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Dalton Lawyers at the Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines

An injury, a workplace accident, or a criminal charge is hard enough without a language barrier on top of it. The Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines represents people in Dalton and across Whitfield County in personal injury, workers’ compensation, and criminal defense matters, all in English and Spanish. Matthew Hines is a trial attorney who builds cases to win in front of a jury.

The Dalton office is the firm’s north Georgia home, part of a practice with 13 attorneys and seven locations. Whatever brought you here, you can talk it through with someone who has handled cases like yours before.

Call our Dalton office at (678) 310-2800 for a free consultation, in English or Spanish.

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The Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines in Dalton

The Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines is a bilingual Dalton law firm handling personal injury, workers’ compensation, and criminal defense cases across Whitfield County. Dalton is home to one of Georgia’s largest Spanish-speaking communities, and the firm was built to serve exactly those families, with every step of a case handled in the client’s own language.

For clients who speak Spanish, that in-house approach matters at the moments that count. An insurance recorded statement, a deposition, or a hearing in front of a judge is not the place to rely on a translation app. The people building your case are the people who speak your language.

A few things shape how the firm works:

  • Trial-first representation. Matthew Hines prepares cases as if they are going to trial, which strengthens a client’s position whether the case settles or reaches a verdict. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
  • Fully bilingual service. English and Spanish are handled in-house, not through an outside line or a translation plugin.
  • Real local roots. The Dalton office serves northwest Georgia, with sister offices across metro Atlanta.

Personal Injury Claims in Dalton

The firm represents Dalton clients hurt by someone else’s negligence, from car and truck wrecks along I-75 to slip-and-fall injuries, dog bites, and serious or catastrophic harm. In Georgia, most injury lawsuits must be filed within two years of the injury under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, so it helps to speak with a Dalton car accident lawyer early. The firm does not handle medical malpractice cases.

Common injury matters the Dalton office handles include:

  • Car, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian, bicycle, and rideshare collisions
  • Slip-and-fall and other premises liability claims
  • Dog bites
  • Spinal cord, burn, amputation, and traumatic brain injuries
  • Wrongful death

For a fuller look at how these cases work, visit our Georgia personal injury page.

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“Thank you all for the help during the time of uncertainty , very attentive and very professional group of individuals especially Julian who is a very great part of the team. Took time out of his day to reach out to you either through email or phone call. Your questions will be answered. Thank you all for the great help. 🙏🏽”

Juan Pesina
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“They are a team of very responsible, kind and dedicated professionals, they were always aware of all the details of the case and keeping us informed about each step we should take, I recommend them 100% Thanks so much, Great job”

Vanessa
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“They are an excellent team, they always attended to all my concerns, defending my rights and representing me throughout the process.  they always made me feel calm and trusting of them.  I highly recommend them.  They met all my expectations.”

Arianna Carrizo
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“Helped me so much during my accident. I recommend this firm to everyone I know and meet they’re just that amazing and I love that their team is bilingual!!”

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Workers’ Compensation Claims in Dalton

If you were hurt on the job in Dalton, workers’ compensation may cover your medical care and part of your lost wages, no matter who was at fault. In a city built on carpet and flooring manufacturing, plant and warehouse injuries are common, and a Dalton workers’ compensation attorney can step in when a claim is delayed, denied, or cut short.

Georgia gives injured workers a short window to act. You generally must report the injury to your employer within 30 days and file a claim within one year under O.C.G.A. § 34-9-82.

A workers’ compensation case often involves:

  • Reporting the injury and filing the correct forms on time
  • Getting medical care approved and paid for
  • Recovering a portion of lost wages while you cannot work
  • Pushing back when benefits are denied or stopped

Learn more on our Georgia workers’ compensation page.

Criminal Defense in Dalton

The firm defends people facing criminal charges in Dalton and throughout Whitfield County, and criminal defense is one of its most established areas of work. An arrest does not decide the outcome, and having a trial attorney review the case early can shape what happens next. The firm does not handle record expungements.

Charges the Dalton office defends include:

  • DUI
  • Drug felonies
  • Assault, including simple assault, aggravated assault, battery, and family violence
  • Sex crimes, handled with discretion and care

You can read more on our Georgia criminal defense page.

Talk with a Dalton attorney today. Call (678) 310-2800 for a free consultation in English or Spanish.

Serving Dalton and Whitfield County

From its Dalton office, the firm represents clients across Whitfield County and northwest Georgia. Injury and criminal cases here are typically heard at the Whitfield County Courthouse on North Selvidge Street, part of the Conasauga Judicial Circuit, while workplace-injury claims move through the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation.

The Dalton office regularly helps clients in:

  • Dalton, Tunnel Hill, Varnell, and Cohutta in Whitfield County
  • Chatsworth and the rest of neighboring Murray County
  • Communities along the I-75 corridor in northwest Georgia

See every location and service area on our Georgia office locations page.

Why Dalton Clients Choose the Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines

  • A trial attorney at the head of the firm. Matthew Hines tries cases through to verdict, so insurers and prosecutors know the firm is prepared to litigate rather than accept a quick, low offer.
  • Built for a bilingual community. In a city where so many families speak Spanish first, the firm offers real representation in Spanish, not a translated form or a call-back from a service.
  • One firm for three kinds of trouble. Injury, workplace, and criminal matters are handled under one roof, so you are not sent hunting for a different office if your situation involves more than one.
  • Familiar with local courts. The firm’s attorneys appear in Whitfield County and know the judges, procedures, and pace of the courthouses where Dalton cases are decided.

Dalton Legal Questions Answered by Our Attorneys

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Does the Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines have an office in Dalton?

Yes. Dalton is the firm’s north Georgia office and serves clients across Whitfield County and the surrounding area. It is one of seven offices, with the others located across metro Atlanta.

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Can I get help in Spanish at the Dalton office?

Yes. Most of the firm’s clients speak Spanish, and the Dalton team handles cases in Spanish from the first call through any court appearance. You are not routed to an outside translation line.

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What kinds of cases does the Dalton office handle?

The Dalton office handles personal injury, workers’ compensation, and criminal defense matters. It does not take medical malpractice cases or record expungements. If you are unsure whether your situation fits, a free consultation is the quickest way to find out.

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How much does it cost to speak with an attorney?

The first consultation is free. For personal injury and workers’ compensation cases, the firm is paid only from money recovered in the case, so there is no upfront cost. Criminal defense fees depend on the charge and are explained clearly before you decide.

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What areas does the Dalton office serve?

The firm serves clients throughout Whitfield County and northwest Georgia, including nearby Murray County. You can see every location on our Georgia office locations page.

Ready to Talk It Through?

The hardest part is often the first call, especially when you are worried about bills, a court date, or being understood. That call is free, and it comes with no pressure to hire anyone.

Reach the Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines in Dalton at (678) 310-2800, or send a message through our contact page, and talk with someone who will handle your case in the language you know best.

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678-846-3161

Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines 1100 Circle 75 Pkwy SE, Suite 1200, Atlanta, GA 30339

Austell

678-359-6025

Law Offices of Matthew C.Hines 5000 Austell-Powder Springs Road, Suite 282 Austell, GA 30106

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678-990-8905

Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines 175 John W. Morrow Junior Pkwy Gainesville, GA 30501

Fayetteville

678-972-1521

Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines 101 Beckett Ln Ste 402 Fayetteville, GA 30214

Marietta

678-679-4076

Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines 680 Powder Springs St SW #106-A, Marietta, GA 30064

Dalton

706-661-8263

Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines 1614 E Morris St, Dalton, GA 30721

Norcross

706-661-8296

Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines 2190 N Norcross Tucker Rd Suite 104A, Norcross, GA 30071

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