About Us
Simon Bridgers Spires – Atlanta Personal Injury Attorneys
Cut From a Different Cloth
At Simon Bridgers Spires, we believe injured people deserve something that is often hard to find after a serious accident: honest answers.
When you hire a personal injury lawyer, you deserve more than promises and marketing slogans. You deserve attorneys who will tell you the truth about your case, explain your options, and help you make informed decisions from day one.
Our attorneys have spent decades handling serious injury and wrongful death cases throughout Georgia. Between our combined experience in both plaintiff and defense practice, we have seen virtually every type of accident, injury, and insurance dispute imaginable. That experience allows us to evaluate cases realistically, identify challenges early, and develop strategies that maximize our clients’ opportunities for success.
Experience From Both Sides of the Table
What sets our firm apart is our unique perspective. Before representing injured people and grieving families, several of our attorneys spent years defending insurance companies, trucking companies, corporations, and healthcare providers. We know how insurance carriers evaluate claims, calculate risk, and decide whether to settle or fight.
That experience matters.
Insurance companies are not necessarily trying to avoid paying every claim. More often, they are evaluating the likelihood of what a jury may do and making business decisions based on risk, timing, and available insurance coverage. Understanding that process allows us to anticipate defenses, address weaknesses, and advocate effectively for our clients.
Today, we use that knowledge for one purpose: helping injury victims and their families pursue the justice and compensation they deserve.
A Team Built for Serious Cases
Each attorney at Simon Bridgers Spires brings a unique background and perspective to the firm.
Chris Simon spent nearly a decade representing insurance companies and large corporations, including serving as in-house counsel for major insurers and transportation companies. He now uses that experience to advocate for injured clients and is also a respected mediator who handles more than 100 mediations each year involving insurance companies and families throughout Georgia.
Harrison Spires brings more than 16 years of litigation experience, including years defending medical malpractice and other complex claims. His extensive courtroom experience and investigative skills help uncover the evidence needed to build strong cases.
Tyler Bridgers began his career representing injured clients and developed his practice advocating for individuals and families throughout North Georgia in challenging and complex cases.
Ken Barré spent years around the insurance defense industry before making the transition to representing injury victims. His background provides valuable insight into how insurance companies approach claims and litigation.
Trial Lawyers First
Many law firms advertise that they handle personal injury cases, but few firms have attorneys with substantial courtroom experience. Our lawyers have spent their careers litigating cases, taking depositions, and preparing cases for trial. We understand that insurance companies pay attention when they know a law firm is willing and able to take a case before a jury.
Preparation, credibility, and experience matter—and we bring all three to every case we handle.
Why Hire a Former Insurance Defense Attorney?
Many injury victims wonder whether it matters if their attorney previously represented insurance companies. In our experience, it can provide a significant advantage.
Several attorneys at Simon Bridgers Spires spent years defending insurance companies, trucking companies, and large corporations before transitioning to represent injured individuals and families. As a result, we understand how claims are evaluated, what factors influence settlement decisions, and the strategies insurance companies use when defending lawsuits.
That perspective helps us anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and build stronger cases for our clients. When an insurance company knows that your lawyer understands its playbook, it changes the conversation.
Serving Injury Victims Throughout Georgia
Although our office is located in Atlanta, we represent clients throughout Georgia. Our attorneys routinely handle cases arising from accidents and injuries in communities across the state.
Whether you were injured in a car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, pedestrian accident, or another serious incident, our team is prepared to help you understand your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve.
What Makes Simon Bridgers Spires Different?
Choosing the right personal injury lawyer is one of the most important decisions you can make after a serious accident.
Clients choose Simon Bridgers Spires because we offer:
- Decades of combined litigation experience
- Attorneys with insurance defense backgrounds
- Extensive trial and courtroom experience
- Honest case evaluations and realistic expectations
- Direct access to your attorney
- A commitment to personalized client service
- Experience handling catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims
We believe our job is not simply to process claims. Our responsibility is to guide clients through difficult circumstances with integrity, compassion, and skilled legal representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury attorney?
We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. That means clients do not pay attorney’s fees unless we successfully recover compensation on their behalf.
How long will my personal injury case take?
Every case is different. The timeline depends on factors such as the severity of injuries, available insurance coverage, liability disputes, and whether litigation becomes necessary. During your consultation, we can discuss what you may expect based on the facts of your case.
Should I speak with the insurance company after an accident?
While every situation is different, it is often beneficial to speak with an attorney before providing recorded statements or accepting settlement offers. Insurance companies begin evaluating claims immediately, and early decisions can affect the value of your case.
What types of compensation may be available?
Depending on the circumstances, injured victims may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, future treatment costs, pain and suffering, diminished quality of life, and other damages recognized under Georgia law.
Educating and Empowering Clients
We believe informed clients make better decisions. Chris Simon is the author of The Georgia Guide to Buying Car Insurance and Handling Car Accident Claims, a resource designed to help Georgia residents better understand their rights and options following an accident.
Whether through education, communication, or advocacy, our goal is to empower clients throughout the legal process and provide guidance they can trust.
Practice Areas
We represent clients throughout Georgia in cases involving:
- Car Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Wrongful Death
- Catastrophic Injuries
- Other Serious Injury Claims
Talk With Our Team
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured because of someone else’s negligence, we invite you to speak with our team.
We will give you an honest assessment of your case, explain your options, and help you understand what comes next.