Justice for Roberston County Family
A while ago a loving mother honored our firm but allowing us to represent her son. The son had been bullied at school and despite asking for help the school failed to adequately protect the young boy. Eventually, an altercation ensued and the young man was struck in the eye and despite several surgeries his vision was lost.
We recently had a trial in this case and the court found the school was negligent and let the young man down. The court awarded the family $300,000.00 which is the maximum amount allowed under the Tennessee Governmental Tort Liability Act. You can watch a recent news story on the case below:
If you have any questions about this case or any other Tennessee Governmental Tort Liability Case, feel free to call our office.
Author Bio
Jim Higgins, founder of the Higgins Firm, is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep roots in Nashville, Tennessee. A 4th generation Nashvillian, Jim carries on the legal legacy of his father, a judge for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Memphis School of Law, Jim’s career began on the other side of the courtroom, defending insurance companies and learning their tactics for minimizing settlements. However, he soon realized his true calling was fighting for the rights of the injured, and for the past several years, he has exclusively represented plaintiffs in personal injury cases.
Since then, his dedication and skill have earned him membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization limited to attorneys who have secured million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. Licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia, Jim focuses on personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation cases. His exceptional work has been recognized by his peers, earning him a spot on the Super Lawyers list from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to only a select group of accomplished attorneys in each state.
