lead Counsel Rating, www.leadcounsel.org, 2016
- Recognized by Avvo as a Top Attorney., Avvo Rating 10, Avvo.com, 2016
- Peer rated for the highest level of professional excellence., Preeminent AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2016
- Chris Hudson was rated Lead Counsel in the area of Workers' Compensation through verified experience, peer recommendations, and a spotless records., Lead Counsel Rating, www.leadcounsel.org, 2017
- Chris Hudson was rated Lead Counsel in the area of Workers' Compensation through verified experience, peer recommendations, and a spotless records., Lead Counsel Rating, www.leadcounsel.org, 2017
- Peer rated for the highest level of professional excellence., Preeminent AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2017
- Recognized by Avvo as a Top Attorney., Avvo Rating 10, Avvo.com, 2017
- Chris Hudson was rated Lead Counsel in the area of Workers' Compensation through verified experience, peer recommendations, and a spotless records., Lead Counsel Rating, www.leadcounsel.org, 2018
- Recognized by Avvo as a Top Attorney., Avvo Rating 10, Avvo.com, 2018
- Recognized by Avvo as a Top Attorney., Avvo Rating 10, Avvo.com, 2018
- Peer rated for the highest level of professional excellence., Preeminent AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2018
- Peer rated for the highest level of professional excellence., Preeminent AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2019
- Chris Hudson was rated Lead Counsel in the area of Workers' Compensation through verified experience, peer recommendations, and a spotless records., Lead Counsel Rating, www.leadcounsel.org, 2019
- Recognized by Avvo as a Top Attorney., Avvo Rating 10, Avvo.com, 2019
- Cali Award for Law Practice Management, 2003
- Brainerd Currie Honor Society, 2003
- Cali Award for Advanced Legal Writing, 2003
Educational Background:
- University of Georgia, 2000
White Papers:
- In the second edition of his book on understanding car accident claims, Chris expands and revises his work. This book educates victims of car and truck accidents on what to expect following a car or truck accident. The book also explains the different types of insurance coverages from a layman or woman's perspective. , Understanding Automobile Accident Claims (Second Edition), Legal, 2020
- Chris wrote an extensive guide on Understanding Workers' Compensation for individuals who have suffered on the job injuries so they can develop an understanding, from a layman or woman's perspective, on filing a Workers' Compensation claim and what to expect thereafter. , Understanding Workers' Compensation, A Client's Guide (Second Edition), Georgia Workers' Compensation, 2020
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
- Chris wrote a book to assist injured victims understand the laws and processes governing car accidents and insurance claims., Author, Understanding Car Accident Claims, a Client's Guide (Second Edition), Print Edition, Georgia, Car Accident And Insurance Law, 2020
- Chris wrote a guide to educate injured workers on the laws and regulations of workers' compensation in Georgia. , Author, Workers' Compensation Law, Claimant's Guide (Second Edition), Print Edition, Georgia, Workers' Compensation Law, 2020
Other Outstanding Achievements:
- Chris' law firm, Chris Hudson & Associates, accomplished a milestone by surpassing 200 Five Star Google reviews from former clients., 2020
- Chris' law firm, Chris Hudson Law Group, accomplished a milestone by surpassing 350 Five Star Google reviews from former clients., 2023
- Chris and his law firm have been recognized by 350 Google Reviews and maintains a Five Star rating, demonstrating former client satisfaction., 2022
- Managing Editor, Mercer Law Review, 2003
- Cum laude graduate of Mercer Law School, finishing among the top 10% of graduating class, 2003
- Chris was appointed to serve a four year term as an associate magistrate judge in Columbia County, Georgia., 2012
- Chris was appointed to serve as Chief Municipal Judge in Blythe, Wrens, and Stapleton Georgia., 2013
- Chris was appointed to serve as Chief Municipal Judge of Waynesboro, Georgia., 2015
- Chris was appointed municipal judge in Harlem, Georgia., 2018
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