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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: How can a person petition the judge to erase and/or lower bond. No record, no income, homeless, mentally ill.

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

Robbie Levin
Robbie Levin
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.

www.LevinLawyerGa.com

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: I stayed at a hotel last night in Augusta Georgia, Baymont and the commode seat was zip tied on to the toilet and I was

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

James Clifton
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James Clifton
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

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: Me and my daughter were walking out of food lion when a buggy boy kept pushing the buggy’s and hit my daughter

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

Michael W. Horst
Michael W. Horst
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.

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Q: I was staying at walton Inn in monroe ga. And I was on the toilet as I walked out a piece of the ceiling fell on me

As I walked out. The whole ceiling fell

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Aug 20, 2024

What were your injuries?

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1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Wrongful Death for Georgia on
Q: What else can be done other than medical malpractice after a statute of limitations on a death?

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.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Education Law for Georgia on
Q: Do I have a case against the school? Or teachers involve?

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

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: Is it legal in North Carolina or Georgia to have remote new monitoring system used on you
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 15, 2024

It depends on the type of new monitoring system and the reason for it. Without more information, it is impossible to answer this questions.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: I have 4 days to file a lawsuit for my daughter who was injured her first day. Back In July 11, 2022. Please help
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 7, 2024

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but it's Sunday and you're saying you have four days to file a lawsuit. Do not lose time awaiting responses. First thing tomorrow morning (Monday), reach out to attorneys to discuss. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: How long is it appear for summary judgment case? Plaintiff
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 8, 2024

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It sounds like this involves motion practice, whose timetables in general nationwide is dictated by civil procedure rules. If you reached out to local firms, they should advise, as this is state procedural... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Georgia on
Q: can i find out if a lawsuit was fillied in my behafe in georgia,in fedral court.somewhere around 7 years ago or earlyer.

my name is daniel henderson,my sister may be on it her name is shelley olson or my mother donna elmore

Michael W. Horst
Michael W. Horst
answered on Mar 26, 2024

Yes. All federal court cases may be found on-line through a system known as Pacer. Here is the link:

https://pacer.login.uscourts.gov/csologin/login.jsf?court_id=00idx

You will likely be required to create a log in and password.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Traffic Tickets, Gov & Administrative Law and Wrongful Death for Georgia on
Q: If unsanctioned signs on the dot right of way are blocking my view of traffic, who is liable?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 1, 2024

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It could depend on the nature of the signs and extent of obstruction of visibility they created, and who exercised control over the site. Additional details would be useful to enable a more detailed analysis. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Small Claims for Georgia on
Q: Clayton County, GA. I want to collect a judgement. FiFa already filed. What should I file for post-judgement discovery?

I won a judgement in Magistrate court in Clayton County, Georgia. I have filed the FiFa. I am trying to figure out what I need to file for post-judgement discovery so I can garnish wages, bank accounts, and property. I have read that I will need the defendant to disclose this information in... View More

Sabrina A. Parker
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Sabrina A. Parker
answered on Jan 2, 2024

You can file Post Judgment Interrogatories to Defendant and Request for Production of Documents.

1 Answer | Asked in Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: Is everything barred under workers compensation?

I was working as an auto mechanic for the city. Mechanic A, approached me stating.that another mechanic, Mechanic B, needed me to come to the training field so he can show me how to operate a backhoe. I get in the John Deere gator with Mechanic A, he’s the driver--we head to the training... View More

Tristan Blain Morrison
Tristan Blain Morrison
answered on Oct 26, 2023

Based on the facts provided, your workers' compensation lawyer is (probably) correct, but we don't have all the facts, so it's hard to tell. If the driver of your vehicle worked for the same company (or governmental agency) as you, then the exclusive remedy rule would likely bar... View More

4 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: Do I have a good case?

I was rear ended while sitting at a light. The impact cause moderate car damage, immediate neck & back pain, a concussion( continuous headache for 2 1/2 days) and aggravated my pre-existing neurological condition which cavernous ingioma which is the malformation of vessels over the brain which... View More

James Clifton
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James Clifton
answered on Oct 24, 2023

When you are rear-ended in a car, liability almost always lies with the car that struck you from the rear. Absent an exception to the general rule or negligence on your part, liability has been presumptively established against the other driver. Any accident that causes a concussion is serious.... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: I was rear ended. Immediately had neck pain, back pain. Have pre/existing neurological condition. Is this a strong case

I have occasion hemorrhage over brain. Accident caused light headiness, feeling of brain swelling with tightness in my face plus lips tingled. Neurologist said the rattle of brain inside skull in rear end collision cause my pre-existing condition to regress backwards. Neurological symptoms lasted 6... View More

James Clifton
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James Clifton
answered on Oct 24, 2023

Even if you have a preexisting condition, any aggravation to that condition or additional damage is the responsibility of the at-fault party. Schedule a free consultation so your medical records can be fully assessed. Don't wait too long though because the statute of limitations is 2 years for... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: ADA rights in Civil court ? informed judge of disability; found atty; he needed 1day delay for hearing. Request ignored

Had given note to judge of disability from doctor with request also.

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

In the United States, individuals with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure equal access to the judicial system. This includes accommodations in civil court proceedings. It's concerning that your request for a one-day... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Georgia on
Q: Are medical bills directed to deceased victim resulting from head on auto accident consider restitution ?

How about if some medical bills were paid by the deceased's group health policy and/or a portion forgiven by the hospital?

James Clifton
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James Clifton
answered on Oct 12, 2023

Restitution includes any expenses that result directly from the crime. Medical bills are definitely recoverable. If automobile insurance does not cover the losses, you should discuss other possible avenues to recoup the damages from the loss of a loved one. Schedule a free consultation to make sure... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: A Personal Injury Attorney, representing the plaintiff in a motor vehicle accident, has filed a complaint/lawsuit

The defendant/respondent has had the opportunity to file an answer and has done so with a MOTION TO DISMISS. My questions are these? Is the plaintiff's Attorney REQUIRED to respond to the motion to dismiss and if so is there a specific deadline to respond to that motion to dismiss (i.e. 30... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 3, 2023

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week, and time is generally of the essence in motion practice in any jurisdiction. Court can dismiss, but that could depend on the court and the motion. It looks like you may be represented by an attorney. If that's the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation for Georgia on
Q: In a Worker’s Comp case involving a workplace injury resulting in 2 fingertips being amputated

And with an eval indicating a 27% impairment..what would be a reasonable settlement amount? Is there a fee schedule or other index that I can reference?

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answered on Sep 28, 2023

There are multiple factors that influence settlement value of a Worker’s Compensation claim. It’s best to speak with a reputable Worker’s Compensation attorney in order to get the best deal and have peace of mind about your decision. Even if it is 27% impairment to the hand, there are a lot... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Georgia on
Q: When a Personal Injury Attorney (motor vehicle accident) files a complaint/lawsuit on behalf of the plaintiff...

and the defendant/respondent has had the opportunity to file an answer and files with a motion to dismiss, is the plaintiff's Attorney required to respond to that motion to dismiss? And if yes, does the Attorney for the plaintiff have a certain deadline to respond to that motion to dismiss... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Sep 27, 2023

An attorney should respond, though it is possible there might be rare reasons no to.

The court might automatically dismiss the case, or part of the case, for a failure to oppose.

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