Frequently asked questions

What should I do if my abusive ex is threatening me and/or my children?

Family Law

Harassment in family court is not unusual. When child custody disputes and divorce tear families apart, you may be wondering …

Where can I get a copy of my divorce decree or other documents filed in my case?

Divorce

Your divorce decree is the legal documentation that states your marriage has ended. You may need to get a copy of your …

What's the penalty for contempt of court?

Family Law

Contempt of court is a legal proceeding that seeks to resolve matters in which a person has failed to meet the court’s requirements …

Who pays for the rental car after an accident?

Car Accidents

Even when your vehicle is severely damaged or totaled in a collision, your life must go on. That means you …

How do you fix an incorrect police report?

Car Accidents

When you have been involved in a car accident, proving liability based on a preponderance of the evidence is crucial …

Can a trespasser sue for injury?

Premises Liability

When someone suffers an injury when trespassing on someone else’s property, in most cases, they can’t sue for their injuries, but there are some exceptions. …
Wrongful death vs. survival action: What’s the difference?

Wrongful Death

If you’ve recently lost a loved one in an accident caused by another’s negligence, we want to …
Does homeowner's insurance cover personal injury?

Personal Injury

Maybe you’re a new homeowner who plans to have guests on your property. Maybe you’ve owned your …
Can I sue the property owner if I get hurt or assaulted on private property?

Premises Liability

If you were injured after an assault on someone else’s property, you may be …
If the truck’s cargo caused the accident, can the driver still be liable?

Truck Accident

If you’ve suffered an injury in a truck accident that was caused by a shift in the materials …
How do truck accident investigations work?

Truck Accident

You might be 100% certain you didn’t play any role in causing the truck accident that resulted…
What should I do if the semi-truck insurance company contacts me after the accident?

Truck Accident

If you’ve been involved in a car accident with a semi-truck, it’s likely that the truck’s insurance …
How does the Affordable Care Act affect a future settlement?

Nursing Home Abuse

The Affordable Care Act affects the maximum award that plaintiffs in medical …

Do you sue the doctor or the hospital for malpractice?

Medical Malpractice

A car is considered a “total loss” or “totaled” if its actual cash value before the accident …

What are my legal options if my car insurance lapsed and I had an accident?

Car Accident

As a licensed driver on Georgia roadways, you’re required to carry car insurance …

Can the insurance company force you to total your car?

Car Accidents

A car is considered a “total loss” or “totaled” if its actual cash value before the accident …

What are some ways to protect my loved one’s assets from financial abuse?

Nursing Home Abuse

An unfortunately common crime against an elderly person is  …

Can you sue a doctor for losing your medical records?

Medical Malpractice

Ignoring or delaying the release of medical records can be deadly …

What happens if I'm partially at fault for a car accident?

Car Accident

Discouraging as it may be, it’s actually common for more than one driver  …

What happens after deposition in a personal injury case?

Personal Injury

An unfortunately common crime against an elderly person is  …

What is a "release" in a settlement?

Personal Injury

Ignoring or delaying the release of medical records can be deadly …

I’m not happy with my medical care. Is it malpractice or just a bad health outcome?

Medical Malpractice

If you recently had a medical procedure and you’re not happy with the way it …

How are wrongful death settlements paid out in Georgia?

Wrongful Death

There’s no worse experience than suffering the tragic death of a loved one due to …

What rights does my loved one have in their nursing home?

Nursing Home Abuse

You’ve made the hard choice to place your loved one in a nursing home, now  …

Who pays for medical bills while my car accident case is pending?

In Americus, Georgia, you are responsible for paying for your medical bills from car …

How do I report nursing home abuse in Georgia?

Although we expect that the elderly are well cared for when they’re in a nursing home or assisted living facility …

Are wrongful death damage awards taxable?

A wrongful death suit allows the decedent’s surviving family or estate to receive financial compensation …

How does life insurance affect a wrongful death claim?

Wrongful Death

If you’ve suffered the tragic loss of a loved one due to …

How do I obtain medical records from the nursing home where my loved one was hurt?

Nursing Home Abuse

Georgia law gives authorized persons the right to seek …

Can you sue a hospital for early discharge?

Unfortunately, sometimes patients are discharged early, leading to other serious medical problems and sometimes …

What are my legal options if my car insurance lapsed and I had an accident?

Car Accident

As a licensed driver on Georgia roadways, you’re required to carry car insurance …

When is an autopsy necessary in Georgia?

An autopsy is a thorough investigation used to determine the medical cause of death …

How are personal injury settlements paid out?

Personal Injury

One of the most common questions we receive from our clients is, “How are personal …

Why shouldn’t I just accept the trucking company’s insurance settlement?

Truck Accident

Have you suffered an injury in a truck accident caused by someone’s negligence? You might be …
What do I do if my ex does not comply with the divorce decree?

Divorce

In legal matters, the ideal scenario is that all parties follow the court’s ruling and requirements. That does not always happen …