About Joseph Aaron
Joseph A. Fried is a founding partner at Fried Goldberg LLC, a prominent law firm located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm specializes in truck accident litigation, representing victims of truck and commercial vehicle accidents across the nation. Fried earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1993. Prior to that, he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from Oglethorpe University in 1990. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his legal career, which has spanned over two decades.
Admitted to practice in multiple states, including Georgia, Florida, New York, Tennessee, and Texas, Fried has handled cases in over 25 states. This extensive geographical reach allows him to represent clients facing the details of truck accident law. Fried Goldberg LLC has established a nationwide practice, focusing on securing justice for victims and their families. The firm is located at 3550 Lenox Road NE, Suite 1500, Atlanta, GA 30326. Fried's legal experience includes a significant role as a federal law clerk for Judge Avant Edenfield in the Southern District of Georgia in 1994. He also served as a part-time Magistrate Judge in Fulton County, Georgia, from 1994 to 2014.
His judicial experience has provided him with unique insights into the legal system, enhancing his ability to navigate complex litigation. Fried is board certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, a distinction that shows his expertise in this specialized field. In 2016, Fried co-founded the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, further solidifying his commitment to advancing the practice of truck accident law. His leadership roles within the American Association for Justice's Trucking Litigation Group include serving as past chair and executive board member. Recognized for his contributions, Fried received the Trial Lawyer of the Year award from the AAJ Truck Litigation Group in both 2013 and 2014. His written works, including "Understanding Motor Carrier Claims," now in its seventh edition, and the "Law Enforcement Guide to Truck Driving Safety Standards," are respected resources in the field.
Fried Goldberg LLC has achieved remarkable success in securing significant verdicts and settlements for clients. Notable outcomes include a $52 million verdict for a brain injury case in Georgia and a $31 million wrongful death settlement in North Carolina. Fried's expertise has garnered recognition in Best Lawyers in America since 2012, and he has been named "Lawyer of the Year" for Personal Injury Litigation in Atlanta in 2016, 2023, and 2025. As a faculty member at the Trial Lawyers College, he continues to share his knowledge and experience. Fried is also a member of the National Trial Lawyers Association's Trucking Trial Lawyers and the National Board of Truck Crash Attorneys. His work has been featured in national media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Washington Post, and The Los Angeles Times.
