Families don’t look the same as they did 30 or even 10 years ago. Although traditional families still tend to be the norm, there is a greater emphasis and acceptance of a chosen-family. Sadly, Georgia law has not caught up with the new social norms which leaves many families unable…
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Vicky Bostick: How the Bostick Family Has Channeled Grief into Good
I recently had the distinct honor of representing Damien and D.J. Bostick for the death of their wife/mother, Vicky Bostick, in a rear-end collision by a tractor-trailer. We have resolved part of the case and now continue to fight for Justice for the Bosticks in another, separate products liability lawsuit.…
How Are Damages Calculated in Personal Injury Cases? Part III
Many people inadvertently downplay their accidents for many reasons. It makes sense that no one wants to be perceived as a “victim,” but when it comes to injuries caused by negligence, the best option is to file a claim. In this blog series, we have examined several ways in which…
DeKalb County DOT Creates Hazard and Then Just Leaves It
March 9, 2023 Michael L. Thurmond CEO, DeKalb County 1300 Commerce Drive Decatur, GA 30030 DeKalb County Board of Commissioners 1300 Commerce Drive 5th Floor Decatur, GA 30030 Re: Hazardous Situation at the Intersection of North Decatur Road and Oakdale Road Created by Installation of “Mini-Roundabout” Dear…
How Are Damages Calculated in Personal Injury Cases? Part II
An accident can impact someone’s life in ways that they never expected. In our last blog post in the series, we discussed damage calculation as it pertains to permanent or temporary injuries. In Part II of the series, we will discuss how medical bills and lost wages contribute to the damages…
Mother Honors Her Daughter’s Memory with Georgia State Law School Scholarship
Last month I had the distinct and unusual honor of being a guest of my client, Carelle Karimimanesh, at the Georgia State University Law School Scholarship Donor Luncheon, to recognize Carelle for creating a law school scholarship in memory of her daughter, Naiyareh “Nai” Karimimanesh, with proceeds she received as…
How Are Damages Calculated in Personal Injury Cases? Part I
After an injury, your mind is full of complicated emotions. While in recovery, the last thing you want to be concerned about is “How will I pay my bills after this?” Feelings can be especially bitter when your injury is caused by the negligence of another individual. Once everything is…
The Key to the Courthouse Door: The Critical Role of Contingency Fees in Our Civil Justice System
Often, when there has been a string of trial victories for the plaintiff, the defense bar overreacts and calls for a wholesale change in our Civil Justice System. This often includes a feigned outrage over plaintiff’s attorneys’ contingency fees, as if how a plaintiff’s attorney is paid for their success…
What to Expect If You’re Selected For Jury In A Civil Trial
Serving as a juror is an essential part of American citizenship. The sixth amendment of the United States Constitution grants every individual accused of a crime the right to an impartial jury, but did you know that you may also be called to serve as a juror in a civil…
Georgia Supreme Court Rebukes Georgia Attorney General’s Office for Lack of Integrity, Honesty and Professionalism
In what can only be described as a jaw-dropping, scorching opinion, issued on December 20, 2023, the Georgia Supreme Court soundly rebuked the Georgia Attorney General’s Office for lack of integrity in negotiations with the Federal Defender Program regarding when the AG’s office would resume executions of death-sentenced inmates. In…