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The Other Party Claims They Have No Money; Can I Still File a Claim? It is not uncommon for people to claim they have no money and no assets to deter the injured person from filing a claim against them. If you have been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, you should consider… Continue Reading
How Can I Negotiate a Higher Settlement Amount? If you are involved in a personal injury claim and have been offered a settlement amount, you may be wondering if you are obligated to accept their first offer. The first offer the insurance company tenders is typically just a starting point. In fact, insurance companies often… Continue Reading
How to Get a Supportive Witness Statement In the realm of personal injury claims, the witness statement can have a very important role. A third-party statement attesting to what happened can go a long way toward supporting your claim. Because witness statements are important pieces of evidence, you should be careful and thoughtful when obtaining… Continue Reading
How Can I Get Custody Rights? When a child’s parents divorce or separate, Georgia courts grant custody rights to one or both parents. There are two types of custody in Georgia: physical and legal. Physical custody rights grant the parent residential time with their child. Legal custody grants the parents decision-making rights in regards to… Continue Reading
What Does Equitable Distribution Mean? One of the most contentious issues in many divorces today is the division of marital property. Each state follows a different legal principle that governs the division of property during a divorce. Georgia recognizes the principle of equitable distribution. Under this principle, all marital property, also called community property, must… Continue Reading
Do I Have to See a Doctor to File a Claim? If you’ve been injured and are contemplating filing a personal injury claim, you may be wondering what warrants a personal injury claim and what you need to do first. If you feel your injuries are minor enough that they do not require medical attention,… Continue Reading
What Happens if I Get a Second DUI? Getting your first Georgia DUI can feel like a downpour of harsh consequences. You will face up to one year in jail, a fine of between $300 and $1,000, and will have your license suspended for up to one year, with a potential reinstatement after 120 days…. Continue Reading
What Happens When I Sign a Release? If you’ve been involved in an accident and the other driver was at fault you are entitled to compensation for your losses. If their insurance company is paying your settlement, you will be working with the insurance company directly on your claim. Dealing with big insurance companies can… Continue Reading
What Is Considered Separate Property? Marital property must be divided in all Georgia divorces. Georgia law provides that both spouses in a marriage have an interest in the marital, or community, property. Georgia is an equitable distribution state. Under this legal principle, all marital property must be divided equitably, or fairly, when couples divorce. The… Continue Reading
Establishing Fault in Auto-Accident Cases One of the most important elements of an auto-accident case is determining fault. The person at fault is liable for the losses the injured party sustained. A person can be at fault for an accident due to his or her negligence, recklessness, or intentional behavior. Proving who was at fault… Continue Reading
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