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We're in the state of Georgia. She hit a very low pole that you could not see over the hood of her bus. I believe there might have been minor injuries but no child was kept in the hospital overnight. I'm not sure if any children were even taken to the hospital at all since it was more of... View More 
answered on Dec 24, 2019
This is a good question that involves a situation where someone was on the job when involved (and at fault) for an accident. In cases like this the employer is going to generally be responsible for the employee's negligent conduct. This is the legal principle of respondeat superior.... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2019
A Georgia attorney would be able to advise you in the best possible manner, but your post remains open for two weeks. I didn't see a question (part of your post may have gotten cut off in uploading), but if you are wondering if you have the basis for a personal injury claim, more information... View More
The ex-boy friend's drug dealer keeps contacting the daughter to sell her drugs.
the daughter has been in and out of therapy several times. My friend's daughter is a wreck and the mother would like to sue this gigolo.
answered on Dec 6, 2019
This is an unfortunate situation. More information is needed before an answer can be given. For example, is the daughter a minor? It is best to consult an attorney as soon as feasible.
We are glad to assist you. I wish you well.
-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.
I was driving my spouse’s company car and was involved in an accident 22 months ago. I had permission to drive the car and was told by a company representative that as a spouse I was covered by the automotive insurance policy because my spouse also uses the vehicle for personal use. Yesterday I... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2019
It is best to consult an attorney versus going through the insurance company. An attorney will work to protect your interests, and the insurance company’s primary objective is to protect their own interests.
I wish you well.
-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.
answered on Nov 30, 2019
I hope you're okay. Although your question is posted in the Personal Injury section, if you were injured in the course of your employment, you should consult with a Georgia workers' compensation lawyer. Many of them offer free initial consults. You could find one here (under... View More
I fired my attorney because he was wasting my time and once he was fired the other party insurance finally paid damages to State Farm. I recovered my deductible but was out of pocket almost 1000 for car rental. I missed a numerous amount of work, I have whiplash and will never be the same
answered on Nov 16, 2019
A Georgia attorney could advise you best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a general matter, reputable insurance companies do not issue false payments. They'll pay what they determine they owe if they concede liability, and if they don't concede, they'll deny the... View More
Back in January 2016 I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Prior to being diagnosed , I'd go to Alabama to help my aunt around the house and her huge backyard maybe twice a year. I know for sure my aunt used weed killer because I always remember seeing it while we completed task.... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2019
I'm sorry for your ordeal. Health problems from exposure to weed killer is the basis of class action lawsuits currently taking place. Go and the Internet and research law firms that are handling these cases. Ask your aunt to preserve containers and packaging for whatever weed killers she used... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2019
This is a legal malpractice question. There is a separate section for that.
Tim Akpinar
Landlord/Tenant issue
answered on Oct 27, 2019
If a Defendant has claims against the Plaintiff that arises out of the same transaction and occurrence, the Defendant must file a counterclaimat the time an answer is filed unless the matter is in Magistrate Court. You have additional time to file it in that court.
Check the rules or... View More
It was later (still open) I was brutally assaulted physically & sexually... bar owners had law enforcement come to arrest me for trespass after I expressed what had just happened. I was forcefully drug down the steps & put into solitary confinement (my rape kit was postponed) they didn’t... View More
answered on Nov 23, 2019
You need to contact an attorney As Soon As Possible. You are entitled to a vigorous defense, and we are glad to assist you. Contact us today.
I wish you well.
-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.
Had spine operation .. Discharge info. given for rehab. was wrong. Patient portal info was never updated to show important information. No post ortho rehab. was setup for weeks, i had to push issue. I don't feel i healed properly considering their incompetence of post-op care. I'm... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2019
A Georgia attorney could answer your question best, but your post remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for the frustration you endured following surgery. However, an attorney would likely need more information to make a meaningful assessment. The nature of the discharge information or patient... View More
My 1999 F250 is totaled and our deck and stairs need repair. We paid t have tree removed from house and truck.A tree on rockdale county right of way fell when the wind got up pretty bad on june 23 2019. I have been denied due to no proof sent in with my claim from bymarcus williams, rick... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2019
Generally in Georgia, the owner of a tree is liable for injuries from a falling tree only if he knew or reasonably should have known the tree was diseased, decayed or otherwise constituted a dangerous condition. A landowner who knows that a tree on his property is decayed and may fall and cause... View More
It was mutual agreement between him and i on me doing the job
answered on Sep 19, 2019
He may or may not be depending on a number of issues. You need to speak with a workers' compensation attorney first who will let you know if you are covered. Depending on that answer, you will need to speak with a personal injury attorney -- who may be one in the same. But either way,... View More
I reported the abuse to Cherokee County Georgia's child protection services caseworker. Who ignored it. I ran away short time later in fear for my safety because the caseworker told the foster parent I told her about the abuse,which got worse because of that. I was punished and thrown in... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2019
Foster parents are considered state employees for purposes of the Georgia State Tort Claims Act. OCGA § 50–21–22(7). However, OCGA § 50-21-24, provides that, "The state shall have no liability for losses resulting from: ... (7) Assault, battery, false imprisonment, false arrest,... View More
The police gave me citation number: M933789 o.c.g.a $ 40-6-43 with a trailer. He insisted that I was trying to beat the trailer from making his right turn. What happen was that i was behind the trailer on the left lane and i thought I saw his emergency lights on so I switched to the right lane to... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2019
It sounds like the officer didn't want to decide and just gave both drivers tickets in order to let the traffic court judge sort it out. It may be that a judge hearing your story, presented calmly and in detail, perhaps with supporting photographs, would dismiss your ticket or find your not... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2019
Resolving a lien at the end of a personal injury case is generally something that's more in the control of the medical provider than it is the plaintiff. Your attorney could try to negotiate with the hospital to see if they are willing to accept a reduction in their lien. Also examine how the... View More
the insurance sent a copy over to me in an email I never received a copy form the hospital billing company can that make the lien null and void.
answered on Sep 26, 2019
The answer in your individual case may depend on details of facts that I do not have. However, there is a Georgia case holding that a hospital's lack of strict compliance with hospital lien perfection statute by filing its verified statement three days late may not render the lien... View More
Exit interview for making the team or being cut, no parent was present, it was in a closed office in which he spoke harshly in an aggressive tone and made her cry. She wasn’t cut made the team but found out 4 months later he had recorded her... not sure if he recorded all players for their exit... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2019
OCGA § 16-11-62 (https://law.justia.com/codes/georgia/2010/title-16/chapter-11/article-3/part-1/16-11-62) provides:
It shall be unlawful for:
(1) Any person in a clandestine manner intentionally to overhear, transmit, or record or attempt to overhear, transmit, or record the... View More
My name is Daniel Huertas and I really need your help for the past 20 plus years the Cherokee county Georgia courts and CPS have violated neglected and ignored my rights Not only am I a sexual abuse surviver drugged and sexually abused by a Cherokee county Georgia foster parent Sherri Jo Wilkes in... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2019
You have a case but you also have a statute of limitations issue. Contact the Ga. Trial Lawyers Assn and ask for the names of attorneys who have or are handling priest abuse cases.
They know the exceptions to statute of limitations but suing the state is always an issue because of... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2019
Google them; find their address. Phone them to verify it. Address the letter to Risk management.
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