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Representative case results

A selection of matters we have handled in civil rights, personal injury, medical malpractice, and commercial litigation. Most are settlements; the rest are jury verdicts, and each card says which. Commercial results are not published as figures; that work is described on the commercial litigation page.

Civil rights, personal injury, and medical malpractice matters are handled on a contingency basis: you owe no attorney fee unless we recover for you.

$7.0M
Premises liability

A settlement on behalf of a client seriously injured on unsafe property.

$5.0M
Civil rights

A settlement for the family of a man who died in the custody of the State of Georgia.

$4.0M
Civil rights / medical deliberate indifference

A settlement with the State of Georgia resolving a claim that a person in custody was denied care for a serious medical need.

$3.5M
Medical malpractice

A settlement on behalf of the family of a patient who died following a failure in hospital care.

$3.0M
Medical malpractice

A settlement in a medical malpractice matter on behalf of a patient harmed by substandard care.

$3.0M
Assisted-living negligence

A settlement on behalf of a resident who was harmed by neglect at an assisted-living facility.

$2.5M
Medical malpractice

A pre-suit settlement in a medical malpractice matter brought on behalf of the family of a patient who died following a failure in her hospital care.

$2.1M
Civil rights / malicious prosecution

A jury verdict for a client who was maliciously prosecuted, in a police-misconduct case tried in federal court.

$2.0M
Medical malpractice

A settlement resolving a medical malpractice claim brought on behalf of the estate of a patient who died.

$1.9M
Medical malpractice

A settlement resolving a medical malpractice claim on behalf of a physician and his wife.

$1.7M
Medical lab negligence

A settlement in a matter alleging negligence by a medical laboratory.

$1.5M
Civil rights / prison death

A settlement for the family of a man who died in the custody of the State of Georgia.

$1.5M
Ambulance malpractice

A settlement in a malpractice matter involving ambulance and emergency transport care.

$1.5M
Medical malpractice

A jury verdict for a client harmed by a physician’s negligence, tried to verdict in DeKalb County.

$1.5M
Civil rights / Section 1983

A settlement with the City of Atlanta and an individual officer resolving a Section 1983 claim.

$1.4M
Medical malpractice

A settlement, in two parts, on behalf of the family of a patient who died following a failure in her hospital care.

$1.3M
Medical malpractice

A jury verdict for a woman who developed severe pressure sores during a long hospital stay following a motor-vehicle collision.

$1.3M
Pharmacy malpractice

A settlement in a malpractice matter involving a pharmacy’s dispensing of medication.

$1.3M
Medical malpractice

A settlement resolving a medical malpractice claim.

$1.2M
Medical malpractice

A settlement on behalf of the estate of a patient who died following negligent medical care.

$1.1M
Civil rights / false arrest and free speech

A series of civil rights settlements against a Georgia city and its police officers, recovering more than $1,000,000 for clients who were falsely arrested or punished for speaking out.

$1.0M
Drug rehab facility negligence

A settlement resolving a claim against a treatment facility and its operators following a death.

$980,000
Medical malpractice

A settlement resolving a medical malpractice matter on behalf of the family of a patient who died.

$850,000
Medical malpractice

A settlement in a medical malpractice matter brought on behalf of the estate of a patient who died following care by a treating provider.

$750,000
Personal injury

A settlement on behalf of a woman injured in a boating incident.

$710,000
Civil rights

A settlement on behalf of the family of a man killed in an encounter with municipal police, resolving both the underlying claims and a related federal insurance-coverage appeal.

$500,000
Personal injury

A settlement in a matter arising from a rideshare-related injury.

$475,000
Civil rights / Section 1983

A settlement resolving a federal civil rights claim against a Georgia county and its officers.

$475,000
Premises liability

A settlement resolving a personal-injury matter against a national retailer.

$475,000
Personal injury

A settlement on behalf of the widow of a man who died as a result of the incident that injured him.

$390,000
Civil rights / jail medical neglect

A settlement resolving a federal civil rights claim alleging the denial of adequate medical care to a person held in jail.

$360,000
Trucking accident

A settlement for clients injured in a collision with a commercial truck, recovered through their own insurance coverage.

$350,000
Civil rights

A settlement against a municipality and one of its police officers on behalf of a bystander catastrophically injured when an unattended patrol car was stolen and struck her.

$330,000
Negligent security

A settlement for a business owner and his wife after he was shot at a shopping mall where the owner and its security contractor failed to provide adequate security.

$325,000
Medical malpractice

A settlement on behalf of the family of a patient who died after a fall in a hospital.

$315,000
Auto and trucking accident

A settlement for a client rear-ended by a commercial tractor-trailer on an interstate highway.

$310,000
Auto accident

A settlement, from two insurers, for clients injured in a motor-vehicle collision.

$290,000
Civil rights / Section 1983

A settlement resolving a civil rights claim against a Georgia county.

$280,000
Uninsured motorist

A pre-suit settlement of an uninsured-motorist claim.

$250,000
Negligence

A settlement for a client injured through the negligence of an international airline catering company.

$230,000
Premises liability

A settlement for a client injured on a roller coaster at an amusement park.

$215,000
Civil rights / First Amendment

A settlement resolving a First Amendment claim over religious ministry in a county jail.

$200,000
Medical malpractice

A settlement resolving a medical malpractice claim against a physician and a specialty practice.

$185,000
Nursing home abuse

A settlement for the family of an assisted-living resident who died as a result of neglect in the facility’s care.

$160,000
Premises liability

A settlement for a woman injured in a fall at a restaurant entrance.

$150,000
Federal Tort Claims Act

A settlement of a Federal Tort Claims Act claim against the United States, resolved while on appeal to the Eleventh Circuit.

$150,000
Auto accident

A settlement, in two parts, for a client injured in a motor-vehicle collision, recovered from the at-fault driver’s insurer and her own uninsured-motorist coverage.

$130,000
Personal injury

A settlement on behalf of a client injured in a motor-vehicle collision.

$120,000
Nursing home abuse

A settlement for the family of a skilled-nursing-facility resident who died after substandard care.

Every case is different. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Representative work

Briefs and filings we have written, with the documents as filed.

Pro bonoAmicus counsel

Amicus brief for University of Mississippi faculty in a First Amendment appeal

Filed on behalf of three University of Mississippi faculty members, supporting the appeal of a university employee fired over a social media post. The brief sets out the university’s own history of suppressing speech on matters of public concern, and argues that history is the lens through which its stated reason for the firing should be read.

Stokes v. Boyce · U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ·
Pro bonoCounsel for plaintiffs

Constitutional challenge to Georgia’s midwifery restrictions

Filed with the Center for Reproductive Rights and Covington & Burling LLP on behalf of three midwives, challenging Georgia laws that bar direct-entry midwives from practicing at all and require nurse-midwives to hold a paid written agreement with a physician. The complaint invokes the Georgia Constitution’s guarantees of the right to pursue a chosen profession, equal protection, and limits on delegating governmental power to private actors.

Amani v. State of Georgia · Superior Court of Fulton County, Georgia ·
Pro bonoAmicus counsel

Amicus brief for Georgia medical providers on hormone therapy in state prisons

Filed with Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan on behalf of five Georgia medical providers, in an appeal over a state law that bars all hormone therapy for incarcerated adults diagnosed with gender dysphoria. The brief explains the standard of care and argues that a blanket ban replaces individual medical judgment with a categorical rule the Eighth Amendment does not permit.

Benjamin v. Oliver · U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit ·

Client testimonials

Shared with each client’s permission. You can also read independent reviews of the firm on Google (opens in new tab).

I can’t recommend Andrew Canter highly enough. From the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my case. He successfully represented me in my lawsuit against the Roswell Police Department and fought for me every step of the way. Throughout the entire process, Andrew kept me informed, answered all of my questions, and made sure I understood what was happening. He was always responsive, honest, and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome. Thanks to Andrew’s hard work and persistence, we won my case, and I couldn’t be more grateful. If you’re looking for an attorney who truly cares about his clients and isn’t afraid to fight for what’s right, I highly recommend Andrew Canter.
Luke H. · Civil rights client · 2026
Sam and Zack, if I could give you guys more than a 5 star review, I would absolutely do it! You guys have been NOTHING short of amazing with the care and compassion that has been shown handling our case. Every question was answered very quickly and thoroughly. Every worry was met with reassurance. If you are looking for a team that will handle your case, look no further than Sam and Zack.
Ashley · Civil rights client · 2025
My sister and I had the pleasure of working with Mitchell Shapiro, Greenamyre, and Funt LLP, and cannot recommend them highly enough. From the moment we reached out, their team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail. They genuinely cared about our case and took the time to understand our needs, ensuring that we felt supported and informed every step of the way. What truly stood out was how they went above and beyond to achieve the best possible outcome. Their approach was not only thorough but also compassionate, which made a challenging situation much more manageable. Samantha and Zack, we could never thank you guys enough for all of the hard work and dedication you provided while handling our case!
James · Civil rights client · 2025
My attorneys were Zack and Samantha. I was falsely accused of a crime I didn’t commit in 2018. I spent way more time in jail as an innocent man than I should have. After roughly 15 months I was released.
Keith S. · Civil rights client · 2024
The firm placed Samantha Funt with us and she kept us informed the whole way through. Her professionalism and talent was so far above any of the other attorneys we had met with during our mediations. She is a true master at her craft from our interactions.
Matthew L. · Mediation client · 2022
Zack, thank you so much for your help with locating Mr. Boenig! We truly appreciate you & all the charges were dropped (duiX3, battery of LEO, failure to maintain lane).
Mickie L. · Criminal defense client · 2019
Zack Greenamyre handled my Civil Rights case and exceeded any expectation that I had. I put my trust in him and he delivered. Obviously I can’t discuss the details, but when I needed help to pursue justice for myself and my Daughter, he asked me what I wanted in terms of the outcome, and I told him that I wanted Justice and accountability. Zack made that happen! I am eternally grateful for his help in reaching a resolution that restored me to whole.
Sean S. · Civil rights client · 2019
My experience with Mitchell Shapiro Greenamyre & Funt LLP was positive from the first moment I consulted with Richard. He was attentive, thorough, and helpful throughout a very difficult time. Richard’s paralegal was with me every step of the way with insight and compassion, always responding quickly and effectively with any questions or issues as they arose.
2018
My daughter had suffered the loss of her right leg. It was a horrible time for our family and we were referred to Richard. I found him to be thorough and patient. He contracted the best specialist and area experts to provide the best supporting data to maximize my daughter’s award.
Catastrophic injury client · 2016

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