Ligon v. Bartis involved a personal injury matter which ultimately made its way to the Georgia Court of Appeals - twice.

The first decision was handed down in 2000. The case cite is Ligon v. Bartis, 243 Ga. App. 328, 530 S.E.2d 773 (2000). The issue at hand pertained to a motion to... View More

You can search through legal directories for attorneys experienced in real estate law. You can also look on the Georgia Bar Association website for attorneys who are members of the Real Property Law Section. Whenever you speak with an attorney, ask them for a list of cases relating to HOA law that... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2023

In Georgia, driver's license suspensions can occur for various reasons, including failure to address certain legal obligations or fines. If your license is suspended under the Rights and Responsibilities Act, it's essential to understand the specific circumstances leading to the... View More

Your claims against your ex spouse were likely extinguished with the settlement of your divorce case. Typically, marital settlement agreements will explicitly state that it resolves all issues resulting during the marriage between the parties.

If your note was accompanied by a Security Deed against the property, you can initiate foreclosure proceedings to force him to pay, otherwise you get the property. If you have the note only, you will need to sue on the note after making proper demand, if required by the note. Contact a Georgia... View More

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answered on Sep 4, 2023

Georgia has strict regulations on title loans. Interest rates for title loans in Georgia are capped at 25% per month (which is roughly equivalent to 300% annually). Therefore, if your title loan has an interest rate of 59%, it would likely be considered illegal under Georgia law.

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answered on Aug 28, 2023

If you have a promissory note that was due on 7/21/2020 and has not been paid, you have several options to consider. First, you could try reaching out to the debtor to remind them of the outstanding payment and discuss the situation. It's possible that there might have been a misunderstanding... View More

You should speak directly with an attorney. Because we cannot advise you to simply go pick up the child without knowing where and from whom, as the situation could pose a danger. You could involve the police and have them meet you to pick up the minor child with a copy of your court order. But... View More

In extremely rare circumstances, a court may hear an emergency matter on an ex parte basis where the other party does not need to be served prior to the emergency order. But in most cases, you will need to serve the opposing party prior to the matter being heard by the court.

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You could try reposting and adding Landlord-Tenant as a category. Some questions remain unanswered, but you might have better chances of a reply with the new heading. Good luck

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answered on Aug 17, 2023

Receiving a 1099-C, indicating a canceled debt, doesn't automatically prevent creditors from using arbitration to collect the remaining debt. The ability to pursue arbitration depends on factors like contractual agreements, state laws, and the statute of limitations for debt collection.

If there is an order from PA, even if it was settled, the settlement should have been made a part of the final order. When you say settled out of court, was the case dismissed? Because if the case was dismissed and there was never an actual order signed by the court, then there is no order that... View More

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answered on Aug 1, 2023

If the POA was revoked at the time of Deed execution then there was no valid conveyance. However if no interested party ever files suit to have the Deed declared void, then the purported conveyance remains of record. After many years the voidable Deed is cured. Contact a GA attorney now... View More

No, your sister cannot put it in her name solely. In order to transfer the property from your mother, a probate administration will have to be opened for your mother's estate. From the probate case, the property will either transfer to all of the children equally, or it will need to be sold to... View More

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answered on Jul 17, 2023

It's important to contact local law enforcement and report any threats or acts of harassment or stalking. They can investigate the situation and take appropriate action based on the evidence and applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

While laws vary from state to state, most... View More

Rule 22 of the Uniform Superior Court Rules for the Superior Court is strict in terms of its prohibition of recording devices allowed in court rooms. Generally speaking, recording devices are prohibited unless specifically authorized by the judge. But even assuming your mom was authorized to... View More

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answered on Jul 3, 2023

In a civil complaint seeking an injunction to recover possession of a dog, the court will consider various factors, including proof of ownership. If you have clear evidence that you purchased the dog and have been providing its medical care, it can strengthen your case

You would not need to amend the complaint, as the insurance company has entered the case as a matter of right under the law to defend itself and its insured. Unless the insurance company denies that the named defendant is insured by them, the insurance company will typically admit or stipulate to... View More

If you do not feel there is a valid basis for the motion to reconsider or set aside, you may file an opposition to the motion and point out the allegedly false information.

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. It looks like part of the question may have gotten left off. Good luck