Civil Justice for Victims of Crime in Georgia and Beyond

Experienced Georgia Crime Victim Lawyers

Victims of violent crime deserve more than criminal prosecution. They deserve justice, accountability and the chance to rebuild their lives. At Isenberg & Hewitt, our experienced attorneys represent crime victims and their families in civil lawsuits against negligent property owners, security companies, employers and other third parties whose failures made the crime possible.

When a violent crime occurs, the criminal case focuses on punishing the offender. Civil litigation for crime victims, on the other hand, focuses on helping survivors recover from what they’ve endured physically, emotionally and financially. Through civil lawsuits, victims can hold negligent parties accountable and obtain compensation for medical bills, therapy, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

Types of Crime Victim Cases Isenberg & Hewitt Handles

• Assault and Battery - Violent assaults can happen anywhere. From apartment assaults to assaults in hotels, assaults in parking lots, ATMs, bars or other public places, we represent victims of assault when poor lighting, broken locks or negligent security helped enable the crime.
  
• Sexual Assault – Rapes and other sexual assaults are often foreseeable and, in many cases, preventable by property owners. We pursue justice for victims of sexual assault when negligence led to the crime.
• Child Molestation - Children deserve protection from abuse in schools, daycares, churches and youth programs. We bring civil claims for child sexual abuse and other assaults on minors, holding institutions and individuals accountable for their failure to safeguard minors.
  
• Human Trafficking - We represent survivors of human and sex trafficking, pursuing justice against employers and businesses that turned a blind eye to abuse.
  
• Negligent Security - When property owners fail to provide reasonable security, like lighting, locks or patrol officers, and someone is injured, they may be held legally responsible under premises liability law.
  
• Police Misconduct - Law enforcement officers must protect the public, not harm them. We handle egregious police misconduct and excessive force cases, helping victims pursue justice for civil rights violations.
• Shootings & Stabbings - Victims of shootings or stabbings may have claims against businesses, landlords or event organizers who ignored known risks. We pursue negligent security and wrongful death claims to hold those parties accountable.

Experienced and Empathetic Georgia Crime Victim Lawyers

Our Georgia crime victim lawyers have decades of experience helping survivors of assaults, sexual abuse, shootings, human trafficking and other violent acts recover financial compensation and achieve the justice they deserve.

For more than 35 years, Isenberg & Hewitt in Atlanta has represented victims of crime. Attorney Mel Hewitt spent almost 18 years in the private security sector, following his service in the United States Navy and six years in public law enforcement. Mr. Hewitt has appeared on television and radio programs addressing issues of negligent security and civil justice for crime victims and serves on several 501(c)(3) organizations’ boards of directors dedicated to serving crime victims and their families and working to preserve and increase victims’ rights. Mr. Hewitt has an AV Preeminent rating - the highest possible attorney rating - received a “10 out of 10” ranking in Avvo and has been named, year after year, in the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

Isenberg & Hewitt attorneys have participated in state-wide, Georgia-based victim advocacy programs and legislation efforts as well as presentations on the national level prompting policy change and victim advocacy. Our attorneys often conduct seminars for victim advocates both in Georgia and across the country to help provide crime victims and survivors with the knowledge they need to lead survivors to civil justice. To date, our lawyers have litigated cases in Georgia, Florida, West Virginia, Ohio, Colorado, Texas, Nevada, New Jersey and California.

At Isenberg & Hewitt, PC, we have the experience to get you the results you deserve.

Why Civil Claims Matter for Crime Victims

• Accountability: Civil lawsuits hold negligent third parties responsible, even if the perpetrator is never convicted.
• Compensation: Victims can recover the financial and emotional costs of the crime through damages or settlements.
• Control: Unlike criminal cases, the victim leads the civil case with their own attorney, timeline and voice.
• Prevention: Holding negligent parties accountable helps prevent similar crimes from happening to others.

How Our Georgia Crime Victim Attorneys Help

Our approach combines compassionate advocacy, careful investigation and strategic legal action:

• Comprehensive Investigation: We gather police reports, witness statements, security footage and expert testimony to build a strong case.
• Identifying Liable Parties: We determine who failed in their duty - whether it’s a property owner, employer, organization or institution.
• Filing Civil Claims: We pursue lawsuits seeking compensation for medical bills, therapy, lost income, emotional distress and other damages.
• Collaboration with Criminal Proceedings: We coordinate with ongoing criminal cases to align strategies and protect your interests.
• Personalized Support: Our attorneys understand the emotional toll of violence – on both the victim and their loved ones. We handle every case with sensitivity, respect and confidentiality.

Crime Victims’ Rights in Georgia

At Isenberg & Hewitt, we are experts in crime victims’ rights. Every crime victim has legal rights to be informed, to be heard and to seek restitution. We stand beside our clients to make sure those rights are respected throughout the criminal and civil process.

Georgia’s Crime Victims Compensation Program can help cover expenses like counseling, lost wages and medical treatment. Our attorneys guide clients through the claims process to ensure they receive the full benefits available.

Talk to an Experienced Atlanta Crime Victim Lawyer

If you or someone you love has been the victim of a violent crime, you don’t have to face it alone. The attorneys at Isenberg & Hewitt are dedicated to survivor-centered advocacy, helping victims of crime pursue justice through the civil courts.

Call 770-351-4400 or complete our contact form today for a free consultation. Our experienced Atlanta crime victim lawyers can help you hold those responsible accountable and take the first step toward rebuilding your life.