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One month isn’t enough to elevate black voices and black culture. #BlackHistoryMonth

"We seek harm to none and harmony to all....While democracy can be periodically delayed, it can never be permanently defeated. There's always light if we're brave enough to see...to be it. - @amandascgorman Having grown up with a speech impediment, Gorman felt a bond to Biden who stuttered as a child and another inaugural poet Maya Angelou, who didn't speak for nearly 5 years after surviving childhood trauma. ... #inauguration #bidenharris #portlaureate #amandagorman

After campaigning on a promise to heal a fractured nation, President-elect Joe Biden will begin the work of uniting the country Wednesday when he is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States on the West Front of the US Capitol.

Spotted outside of our office! Let’s go!

Biden-Harris team unveils inauguration playlist. The playlist can be listened to on the streaming services Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and Amazon Music. Our team has been playing it around the office and we’re loving it.

Today is Martin Luthing King Jr. Day, a time we set aside to honor Dr. King’s fight for civil rights and work to eradicate poverty in the United States. Happy #MLK Day!

Our team has voted! Have you? #vote #election

Election Day is upon us. Again. But this time, all eyes are on Georgia. GA voters will decide which party has Senate control. So if you haven’t voted yet TOMORROW is the big day! Vote on January 5th, 2021. ... #Election2020 See more

Happy New Year!

Allow us to introduce our newest team member, attorney Sydni Marshall. Congratulations! Welcome to The Cochran Firm Atlanta team!

An inspiration to so many little girls! Vice President Elect Kamala Harris

There is still time to vote early! Exercise your right to vote. #thecochranway

Congratulations to Mr. Williams! For the last 20 years Mr. Shean D. Williams has been committed to fighting for injured people and their families in the areas of trucking litigation, auto accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home litigation, premises liability, civil rights litigation, and products liability. His jury verdicts and settlements are in excess of $80 million. ... Honors & Awards: Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America, 2021 Best Lawyers in Personal Injury Litigation Plaintiffs, 2021 Selected to Super Lawyers 2020-2021 Named a member to Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms’ City of Atlanta Advisory Council on Use of Force Policies & Procedures, 2020 A.T. Walden Outstanding Lawyer Award, Gate City Bar Association, 2018 Since 2012, Mr. Williams has consecutively been named one of Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, 2018 Selected to Hall of Fame in Medical Malpractice, Georgia Verdict's Hall of Fame, 2015 Award honoring excellence of local male lawyers, Most Powerful and Influential Lawyer Award, and The Men's Looking Ahead Magazine, 2016.

COVID-19 continues to circulate widely. Georgia recently experienced the highest single-day total number of cases since the pandemic started. Please keep taking precautions to #PreventTheSpread.

A message from our new President.

Wishing you a Christmas that's merry and bright! We hope you have a safe and relaxing holiday season. #merrychristmas #happyholidays

Vote for those who can’t! #vote

JOE BIDEN DEFEATS PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP The Associated Press declares Joe Biden the winner of a grueling campaign for the American presidency. He will lead a polarized nation through a historic collision of health, economic and social crises. #election2020

Delayed medical treatments can be fatal to one’s life! After being diagnosed with a health issue, it is very important for the issue to be treated immediately. If you or a loved has suffered from delayed treatment, there is help, and you could be entitled to compensation. Our attorneys are well known for their exemplary work and dedication. #TheCochranFirmAtlanta

Experts say, these are 4 ways to cope with election stress: 1 Prepare mentally for delayed results 2 Double down on stress-reducing habits 3 Replace scrolling with something nourishing... 4 Look for signs of hope See more

Any registered Georgia voter, regardless of whether they voted in November, can vote in this election.

Ask questions, know your candidates and exercise your right to vote. #election2020 #election #vote #vote2020

Johnnie Cochran attended the University of California in Los Angeles for his undergraduate degree. After college, Johnnie started selling life and disability insurance with his father at Golden State Mutual. This position gave Johnnie the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life. By listening to their stories, Johnnie discovered how to develop deep connections and cultivate important relationships. #johnniecochran #thecochranfirm #thecochranway #tombradley #LA #UCLA #legacy

It’s not over! Exit poll shows Biden gains in key groups, but with results awaiting the vote counts.

Harris: 46 days until @joebiden becomes our 46th president. But remember we still have the GA Senate runoff election January 5th. The voter registration deadline is December 7th and early voting starts December 14th. Don’t forget to vote!

More than 100 million ballots were cast before the first poll sites opened Tuesday, according to the U.S. Elections Project website. #Elections2020

After being diagnosed with a health issue, it is very important to be treated immediately. Medical professionals may delay treatment at times. This delayed treatment can affect your family, employment, and most importantly, your health. Let our experienced medical malpractice attorneys help you in taking the first step. Call The Cochran Firm Atlanta today for a free consultation at (404) 222-9922.

Kamala Harris and Mike Pence are scheduled to face off Wednesday night in the first and only general election vice presidential debate of 2020. The debate will begin @ 9PM EST. Thoughts? Comment below.

ELECTION DAY Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter. - Martin Luther King, JR. VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! ... #cochranway #thecochranfirm #election #vote #vote2020 See more

We represent all victims of truck accidents in Georgia, including those involving 18-wheelers, semi-trucks, big trucks, and tractor-trailers. Truck accident cases are more complicated and required an experienced litigator. Call us for a FREE consultation @ 404.222.9922.

Mindful gratitude remind us all to take time to appreciate what we have. It’s not just Thanksgiving! It’s the little things. Thank you to all of our followers and supporters! ... - The Cochran Firm Atlanta See more

One of the many reasons we need to vote. #Election2020

Genetic scissors? Why is this an interesting read? ... This breakthrough can lead to a potential cure for sickle cell anemia, an inherited disease that affects African Americans. Click here for more info: https://apple.news/AhV3i3KoeR5SyK9LMjH-8Zg

"We've got to be judged by how we do in times of crisis. -Johnnie Cochran #thechochranfirmatlanta... #thecochranfirm #johnniecochran See more

REMEMBERING MR. COCHRAN Johnnie Cochran’s daughter pens a letter to her late father.

Got legal questions? Our attorneys @CochranFirm_ATL are here to help you. Call 404.222.9922 for a consultation. #thecochranway

There’s no such thing as a vote that doesn’t matter. It all matters. - Barack Obama Educate yourselves on where candidates stand, and cast your vote wisely. Find your state’s ballot information, where you can go vote, and more at https://www.vote.org/. #thecochranfirm #thecochranway #vote #itactuallymatters #vote2020 #election

The early voting period ends today. You can still vote early but dates and hours may vary based on where you live. So make sure to check with your local polling place before heading out. ... #thecochranway See more

RUNOFF ELECTIONS Here’s why Georgia matters: Neither of Georgia’s Republican senators drew a majority on Election Day, sending both of their races to special rematches in January that will likely determine control of the senate. ... All eyes have already shifted to Georgia, where two runoff elections set for early January will almost certainly determine which party has control of the Senate. Democrats will need to defy the recent history of GOP dominance in GA’s runoffs. So it’s important to VOTE. #election2020 #vote #vote2020 See more

Lawyer and activist, Johnnie Cochran would have turned 83 today. Cochran will forever be remembered as an outstanding trial lawyer, civil libertarian and philanthropist throughout the world. May you rest in heaven Mr. Cochran. ... The Cochran Firm Atlanta

Covid19 UPDATE: Several states and cities tighten restrictions as U.S. caseload soars. ... In Chicago, a sweeping stay-at-home advisory goes into effect on Monday. Philadelphia is expected to announce new restrictions on movement later in the day. In-person classes for high school and college students in Michigan have been canceled. From a statewide, two-week lockdown in New Mexico to a new mask mandate in North Dakota, governors and mayors across the United States are taking increasingly stringent steps to slow the coronavirus after a staggering one million cases were recorded in the country over the past week alone. Cases are rising in 48 states. Source: @nytimes STAY SAFE ATLANTA. #covid19 #covid #pandemic #stayhome #staysafe See more

Several of our team members have voted early. Did you vote already? If so, what was your experience like? Comment below

VOTING EARLY? Georgia voters can vote before Election Day. The early voting period runs from Monday, October 12, 2020 to Friday, October 30, 2020, but dates and hours may vary based on where you live. Note: Voters registered in Georgia can look up where to vote on Georgia's site. ... #Vote #Vote2020 #Election #Election2020 #BlackLivesMatter See more

Inspire Change NFL players will be wearing helmet decals to honor victims of systemic racism, victims of police misconduct, and social justice heroes. Caine Rogers will be featured amongst the victims of police brutality. ... His parents say, they’re humbled and honored by the feature. Their goal: to seek justice for their son and make sure the former Atlanta Police Officer who killed him is placed behind bars for taking their boy’s life. Our hope: to keep his story alive. To show Atlanta and beyond that this can no longer happen. Innocent lives should not be taken by the hands of the people who are sworn to protect us. @nfl @rocnationsports @rocnation ___ Link in bio for more information. ___ #nfl #blacklivesmatter #blm #unity #blackmen #blackwomen #justice #honor #justiceforcaine #justiceforcainerogers #sayhisname See more

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More than a dozen attorneys came together with a unified message against the city of Atlanta to change the way civil rights cases are handled. You can’t publicly say, ‘We’re sorry, we’re outraged,’ and show compassion, but in the courtroom do the opposite, said Shean Williams of The Cochran Firm Atlanta. The city of Atlanta does not indemnify its police force, making it one of the largest cities in America not to insure their police officers. Shean and the other attorneys d...emand that the city of Atlanta purchase insurance for their officers, and for the city attorneys to change the way they handle police brutality cases. Read more about the attorneys who are hoping to change at:: https://cbsloc.al/34wwJp1. #thecochranfirm #thecochranway #atlanta #policebrutality #civilrights

Understand the power of your vote.

From Louisville to Los Angeles, Atlanta and New York, masses of people congregated to protest the ruling of Breonna Taylor’s fatal shooting. Former detective, Brett Hankison, was charged and arrested on September 23rd, while Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly and Detective Myles Cosgrove did not have any charges brought against them. The charges were not for killing Breonna Taylor, but for putting her neighbors in danger. (Artist: @denny_ow)... #justiceforbreonnataylor #blacklivesmatter #sayhername #civilrights #thecochranfirm #thecochranway See more

Hezekiah Sistrunk Jr., is a National Partner and President of The Cochran Firm, founded by legendary trial lawyer Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. He was just named as one of the "Top 100 Lawyers" in the state of Georgia by the National Trial Lawyers Association in 2020. Mr. Sistrunk has prosecuted and defended hundreds of litigated matters before state courts, federal courts and administrative agencies and has tried hundreds cases to verdict.... Congratulations from our entire team! The Cochran Firm Atlanta See more

Are we ready? Chose a path of hope, compassion and light.

Congratulations to Mr. Williams! For the last 20 years Mr. Shean D. Williams has been committed to fighting for injured people and their families in the areas of trucking litigation, auto accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home litigation, premises liability, civil rights litigation, and products liability. His jury verdicts and settlements are in excess of $80 million. ... Honors & Awards: Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America, 2021 Best Lawyers in Personal Injury Litigation Plaintiffs, 2021 Selected to Super Lawyers 2020-2021 Named a member to Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms’ City of Atlanta Advisory Council on Use of Force Policies & Procedures, 2020 A.T. Walden Outstanding Lawyer Award, Gate City Bar Association, 2018 Since 2012, Mr. Williams has consecutively been named one of Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, 2018 Selected to Hall of Fame in Medical Malpractice, Georgia Verdict's Hall of Fame, 2015 Award honoring excellence of local male lawyers, Most Powerful and Influential Lawyer Award, and The Men's Looking Ahead Magazine, 2016.

Genetic scissors? Why is this an interesting read? ... This breakthrough can lead to a potential cure for sickle cell anemia, an inherited disease that affects African Americans. Click here for more info: https://apple.news/AhV3i3KoeR5SyK9LMjH-8Zg

REMEMBERING MR. COCHRAN Johnnie Cochran’s daughter pens a letter to her late father.

Lawyer and activist, Johnnie Cochran would have turned 83 today. Cochran will forever be remembered as an outstanding trial lawyer, civil libertarian and philanthropist throughout the world. May you rest in heaven Mr. Cochran. ... The Cochran Firm Atlanta

VOTING EARLY? Georgia voters can vote before Election Day. The early voting period runs from Monday, October 12, 2020 to Friday, October 30, 2020, but dates and hours may vary based on where you live. Note: Voters registered in Georgia can look up where to vote on Georgia's site. ... #Vote #Vote2020 #Election #Election2020 #BlackLivesMatter See more

Say their names! #repost @justiceforgeorgia Thank you @officialbrittj for calling on Justice for Georgia! Georgia has a bad policing problem and there’s too many names and too many families that are seeking justice for their loved ones. ... #justiceforjamarionrobinson #justiceforjabrilrobinson #justiceforjarvislykes #justiceforsammiedavisjr #justiceforjacquelynbarnette #justiceforkevindavis #justicefordeaundrephillips #justiceforanthonyhill #justiceforoscarcainjr #justicefortreviondavis #justiceforjulianlewis #justiceforwalterpeterson #justiceforshalitilson #justiceforaristonwaiters #justiceforcainerogers #justiceforjimmy #justicefornicholasthomas #justiceforalexiachristian #justiceforrayshardbrooks #justiceforrobertchambers #justicefortonycarr #justiceforwalterfolds #justiceforraemawnscott #justiceforfreddieblue #justiceforzikariousflint AND TOO MANY MORE NAMES! If you don’t recognize a name, please click on their hashtag to see more information on their story. Also you can visit the link in our bio to sign petitions as well as donate to the families. #justiceforgeorgia #atlantaprotest #blacklivesmatter See more

Police officers take an oath to protect and serve citizensnot harm them. Have you been a victim or police brutality or misconduct? If so, call our office today for a FREE consultation @ 404.222.9922.

Clayton County Sheriff's Office has identified all three deputies involved in the Roderick Walker case. Pictured are: Brandon Myers Dekota Riddick... Demetrius Valentine Stay tuned for more details. #JusticeForRoderick #BlackLivesMatter See more

Breaking news: Our Shean Williams has just left the Fulton County Jail with Roderick Walker. Walker was released on a signature bond. Stay tuned for more.

Our Constitution is only as good as the people who support and defend it. As we’ve seen with how Blacks are treated in our country, our Constitution is under attack. ... We need to unite and form that more perfect union ensuring domestic tranquillity for generations to come. So choose wisely and VOTE. #ConstitutionDay #Vote #Justice #Freedom #BlackLivesMatter See more

Our client Roderick Walker has been released from the Clayton County Jail. Our Shean Williams is still demanding ALL charges be dismissed. Make your voices heard. ... Call Clayton County DA Tasha Mosley @ 770-477-3450. #blacklivesmatter See more

From Louisville - Breonna Taylor’s family to receive $12m settlement for her killing by police in a botched raid in March. #JusticeForBreonnaTaylor

Our Shean Williams on the @todayshow with @reporterblayne in regards to the Roderick Walker case.

UPDATE: Attorney Shean Williams releases a statement regarding Roderick Walker being granted bond in the Clayton County incident where Mr. Walker was unjustly assaulted and arrested. #JusticeForRoderick

The @georgia_naacp has set up a fund to help Roderick Walker and his family as we fight this injustice. 100% of funds raised will go to Mr. Walker and his family to support them during this time. Link in bio. ... #JusticeForRoderick See more

Our partner Shean Williams sits down with NBC News | Today Show to discuss the Roderick Walker case. #JusticeForRoderick

Our Shean Williams makes it clear he wants Roderick Walker freed. https://www.newsweek.com/black-man-who-was-punched-pinned-d

Enough is enough. #JusticeForRoderick #BlackLivesMatter

Tonight Roderick Walker’s mother and family were emotional when demanding he be released from jail. Attorney Shean Williams defending Roderick and promising justice will be served. UPDATE: ... CLAYTON COUNTY DEPUTY ON LEAVE AFTER ARREST VIDEO SHOWS HIM USING PHYSICAL FORCE. : @11alive See more

Attorney Shean Williams alongside Gerald A. Griggs - Advocate, Attorney, Activist and NAACP ATL are demanding that Roderick Walker be immediately released from jail. This after video circulated widely on social media Friday night of several deputies pinning a bleeding Walker to the concrete as upset family members screamed in the background. Protest tomorrow at the jail! ... Stay tuned! #JusticeForRoderick #BlackLivesMatter #BLM See more

RIGHT NOW: Our client Roderick Walker - sitting behind bars battered and bruised. Call the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office @ (678) 479-5300 to demand the two officers be terminated immediately and call District Attorney Tasha Mosley at (770) 477-3450 to drop all charges!

Stand in solidarity. Justice for Roderick! #BlackLivesMatter

WARNING This video may be disturbing to some and contains graphic language. ... Roderick Walker is the man you see here being assaulted by Clayton County Sheriff’s Office deputies. This evening, Walker’s family is demanding his release from jail and a full independent investigation into the now viral incident. Please share and help us demand justice. We want these officers fired. : @jah.vis #JusticeForRoderick #BlackLivesMatter #BLM #Justice

Upset? Help us get these officers fired. Demand justice. ... #JusticeForRoderick #BlackLivesMatter