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By George C. Creal, Jr., Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyer On the evening of April 14, 2025, a high speed chase in Atlanta’s Little Five Points neighborhood turned deadly, leaving a community in mourning and raising urgent questions about the safety of such pursuits in urban areas. As an Atlanta personal injury lawyer, I’ve seen the devastating impact of reckless driving and…Read More
When you’re behind bars awaiting trial, every word you say on a jail phone can come back to haunt you. The Supreme Court of Georgia’s recent decision in State v. Brantley (S25A0208), decided on April 8, 2025, drives this point home with unmistakable clarity: if you’re incarcerated, you have no reasonable expectation of privacy in your jail phone calls, and…Read More
As a Georgia personal injury lawyer with over 25 years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how critical expert witnesses can be in securing justice for my clients. Whether it’s proving medical causation or navigating complex legal standards, understanding the rules around expert testimony is key to building a strong case. Two Legal resources Georgia Law of Torts - Trial Preparation…Read More
In Georgia, the rules governing when police can search your car during a traffic stop are rooted in the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, as well as Georgia state law and case precedent. Here’s a breakdown of the circumstances under which police can legally search your vehicle: 1. With Your Consent What…Read More
Losing a loved one to a workplace accident is a heartbreaking tragedy, often leaving families grappling with both emotional loss and financial strain. Georgia’s Workers’ Compensation Act offers death benefits to support dependents of workers killed on the job, providing a lifeline during an unimaginable time. As seasoned Georgia workers’ compensation attorneys, we’re here to explain what these benefits include…Read More
As a Georgia DUI attorney with over 25 years of experience, I’ve defended numerous clients facing charges of driving under the influence of marijuana. With marijuana legalization spreading across the U.S., understanding the science and legal landscape of marijuana-impaired driving is crucial. The 2017 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report, Marijuana-Impaired Driving: A Report to Congress (DOT HS 812 440), offers…Read More
When you’re pulled over on suspicion of DUI in Georgia, law enforcement officers often rely on the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test as part of the standardized field sobriety tests (SFSTs) endorsed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The HGN test checks for involuntary eye jerking nystagmus as you follow a stimulus, like a pen, with your eyes. According…Read More
Yesterday, March 20, 2025, the Georgia House of Representatives narrowly passed Senate Bill 68 by a vote of 91-82, bringing Governor Brian Kemp’s top legislative priority a sweeping tort reform package one step closer to becoming law. Touted by its supporters as a “common-sense” fix to curb “frivolous lawsuits” and stabilize insurance costs, this bill is anything but a win…Read More
As a seasoned Georgia DUI lawyer, I’ve spent years in courtrooms defending clients against DUI charges. One of the most critical aspects of a DUI case is the jury trial, where the ability to persuade 12 strangers in a felony case or 6 strangers in a DUI or misdemeanor case can mean the difference between a conviction and an acquittal. Drawing…Read More
As a DUI lawyer in Georgia with over 25 years of experience, I’ve learned that winning a jury trial isn’t just about presenting evidence it’s about understanding how jurors make decisions. Jonah Lehrer’s How We Decide (2009) offers a fascinating look into the neuroscience of choice, revealing how emotions and reason work together to shape judgments. In a Georgia DUI trial, where the…Read More