Any time that someone gets into an accident at work or while driving a personal vehicle, it's guaranteed to be a bad experience. There's the possibility of injury, property damage, and even long-term psychological trauma. But for undocumented immigrants that get into accidents, those are often the least of their worries. For them, the fear of unwanted attention leads many to avoid seeking the help they need and ... Read More
What to Do if You’re in a Car Accident While on Vacation
A car accident can happen at any time, including when you are on vacation. Here at GA Injury Advocates, we understand the issue of an out-of-state car accident can be a stressful period of time. The most important tip we can give you if a car accident occurs when you are on vacation is to remain calm and follow a few simple steps to stay ahead of the game. In the minutes after a car accident takes place, you ... Read More
How the Courts Establish Jurisdiction in Georgia for an Out-Of-State Accident
Any time a work-related injury happens within the Georgia state limits, the state has jurisdiction over it. But that's not the only time Georgia may have jurisdiction over a work-related injury. In some cases, the Georgia State Board of Workers' Compensation may claim jurisdiction even when an accident has occurred out of state, which enables the affected worker to file for benefits under Georgia's Workers' ... Read More
Look in the Fish’s Mouth
A Miracle Parable to Learn From Many anglers will be out casting their lures this month, looking for the catch of the summer, or at least a great fish tale to tell. One of my favorite fish tales isn’t about “The Big One”; rather it’s a parable right out of the Bible, retold by one of my favorite personal development coaches, Jim Rohn. Though he passed away in 2009, Rohn was such a charismatic storyteller and ... Read More
Is It Legal to Drive Barefoot in Georgia?
Imagine that you’re cruising along in your car, obeying the speed limit, and using your turn signals appropriately. You can feel the gas and brake pedals under your feet because you’ve kicked off your shoes. Then a cop car approaches, and you get pulled over. If you’re like a lot of Georgia drivers (or drivers from any state for that matter!), you may be worried about getting ticketed for driving barefoot. If you ... Read More
Play Ball!
Georgia’s Premier Youth Sports Venue If you have young athletes in your life, LakePoint Sports is a must-see destination. The 1,300-acre campus is just 25 minutes northwest of Marietta by car. The massive indoor and outdoor venues include basketball and volleyball courts (both indoor and outdoor); a multipurpose field for soccer, lacrosse, rugby, and football; and even a three-lake wakeboarding park. That means ... Read More
4 Summer Blockbusters for the Whole Family
Don’t Miss These Flicks! Summer is back, and, thanks to the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, so are movies! This June and July, a host of family films will hit theaters and streaming services. Here are four to put on your must-watch list. ‘Vivo’ — Friday, June 4 (Theaters) If you loved “Hamilton” and your kids enjoyed the live-action “Mary Poppins,” don’t miss “Vivo”! This film tells the story of a musical Capuchin ... Read More
Easy Tuna Poke Bowl
This protein-packed recipe is the perfect dinner for two on a hot summer night when you don’t want to turn on the oven. Ingredients 2 tsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 2 tbsp orange juice 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced 10 oz canned tuna, drained 2 tbsp cilantro leaves, chopped 1 scallion, finely chopped 1 cup rice, cooked and cooled 1/4 cup avocado, cubed 4 cherry tomatoes, ... Read More
DIY or Buy?
The warm summer sun may be enough to beckon your family outdoors, but lawn games will guarantee hours of fun outside. If you’re handy, there are plenty of great lawn games you can make yourself. If not, buy an off-the-shelf alternative and enjoy the easy setup. Giant Jenga: Easy DIY All you need to build a giant Jenga tower are two-by-fours that are cut to length. If you’re handy with a saw, you can do this at ... Read More
The Money You Might Be Leaving on the Table
I often write about personal topics in this space, but a law topic caught my attention recently and I wanted to share. As a longtime personal injury attorney, there’s not a lot I don’t know about Georgia Law that relates to my practice. But every now and again, I learn something new that I know will be valuable to my readers, too. That’s why I want to talk this month about diminished value (DV) claims. Most people ... Read More