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At the Law Office of George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., we are committed to defending our clients’ rights in DUI cases across Gwinnett County and beyond. A recent Georgia Court of Appeals decision, Watters v. The State (A25A0087, decided June 13, 2025), highlights critical issues in DUI law, particularly regarding blood tests and implied consent. While the case resulted in an affirmation…Read More
Case Overview: In Dates v. City of Atlanta, the Georgia Supreme Court addressed whether the minor tolling provision under OCGA § 9-3-90(b) applies to the six-month ante litem notice requirement for claims against municipalities under OCGA § 36-33-5. The case arose after Kierra Dates’s minor son, J.D., was injured by a falling tree branch at a City-owned park, and her lawsuit…Read More
By George Creal, Georgia Personal Injury Lawyer On June 5, 2025, the Georgia Court of Appeals issued a significant ruling in Thakkar v. Parikh (A25A0588, A25A0589), a case that blends complex business dealings, allegations of fraud, and a staggering punitive damages award. In this post we summarize the case, break down the court’s findings, and provide an in-depth analysis of…Read More
When facing DUI charges in Holly Springs, Canton, or Cherokee County, understanding the latest legal precedents is crucial. As an experienced DUI lawyer, George Creal closely follows cases that shape DUI defense strategies. One such case, The State v. Collins (A25A0286), decided on May 28, 2025, by the Georgia Court of Appeals, overturned a trial court’s decision to suppress evidence…Read More
George Creal, Georgia Vehicular Homicide Lawyer Case Overview: In State v. Wierson, the Georgia Supreme Court addressed whether evidence of a defendant’s medication non-compliance is admissible to challenge an insanity defense in a vehicular homicide case. Michelle Wierson, charged with vehicular homicide and reckless driving after a fatal crash caused by speeding, pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity. The Court considered…Read More
For: George Creal, Georgia Criminal Lawyer Case Overview: In Stephens v. State of Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court addressed a constitutional challenge by 20-year-old Thomas Stephens against OCGA § 16-11-126(g)(1), which prohibits individuals aged 18 to 20 from obtaining a weapons carry license and carrying handguns in public, except in limited circumstances. Stephens argued that the statute violates Article I, Section I,…Read More
As a seasoned Atlanta DUI lawyer, I’ve seen firsthand how shifts in alcohol consumption trends can impact legal landscapes. A recent article by Ty Tagami for Capitol Beat News Service (May 16, 2025) highlights a seismic change in Georgia’s beverage market: beer sales are tanking, and hemp beverages are taking off. This trend isn’t just reshaping happy hours it’s raising critical…Read More
As a seasoned Atlanta DUI attorney, I am committed to staying informed about scientific advancements that impact DUI defense. A recent study, “The Alcohol Breath Test in Practice: Effects of Exhaled Volume” by Joseph C. Anderson and Michael P. Hlastala (J Appl Physiol, 126: 1630-1635, 2019), provides critical insights into the limitations of alcohol breath tests (ABTs). This article, which…Read More
On May 13, 2025, the Supreme Court of Georgia issued a pivotal decision in Statham v. Quang et al., a case that clarifies the scope of vicarious liability for physicians supervising medical students during surgical procedures. This ruling, documented in the court’s opinion (S24G0842), is a must-read for Personal injury attorneys in Georgia, particularly those handling medical malpractice cases. For George Creal, whose…Read More
On May 13, 2025, the Supreme Court of Georgia issued a significant decision in Cox-Ott v. Barnes & Thornburg, LLP (S24G0739), reshaping the landscape of legal malpractice claims in the state. This case clarifies the standard for holding attorneys liable for professional negligence and eliminates the problematic "judgmental immunity" doctrine. As a personal injury attorney, I believe this ruling is crucial for…Read More