Frequently asked questions

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 …