Dylan Annis - Vernis & Bowling

Dylan Annis, Esq.
Attorney
Vernis & Bowling of Atlanta, LLC 30 Perimeter Park Drive, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30341
Phone: (404) 846-2001
Email: DAnnis@Georgia-Law.com
Fax: (404) 846-2002
Website: www.national-law.com
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Verdicts and Dispositions

Gwinnett County Defense Verdict
Kimberly Sheridan and Dylan Annis (Atlanta, GA) (Fraud/Gross Negligence) obtained a Defense Verdict on behalf of their client, a laser academy, in a bench trial in Gwinnett County, Georgia.

Plaintiff set forth claims of fraud and gross negligent torts arising from her experience at a local advanced laser technology academy. The case proceeded to a bench trial at which point the Plaintiff further alleged she was assaulted and included additional breach of contract claims.

Ultimately, the Judge felt the Plaintiff did not meet her burden of proof and entered a verdict in favor of the Defendant.
Doris Rivers v. S&W Services of Atlanta, Inc.
Kimberly Sheridan and Dylan Annis (Atlanta, GA) (Premises Liability/Negligent Security) obtained Summary Judgment in Dekalb County, Georgia. Plaintiff alleged she tripped and fell on an unidentified wire or clothes hanger in a tow yard and impound lot.

Plaintiff filed suit on a theory of premises liability and negligent security. Defendant filed its Motion for Summary Judgement on the grounds (1) Plaintiff failed to establish a hazard existed because she could not identify what caused her fall; (2) Plaintiff failed to show Defendant had actual or constructive knowledge of this alleged hazard; (3) Plaintiff assumed the risk of injury when she walked by several posted signs warning to “watch about when walking” and “caution”; and (4) Plaintiff provided no evidence of any criminal conduct giving rise to a claim for negligent security.

Plaintiff opposed Defendant’s motion arguing that Defendant had constructive knowledge of the hazard because an unidentified employee was seen on a tractor driving around the tow yard picking up trash, Defendant’s inspection checks and guidelines were not documented, and the warning signs did not state that there was a presence of wires on the ground.

At oral argument, Defendant established that actual knowledge was undisputed and there was a lack of evidence the alleged employee was in the immediate vicinity of Plaintiff’s fall. Defendant further established that Plaintiff did not allege that Defendant’s inspection procedures were not reasonable or properly carried out. Defendant also provided evidence that Plaintiff acknowledged she was warned before entering the tow yard and proceeding at her own risk.

Ultimately the Court agreed with the Defense and entered Summary Judgment in its favor.

Areas Of Practice

Automobile Liability (PIP/PD/BI/UM)
Civil Litigation
Liability Defense
Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Negligent Security
Premises Liability
Trucking
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Liability

Bar & Court Admission

Georgia Bar
Superior and State Courts of Georgia
Georgia Court of Appeals
Supreme Court of Georgia

Education

Graduate:
John Marshall Law School, J.D.
Honors: Cum Laude
Undergraduate:
Kennesaw State University, B.A. Marketing

Dylan T. Annis was born and raised in Dacula, Georgia. After receiving his B.A. in Marketing from Kennesaw State University, Dylan earned his J.D. from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School graduating cum laude and among the top of his class. While in law school, Dylan clerked at an accomplished litigation firm where he earned significant experience litigating personal injury cases. Following passage of the Georgia Bar Exam, Dylan began his practice representing individuals at a small litigation firm located out of Atlanta, Georgia. Dylan made the switch to the defense side where he uses his prior experience to represent Defendants in general liability, premises liability, automobile liability, commercial vehicle liability, insurance coverage, amusement park accidents, and other liability matters.

Dylan’s passion to help others during uncertain and confusing situations was the drive behind Dylan’s decision to attend law school and enter practice. Dylan believes in approaching each case as a partnership with his clients, not just an opportunity to handle their case, but to help them understand and navigate the process to achieve the best legal outcome.

Dylan currently resides in metro-Atlanta where he enjoys playing golf, attending Braves games, and playing with his two dogs.

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