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Ernest Caskey Trammell
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My practice is devoted primarily to representing injured workers. With more than 43 years of experience, I have handled claims involving catastrophic injuries such as brain trauma, paralysis, amputations, joint replacements, blindness, burns, and disfigurement, as well as occupational diseases including byssinosis, silicosis, hard metals disease, Legionnaire’s disease, and bloodborne illnesses like hepatitis. I have also represented families in work-related death claims.
In addition to representing clients, I have shared my knowledge with other attorneys, teaching seminars on Advanced Workers’ Compensation in South Carolina and publishing materials on the subject.
I am proud to have earned the AV Preeminent® peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell® for over 20 years, the highest recognition for legal ability and ethics. I am also a Life Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, hold a perfect 5-star client rating on , and have achieved a 10.0 “Superb” rating from Avvo.
I was born and raised in Anderson, South Carolina. I attended public school in Anderson through the ninth grade, and then attended The McCallie School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where I graduated from high school. During my youth, I was active in athletics, church and Boy Scouts. While a Boy Scout, I obtained the highest rank of Eagle Scout and earned the God and Country Religious Award. I represented the United States at a World Boy Scout Jamboree in Japan. Throughout my teenage years, I played competitive tennis and earned many state rankings. My high school tennis team won the high school national championship.
I chose to attend college at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia so that I could play college tennis. While at Mercer, I was a four year letterman on the tennis team. I was also a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity and graduated with a double major in Business Administration and History.
I always aspired to be an attorney. My grandfather, for whom I am named, was a long time attorney. Upon college graduation, I enrolled at Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University. During law school, I was a member of the Mercer Law Review and served as Associate Editor of the law review publications. I graduated from law school in 1982 and returned home to Anderson to start practicing law.
I practiced in a partnership for 14 years, which focused on civil litigation involving personal injury, medical malpractice and products liability. As my law practice grew, I developed a keen interest in handling workers' compensation claims. In 1996, I formed my own firm with a goal of focusing my practice in the area of workers' compensation. While the attorneys with Trammell & Mills Law Firm, LLC represent clients with a variety of claims, I have primarily limited my practice to representing injured workers in workers' compensation claims.
In addition to practicing law, I have been active in community and civic affairs. I have always believed in giving back to the community that has been good to me. I have served on numerous boards and committees. I am a past Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Anderson Area YMCA and am currently serving as the Chairman of its Fund Development Committee. I also serve on the Board of Directors of the Blue Ridge Council of the Boy Scouts of America. I am a member of the Eagle Board of Review for the Six and Twenty District of the Boy Scouts. I am an active member of St. John's United Methodist Church and have chaired multiple church committees over the years and am currently serving as the Chairman of the Staff-Parish Relations Committee.
Ernest C. "Ernie" Trammell is rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell®, holds a 10 "Superb" rating from Avvo, maintains a perfect 5-star client rating on Lawyers.com, and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States.
Ernie Trammell represents clients injured in car accidents, by unsafe products, and other negligent acts. His work includes a product liability case that prompted a nationwide recall and redesign. He is known for strong advocacy and is dedicated to securing the maximum recovery for injured clients.
Ernie Trammell has represented injured workers across South Carolina, handling claims involving catastrophic injuries, joint replacements, occupational diseases, and workplace fatalities. He understands the challenges workers face after injury with securing medical care, wage benefits, disability.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
80%
43 years | 2,500 cases
Personal Injury
20%
43 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Awards
2017
Licenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 43 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 43 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
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Ernest Caskey Trammell's Reviews
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Posted by Heather | April 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent lawyer
Ernie represented me on a worker's comp claim. He did an excellent job! I would highly recommend him to all my family and friends! Thank you Ernie!
Posted by Richard | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Lawyer review
This law firm has been wonderful for me. I have used this law firm for my Workman Comp injuries, for my disability claim with social security, and when someone hit me in a head on collision. Everyone in that office is super friendly and will go out of their way to help you. Before settling, I had bee...
Posted by Tim | October 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hurt at work
I call MR Trammell and explained what happened to me and he said that I could come in and talk with him. After that I knew that he was working for Me. Needless to say he won my case and I'm doing a lot better now. Thank you for everything you and your staff done. Your's Truly MR Moore
Ernest Trammell
Replied last October 11, 2017Tim, Thanks for the very favorable review. It was my pleasure to represent you. If you have any future legal needs, please do not hesitate to call me. Ernie
Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Great lawyer
Mr. Trammell has given me great advice multiple times. I would recommend consulting with him if you have a question.
Posted by Lance Easton | August 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceeded Expectations!
Ernie Trammell and his firm are of the highest character and integrity. I would recommend this Law Firm to all who are seeking legal counsel. Professional, courteous and willing to go the extra mile on your behalf. Ernie represented me, and I had full faith in him for a favorable outcome. He exceeded...
Ernest Caskey Trammell's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Ernie my whole legal career. The reason I came to him was his reputation in the Anderson & upstate South Carolina community. He has been practicing Workers' Compensation law since the early 80's. Let that sink in for a minute. He is licensed to practice in GA & SC. Plus, he has been around long enough to know most of the tricks in the book. It doesn't cost you anything to run your work injury case by him but it could end up costing you a lot if you don't."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with my father, Ernie Trammell, on many workers’ compensation cases. With 35 years of experience, he is very knowledgeable of the law and is an outstanding teacher for me. His clients are incredibly loyal as he has handled multiple claims for many of them over the years. They subscribe to the theory that “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” because they keep coming back to him! He is the best (in my biased opinion)."
"I endorse this lawyer. When I have a hard workers compensation case, I call him."
Roy Trammell
Workers compensation lawyer
Floyd Mills
Personal injury lawyer
Henry Gallivan
Workers compensation lawyer
James Pruitt
Business lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2025
Lifetime Member of Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2024
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2023
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
Top 25 Brain Injury Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 25 Workers' Compensation Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Trammell & Mills Law Firm, LLC
1999 - 2011
Owner, Trammell Law Firm, P.A.
1998 - 1999
Partner, Trammell & Harbin
1996 - 1998
Owner, The Trammell Law Firm
1982 - 1996
Partner, Wright & Trammell Law Firm
Associations
2025 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumLifetime Member
1990 - Present
Injured Workers' AdvocatesMember
1983 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1983 - Present
South Carolina Association for JusticeMember
YMCA
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Blue Ridge Council of the Boy Scouts of America
Board of Directors
1981 - 1982
Mercer Law ReviewAssociate Editor
Education
1982
Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Mercer University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2002
Advanced Workers' Compensation in South Carolina
Selected Issues in Workers' Compensation Law
Publications
2015
South Carolina Injury Law Journal
Are You Covered By Workers' Compensation If You Fall At Work?
2011
South Carolina Injury Law Journal
Injured at Work in South Carolina? What you need to know. (Part 1)
2011
South Carolina Injury Law Journal
Injured at Work in South Carolina? What you need to know. (Part 2)
1981
Languages
English
Spanish