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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Child Support for Georgia on
Q: Questions about an arbitrator's authority and abilities in Ga.

My ex and I are in a disagreement about the wording of parts of our parenting plan, and it is currently causing some financial burden for me and our daughter with bills that would normally be split between us and my ex not paying their portion (there have been no issues for the last 18 months with... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Oct 17, 2024

You don't want to hire lawyers but you posted a question to ask lawyers what they think? You all can go through any arbitration you want. But whatever comes out of that neither party has to abide by. So I'm not sure what would be the point. Not to mention an arbitrator can only... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: My wife had a calcium stem it test atl a local hospital and complications occurred. Can I file arbitration?

The complications resulted in test not being completed for identifying tumor activity in her pancreas and resulted in a stent being inserted into an artery the surgeon damaged. She was on the OR table for 7 hours. I was not informed of her status during the entire duration. A one night stay turned... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 12, 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, the short answer in a med mal action is that you could generally file suit, after satisfying the state's requirements for a certificate or affidavit (if... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law for Georgia on
Q: I settled for 5 grand in a mediation but my ex company sent me 8 grand. They asked me to take a picture of the check.

But my bank said that giving them a picture of the check is super weird. To just sit money aside. What should I do and can I get in trouble for not sending them pictures?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 17, 2024

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. No, I do not think you would get in trouble for that. But they could use it as a justification to delay a corrected payment. You could ask them why they aren't able to verify the amount of the check by you... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Georgia on
Q: Live in Ga, wife is divorcing after emotional cheating with coworker. Post discovery continued relationship, but said

She ended it. Discovery in feb and admission in Sep. has blam me for it, convinced mutual friends that I am not mentally stable resulting in isolation, misled couples therapist etc. I have offered options to reconcile even after the admission of lying about ending relationship. Instead she is... View More

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Nov 27, 2023

You can obviously make any allegations you want, the same as she. Whether the court will consider those allegations cruel treatment is up to the judge. At this point since you have completed some form of discovery, I would focus on preparing for trial. And if you can't hire an attorney, the... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Probate and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Georgia on
Q: What happens after you sign in mediation?

I have a signed mediation agreement and now the other party will not sign the final order to go to the judge and her lawyer keeps changing the agreement after mediation is over.

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Nov 6, 2023

If you have an attorney you should speak to your attorney about any changes the opposing attorney has attempted to make after mediation ended. If you are representing yourself you could file to enforce the mediated agreement. But there is not a form for that. If a final order was drafted by... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Georgia on
Q: For mediation can one of the parties delay the session and feeling that maybe he going overseas, bc he is selling house
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answered on Aug 15, 2023

Mediation schedules can be flexible to accommodate the availability of both parties involved. If one party is requesting a delay due to travel plans or other reasons, it's typically possible to reschedule the mediation session. However, the success of mediation often relies on both... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Georgia on
Q: Is it possible to have a second mediation after reaching and signing a mediation agreement?

Important issues were left out during mediation.

Alake Colwell Furlow
Alake Colwell Furlow
answered on Mar 25, 2023

It is unlikely the Court will order the parties to attend mediation again or that the opposing party will agree to mediate again. If there are issues that were not addressed, you can attempt to resolve those with the other side and come to an agreement. But having an attorney would have... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Civil Litigation and Tax Law for Georgia on
Q: Is there a U S Code similar to O.C.G.A. 24-4-23 (2010) 24-4-23. Presumption from failure to answer business letter?

I don't write letters often to Federal Agencies, however, wen I do, they almost always go unanswered for several months, or several years or in most cases - never. Just trying to get a feel for a viable defense if they come back one day down the road. Thanks.

Michael W. Horst
Michael W. Horst
answered on Nov 1, 2023

No. The Federal Rules of Evidence do not have a statute similar to O.C.G.A. 24-4-23. The closest would be FRE 301 but that would not likely help you in your specific circumstances.

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Real Estate Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Collections for Georgia on
Q: My condo association and I are at odds over assessments, fees, and interest. For water and association expenses,

I declared bankruptcy in 2016. I received a ledger from Lazega & Johanson, a collection law firm, very away after receiving my bankruptcy discharge. It stated that I owed them an absurd sum in association dues, which included fees and interest.

I discovered after looking at the charges... View More

Cristina M. Lipan
Cristina M. Lipan
answered on Sep 23, 2022

Per Bankruptcy Code 523(a)(16), these debts are probably not dischargeable in bankruptcy, so you would continue to owe them. Whether they represent an accurate balance of what you owe is a different issue.

I suggest clearly breaking down all charges and payments made (like a statement),...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Georgia on
Q: What does provide truthful testimony mean?

It’s on my court paper.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 6, 2022

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. In general nationwide, the meaning is pretty much what you'd expect it to be - offering truthful statements while speaking or being questioned under oath, usually in a courtroom setting.

But that's...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Husband wants divorce, found someone else after 21yrs. Moved out, got own place and we're still married.

We have 2 kids. He made me move to camden county after 19 yrs in Florida, he had me leave everything. Moved here had a kid, he feels tied down and don't like me nagging about his drinking. He's now in a relationship and moved out about 5 months ago. Doesn't want to give me half of... View More

Elizabeth Cruz Noellien
Elizabeth Cruz Noellien
answered on Mar 11, 2022

You will need to file for divorce so that you can request child support and a request of your assets such as the 401k, and alimony if you qualify to receive it. In addition to child support you should also request help paying for child care. If you are in Georgia, child care is added to the base... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Probate for Georgia on
Q: i have a confusing question

okay say this woman and man were married but only his name was on the house deed. They divorced and he married another woman. They seperate and he gets back with previous wife. but never divorces the other woman. but him and the first wife get back together (even though he still married to the... View More

Michael D. Birchmore
Michael D. Birchmore
answered on Dec 7, 2021

The answer to your question is very simple. With all the respect I can muster, you MUST meet with a real estate attorney to ensure that this effort is done properly. If it isn't, you will forever regret your mistake.

Q: Can you please help me on what the best thing to do is or can i get a attorney

My identity was stolen and used for business fraud. Also issues worth the epa and dtsc.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 10, 2021

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Your post is very brief and it could be difficult for someone to figure out what kind of attorney you're looking for. You could try reposting (don't include personal information - this is a public forum),... View More

Q: my car caught fire today at my workplace, I believe it was an electrical fire due to a recall on the 2017 NissnSen
Tristan Blain Morrison
Tristan Blain Morrison
answered on Apr 28, 2021

I'm sorry to hear about your car. If you were injured while working, then you have a workers' compensation claim. If the injury was serious, you should speak with a lawyer to bring your claim immediately. If you were not working, but you were seriously injured, then you will need a... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Georgia on
Q: Can I get a criminal trespass notification if I wasn't at someone's house or involved in a situation.

My boyfriends exwife took out a criminal trespassing warrant on us because she got mad at him when he dropped off the kids. I wasn't there and was at work but my name was on it too. Can she do that? Can I press charges for this?

Tracy S. Reeves Jr.
Tracy S. Reeves Jr.
answered on Nov 18, 2020

It appears as though you have a defense to the criminal trespass. Depending on the circumstances, she could be charged with filing a false police report.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Georgia on
Q: I have been married for 34 yrs. My husband had a mistress for 30 of those yrs.do I stand to gain more?

yes my way of life was changed overnite when we separated. His way of control. Thinking I wld ask him back. Has caused me 3 yrs of therapy etc.

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answered on Sep 10, 2020

If the cause of the separation was adultery, we can ask for more than 50% of the assets. If you were/are dependent on him for income, then alimony etc. would definitely be a consideration. We can discuss your options and best course of action when we get more details. Please call the office -... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law and Landlord - Tenant for Georgia on
Q: My apartment is seriously infested with roaches

They have had pest control come out but he isn't using proper chemicals for German Roaches. I had to throw out my microwave because a nest was in it, what are my options and rights

Paula J. Mcgill
Paula J. Mcgill
answered on Jan 13, 2020

You can sue the landlord in Superior Court to force a repair (AKA extermination of the roaches) and obtain damages for failure to repair. If you live in a rental house, you also have the option of informing the landlord that you intend to repair the situation yourself by hiring your own licensed... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Civil Litigation for Georgia on
Q: Course of action when a conspiracy to provide incomplete records pursuant to a subpoena request is discovered?

A subpoena request was made to a company (i.e. AT&T) to provide phone records. The company deliberately provided incomplete records under the direction of the entity who requested the subpoena.(i.e. police department)

The incomplete records were knowingly used to, obtain an arrest... View More

Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
answered on Jan 4, 2020

It is best to contact an attorney who can assist you with the details of your case. An attorney will be able to navigate through this much better than you can alone.

We are glad to assist you. Contact us whenever you are ready.

I wish you well.

-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.

2 Answers | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law and Divorce for Georgia on
Q: My ex wife was my conservator. She took my money and got me to sign a paper for a uncontested divorce.

She took $30,000 from our cd account and took my name off. She been sleeping with a guy at the shop she worked in. She appoint him to cut my hair. She left our residence to fellow her affair for a year and a half. Still getting paid for service, but not rendering services .Which ended in a child.... View More

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answered on Jan 2, 2020

You need to speak with an attorney about your situation. No one can give you advice about whether your divorce is proper and / or if you have any recourse about the funds taken until they review your paperwork and discuss your case with you.

--Regina Edwards | www.EdwardsFamilyLaw.com |...
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4 Answers | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Child Custody, Divorce and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: How do you file for more time to retain a lawyer if your spouse has filed for divorce? Judge gave 2 wks. I work FT!HELP

It was a Rule Nisi but the judge wouldn't hear it until mediation and only gave 2 weeks. Husband filed right before Thanksgiving and served ammended papers seeking Rule Nisi right before Christmas. He's trying for custody. Been so busy at work and have had to take time off to do all I... View More

Kim Ebert
Kim Ebert
answered on Feb 2, 2019

Contact a competent attorney today and let your attorney deal with the Court forevermore ;)

Otherwise, contact the Court. You’ll find yhe sooner you retain an attorney the sooner the plane has a pilot.

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