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Witness to shootout between patron n police clerk failed to tell 911 there was a gun until after the patron was killed by police in front of me
answered on Nov 11, 2024
Under Georgia law, there can be no recovery for emotional distress unless you also suffered a physical injury. Georgia has what is known as the Impact Rule. This Rule provides that in order for a person to recover for emotional distress, there must be (1) a physical impact to the victim, (2) the... View More 
My boyfriend has a restraining order against him between him and his son. i work for a contractor for school system, i am over 3 schools as cleaner/supervisor. The sons wife has went to the principal and has had me removed from working at the 1 school because her son goes there. There is no order... View More
I have before and after pics of my procedure. I was to have a completion of a CBL and bring my scars completely around down my buttocks. Was told it would lift my buttocks and pull down flank area fat. He was to lipo area and then cut and pull up/down to remove back fat. All he performed was... View More
answered on Nov 12, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It isn't clear if what you describe rises to the level of medical malpractice. Med mal lawsuits generally involve a departure from a duty to provide a prescribed standard of medical care. What you describe... View More
And 4th Amendment Violations?
This is a lie. I never worked there. EVER. I didn't know they said this til after my rights were terminated and I asked for my file for a appeal. What should I do? This was in Seminole County Georgia.
I was sent to long term inpatient MH treatment without a risk and needs assessment, and it created more MH issues/made them worse.
Skyshalo chair... had it 1 month 5 days. Bottom plastic broke where the legs screw in. I had to be seen at urgent care for a sprained knee. I was 4 weeks out from having a total knee replacement surgery. Now I'm back to using a walker because of the knee sprain. Walmart has been no help
03/21 accident / 10 months physical therapy
01-22 cervical mri
02-22 lumbar & thoracic MRI
03-22 Emergency room visit for rectal prolapse.. I left because of fear and anxiety of the examination process.. filed for disability
04/24 disability hearing... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It looks like you had around 10 months of physical therapy following the 3/21 accident. That's not problematic - it's typical. Cervical, lumbar, thoracic series in 1/22 and 2/22 - presumably that's... View More
Someone was shot it says victim related offense on the incident form
answered on Oct 10, 2024
The term "victim-related offense" on an incident report typically refers to the criminal offense that directly affected the victim in the case. It identifies the nature of the crime that resulted in harm or injury to the victim. This could include serious charges like aggravated assault,... View More
Person was wrongfully arrested. Officers did not do Justice by making an arrest. Person was experiencing a mental crisis, officers offered no assistance helping with that fact, even after the family pleaded to allow them to go back to the mental health facility or another family members home.... View More
answered on Oct 8, 2024
You can file a Motion for Bond Modification. I would suggest hiring a criminal defense attorney to help you fo this.
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
Following an accident in which a vehicle is totaled, the owner of the totaled vehicle is entitled to the fair market value (FMV) of the vehicle at the time of the crash. In other words, if your vehicle had a FMV of $5,000 at the time of the crash, $5,000 is all you can recover no matter the amount... View More
Not aware and slipped off because it broke and i hit my neck on the side of the counter what should be my next step because I did get injured
answered on Sep 21, 2024
First, seek medical attention for your injuries. Inform the management of the hotel so that an incident report can be made. Take notes and pictures from the scene of the accident so that you have proof of the harmful condition of the property. Last, schedule a free consultation so that you are... View More
Indemnification, it says if the insurance company or their driver gets sued by anyone related to my injuries , such as medical provider or any other person or entity then I have to defend and reimburse the insurance company or driver for any further action or costs , including any attorneys fees .... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2024
Indemnification clauses (also known as hold harmless agreements) are standard in every release signed by a personal injury claimant. In fact, it would be shocking if the insurance company failed to include such a clause in the release.
In terms of of the court action, I assume you are... View More
I am being told that the current injury case is being downplayed because this accident “aggravated “ existing conditions..NOT TRUE.. I was completely healed from the accident of 4 years ago but now the insurance adjuster are using that to lowball my claim offer. My question is, is there a... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney on any state-specific rules, the GENERAL approach applied nationwide in the type of situation you describe is that the plaintiff relies on the opinion of a... View More
As I walked out. The whole ceiling fell
He had more buggy’s than what the straps could hold he saw us walking out and kept going, when I told him he bit my daughter he said huh and walked off
answered on Sep 5, 2024
From your question it sounds like the Food Lion employee was negligent. Assuming your daughter was injured, Food Lion would be responsible for your daughter's medical bills and pain and suffering. I suggest retaining a personal injury attorney to pursue your daughter's claim.
answered on Sep 5, 2024
This statute (O.C.G. A. § 33-24-41.1) addressed instances when there are two insurance policies which apply to the same claim. It allows for a claimant (i.e., the injured person who is asserting the claim) to recover the policy limits from the primary policy and then pursue a second policy. The... View More
My son was assaulted at school by a young lady. The school failed me as a parent, he went to school fine and came home with a bloody black eye. Reached out to them. It took them two days to talk to the young lady. My son went to school with daily because it was his senior year. This has taken a... View More
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answered on Jul 27, 2024
You might have a case against the school and the teachers involved. It's important to document everything, including your son's injuries, the timeline of events, and your communications with the school. Schools have a responsibility to ensure the safety of all students, and failing to... View More
No one will take the case and I'd like other options even if it's to try and hold the healthcare facility accountable in the future for other patients.
answered on Aug 16, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. I'm sorry for the wrongful death. Some general options might include complaint, investigation, etc., depending on circumstances. A local attorney could advise more definitively after discussing in detail with... View More
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