Attorney
Ben Levy
Most personal injury lawyers have never sat on the other side of the table. Ben Levy has. He worked in insurance defense before he ever represented an injured person, so he knows how carriers decide which cases to lowball.
Ben has served as trial counsel in several Georgia civil jury trials. Habla español: consulta gratuita.
Biography
A Track Record Built in Georgia Courtrooms
Ben has served as trial counsel in civil jury trials across Georgia — from Fulton County State Court in Atlanta, to Gwinnett County, to Dougherty County in Albany. He has tried motor vehicle cases, premises liability claims, uninsured motorist disputes, and multi-party cases. Before joining the Wetherington Law Firm, he handled a high volume of serious injury cases at Morgan and Morgan, one of the largest personal injury firms in the country. That experience gave him something that can’t be taught in a courtroom seminar: the ability to move fast, manage a heavy caseload without cutting corners, and know immediately which cases have real value and which problems need to be solved before trial.
Ben has experience in insurance defense, plaintiff representation, and jury trials.
Every case Ben handles is prepared as though it will go before a jury. That preparation is often the reason it doesn’t have to. Opposing counsel and adjusters know he’ll try the case if the offer doesn’t reflect the true value of the injuries. That willingness changes the math on every negotiation.
How Ben Fights Insurance Companies
Insurance carriers count on claimants not knowing their rights. Ben has built his practice around making sure his clients do.
He has handled dozens of UM/UIM disputes — the cases where your own insurer refuses to pay what your policy requires. These are some of the most frustrating cases a person can face: you paid your premiums, you were hit by someone with no insurance or not enough insurance, and now your own company is fighting you. Ben knows how to build the pressure that forces carriers to honor their obligations.
He has taken on Uber and Lyft insurers in rideshare crashes where the coverage structure is designed to confuse. And when a defendant’s insurance company agreed to a settlement and then tried to add new conditions after the fact, Ben went back to the judge with a motion to enforce the deal — and won.
That willingness to fight at every stage — during discovery, at mediation, after settlement, and at trial — is what separates Ben from lawyers who settle cases to clear their desks.
“I’m so grateful to Ben Levy and everything he did for me. He was truly dedicated to helping my case. Throughout the process, Ben was very thoughtful, responsive, organized, and made sure I was fully informed along the way.” — Shira. Source: Client Testimonials.
If you or someone in your family was seriously hurt — or if you lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence — call for a free consultation. There is no fee unless Ben recovers money for you.
Cases Across Georgia — Not Just Atlanta
Serious accidents happen outside the Perimeter. Ben regularly handles cases across the state. Whether the wreck happened on I-75 in Macon, I-16 near Dublin, or a rural highway in South Georgia, the Wetherington Law Firm has the resources and the willingness to try the case where the injury occurred.
Questions about a similar case? Call (404) 888-4444 for a free consultation.
Background and Recognition
Languages
Ben is proficient in conversational Spanish and works with Spanish-speaking clients on personal injury matters. If you’re more comfortable discussing your case in Spanish, Ben can help.
Community and Board Work
Ben serves on the boards of Friends of the Israel Defense Forces and the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta. Both organizations reflect commitments he has maintained throughout his career — not resume-fillers, but causes he shows up for.
Awards and Honors
- Fulton County Daily Report Law Firm Hall of Fame (firm honor)
- Super Lawyers
- 2019 GTLA LEAD Academy
Professional Memberships
- State Bar of Georgia
- Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA)
- American Association for Justice (AAJ)
- GTLA Leadership Academy
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it cost to hire Ben Levy?
Nothing upfront. Ben works on contingency, which means you pay no attorney fees unless the firm recovers money for you. The initial consultation is free.
What is a UM/UIM claim, and do I need a lawyer for one?
UM/UIM stands for uninsured or underinsured motorist. If the driver who hit you had no insurance or not enough insurance to cover your injuries, your own auto policy may provide additional coverage. The problem is that your insurance company has every incentive to pay as little as possible — even though you’ve been paying premiums for years. Ben has handled dozens of these disputes and knows how to hold carriers accountable.
Does it matter that Ben used to work for insurance companies?
It helps you. Ben learned the internal strategies insurers use to minimize payouts — how they set reserves, how they evaluate injuries, how they decide which cases to fight and which to settle. He now uses that knowledge against them on your behalf.
Can Ben handle my case if the accident happened outside Atlanta?
Yes. Ben and the Wetherington Law Firm handle cases across all of Georgia — Macon, Savannah, Augusta, South Georgia, and everywhere in between. The firm has tried cases in courtrooms throughout the state.
How quickly should I contact a lawyer after an accident in Georgia?
As soon as possible. Georgia’s statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is two years from the date of the accident. But evidence disappears fast — surveillance footage gets overwritten, witnesses forget details, and insurance companies start building their defense immediately. The sooner you call, the stronger your case.
Does Ben speak Spanish?
Ben is proficient in conversational Spanish and regularly works with Spanish-speaking clients on personal injury matters.
PRACTICE AREAS
Ben handles the full range of serious personal injury and wrongful death cases at Wetherington Law Firm, with the resources of the full trial team behind every case.
His practice includes:
- Car accidents and multi-vehicle collisions across metro Atlanta and statewide.
- Trucking wrecks — 18-wheelers, delivery trucks, and commercial vehicles.
- Motorcycle crashes.
- Uninsured and underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) claims — fighting your own insurance company when the at-fault driver carries inadequate coverage.
- Wrongful death — holding negligent parties accountable when a family loses someone.
- Catastrophic injuries — traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations, severe burns.
- Premises liability — slip and fall, negligent security, dangerous property conditions.
- Rideshare accidents — Uber and Lyft crashes involving layered insurance policies.
- Medical malpractice — including failure-to-diagnose claims.
- Products liability — actions against manufacturers of defective vehicles and consumer products.