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Many Georgians who contact my office about marijuana charges or medical cannabis questions also ask a deeper one: What does the Bible say about marijuana? Specifically, they point to Genesis 1:29 and wonder whether this ancient verse offers any moral or philosophical support for legalization. As a Georgia criminal defense and marijuana lawyer with over 30 years of experience handling…Read More
If you’ve been injured on the job in Georgia and your authorized treating physician (ATP) has referred you to a specialist or surgeon, you may wonder: Can that surgeon decide I’m out of work? Or can they release me back to full duty and stop my income benefits? The short answer is no. Under Georgia workers’ compensation law, only your…Read More
What the Reid Interrogation Technique Really Does — And Why It Should Concern Every Georgian A startling new experiment reported by our hero, Radley Balko, a notable criminal justice journalist, in The Intercept (April 23, 2026) should make every Georgia citizen stop and think about how police obtain confessions. Criminologist Paul Heaton took the famous Reid interrogation technique — the…Read More
As an Atlanta automobile accident attorney with decades of trial experience, I’ve learned one truth the hard way: the facts of a crash almost never change. Police reports, medical records, witness statements, and insurance adjuster notes are what they are. But what does change—and what decides whether my clients receive fair compensation or walk away with far less—is how those…Read More
If you or a loved one has been arrested for tobacco tax violations in Georgia, you are probably staring at criminal charges under O.C.G.A. § 48-11-25. These cases typically arise from allegations that someone possessed or sold unstamped cigarettes, loose or smokeless tobacco, cigars, alternative nicotine products, or vapor products with the intent to evade Georgia’s tobacco taxes. As a…Read More
If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Atlanta or anywhere in Georgia, the last thing you need is a surprise hospital bill for thousands of dollars more than your insurance actually paid. Yet it happens every week. Hospitals treat you, you hand over your insurance card (private or Medicaid/Medicare), and suddenly they send you a bill for the…Read More
At George C. Creal Jr., P.C., Trial Lawyers, we have spent decades defending clients across Cobb County and metro Atlanta against DUI charges — from first-time offenders to complex cases involving prescription medications, property damage, and refusal to submit to chemical tests. When a global icon like Tiger Woods makes headlines for a DUI arrest, it’s not just celebrity gossip…Read More
As Georgia's premier DUI defense firm, George C. Creal Jr., PC Trial Lawyers has spent decades fighting for clients facing life-altering charges. In an era where technology is reshaping every aspect of our lives, we're keeping a close eye on how AI and self-driving cars—also known as autonomous vehicles (AVs)—could transform the landscape of DUI cases and traffic offenses. Drawing…Read More
The Hall County DUI Attorneys at George C. Creal, Jr. P.C. Trial Lawyers, understand that facing a DUI charge in Georgia is one of the most stressful experiences you can endure. The stakes are high—potential license suspension, fines, jail time, and long-term impacts on your career and personal life. If you're already represented by an attorney but feel uncertain about…Read More
In the world of personal injury law, especially when it comes to DUI-related accidents in Georgia, timing is everything. The statute of limitations (SOL) sets a strict deadline for filing a lawsuit—typically two years for personal injury claims under OCGA § 9-3-33. Miss that window, and your chance for justice and compensation could vanish. But here's a game-changer that many…Read More