Biography
Known for his creative approach to complex cases, Attorney Michael J. Warshauer has a successful track record of handling a variety of complex personal injury claims that result in impressive verdicts and settlements, many of which exceed $1 million and more that exceed $10 million. After three decades in the legal field, Michael is well-respected by the legal community and often is referred other attorneys’ most complex and difficult cases. He has devoted his career to the representation of catastrophic injury victims and the families of those who have suffered a wrongful death.
Areas of Focus
Many of Michael’s cases involve global manufacturers, large healthcare institutions, and Fortune 500 corporations. In the face of intimidation, Michael remains a staunch advocate for his clients. Since the early ’90s, he has been considered a preeminent expert on railroad safety laws and has gained nationwide recognition for his landmark work in improving the lives of railroad industry workers. Currently, Michael concentrates on representing those who have been severely injured by medical malpractice, car accidents, motorcycle crashes, and other catastrophic incidents.
Notable Accomplishments
Throughout the course of his career, Michael has enjoyed numerous awards and certificates. He has been listed as a Georgia Super Lawyer for 19 consecutive years, is rated 10.0 by Avvo, and has obtained an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, among many others. He has served in many positions of leadership on various boards and groups, and regularly teaches continuing legal education courses. In addition, he has authored several articles and book chapters on various legal topics. Michael is one of the few board-certified civil trial advocates in Georgia who limit their practice to representing plaintiffs with catastrophic injuries.
Education
Juris Doctor - University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, South Carolina, 1983
- Law Review: South Carolina Law Review, Member
Bachelor of Science, cum laude - University of South Carolina, 1980
Publications
Trial, September 2012
Railroad, Maritime Lawyers See Victory in US Supreme Court’s FELA Decision
Lawyers USA, July 2011
Trial, Volume 47, No. 6, June 2011
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Winter 2011
Being a Trial Lawyer is Not for the Faint of Heart
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Fall 2010
Civil Justice is a CONSERVATIVE Value
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Summer 2010
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Spring 2010
Recognition of a Products Liability Claim
Verdict, 1999
Surfing for Lawyers
Verdict, Spring, Fall, Winter, 1998
Annual Survey of South Carolina Law
34 South Carolina Law Review 125, 137 (1982)
Chapter: “Railroad Law and Defenses,” Georgia Jurisprudence-Personal Injury and Torts
§37:1-43-11, Volume 15, Chapter 40, West Publishing, 1994, updated 1998
Proper Pleadings Prevent Preemption Problems
Trial, October 2007
A Spouses’ Guide to the Federal Employers’ Liability Act – What To Do When Tragedy Strikes
Papers
DAUBERT, JOINER, KUMHO TIRE, and WEISGRAM – What These Cases Stand For
Jury Charges – The Beginning and End of All Trials
Are You the Steam Roller or the Pavement? Five Things that Make a Difference
Demonstrative Evidence in Railroad Cases from Cheap to Expensive
Demonstrative Evidence: Exhibits for the Rich and the Poor
Cross Examination of Defendant and Defendant’s Expert
Direct and Cross Examination at Trial
Direct Examination of Expert Witnesses
Don’t Get ‘Railroaded’ When Conducting a Site Inspection
Can the Carrier Reduce Its Damages by Dismissing the Employee?
Effective Use of "Do It Yourself" Focus Groups
Beating the Statute of Repose – New Ideas for Old Products
Trial Exhibits and Demonstrative Evidence
Combating the Intervening Negligence Defense in Product Liability Cases
Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire – Impeachment by Cross Examination
Novel Yet Unconventional Trial Tactics that Worked
Mediation of a Medical Negligence Case from the Plaintiff’s Perspective
Proper Pleadings Prevent Preemption Problems
An Overview of Georgia Product Liability Law
O.C.G.A. § 34-9-11.1 is Unconstitutional
Suing Railroads: The Train May Win the Battle, But You Can Win the War
Strategies and Uses of ADR from the Plaintiff’s Perspective
Evidentiary and Ethical Considerations of Technologically Presented Evidence
A Trial Without a Theme is a Trial Without a Purpose and Without a Hope
My Top Ten Tips on Presenting Evidence in Trial
The Curious Work of Depositions
Recognition of a Products Liability Claim
Verdict, 1999
Surfing for Lawyers
Verdict, Spring, Fall, Winter, 1998
Annual Survey of South Carolina Law
34 South Carolina Law Review 125, 137 (1982)
Chapter: “Railroad Law and Defenses,” Georgia Jurisprudence-Personal Injury and Torts
§37:1-43-11, Volume 15, Chapter 40, West Publishing, 1994, updated 1998
Proper Pleadings Prevent Preemption Problems
Trial, Volume 43, No. 5. pp 68-70.
Speeches
Effective Use of Demonstrative Evidence with Examples from Real Cases
GTLA 2016 Annual Convention
Summary of Mac v. PC for Lawyers
by Michael Warshauer and Mark Zamora, GTLA 2010 Annual Convention
Bar Admissions
- Georgia, 1983
- Tennessee, 1996
- United States Supreme Court, 1997
Memberships
- Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (President, 2010-2011; Vice President, Atlanta Judicial District, 1998 )
- American Association for Justice (formerly ATLA)
- Academy of Trial Advocacy
- National Board of Trial Advocacy
- Academy of Rail Labor Attorneys
- American Bar Association
- American Board of Trial Advocates (President, Georgia Chapter, 2017; Treasurer, Southeast ABOTA Chapter, 2014)
- Southeastern American Board of Trial Advocates
- American Civil Liberties Union
- Lawyers Club of Atlanta
- Civil Justice Foundation
- Georgia Consumer Justice Foundation
- National Crime Victim Bar Association
- Trial Lawyers for Public Justice
- United Transportation Union
- Georgia Bar Association
- Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials
- Tennessee Bar Association
- Atlanta Bar Association
- 2013 Chair-Elect, American Association for Justice Products Liability Law Group
- 2014 Chair, American Association for Justice Products Liability Law Group
Honors & Certifications
- Georgia SuperLawyers® for 19th Consecutive Year
- 2023 Martindale-Hubbell® Award – Rated AV Preeminent
- 10.0 AVVO Rating
- Board Certified in Civil Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- American Society of Legal Advocates Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Georgia
- Certified Advocate of National Board of Civil Practice Advocacy
- Top 100 Lawyer, 2021
- Best Lawyers in America (Personal Injury Litigation), 2018
- Recipient of the 2009 Wiedemann & Wysocki Award (given by the American Association of Justice
- Super Lawyer, 2005 – Present
Personal Life
Outside of work, Michael enjoys a full life with his family. He and Lyle, his wife and firm co-founder, have five children and enjoy spending time with them and entertaining friends at their Atlanta home. Michael is a regular volunteer for non-profit organizations that provide meals for families. He is also a competitive triathlete.
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