167 Years of Glover Park Marietta Square is often called the “Heart of Marietta,” but Glover Park, located in the center of the Square, may be the city’s soul. For almost 170 years, Glover Park has been a place where families picnic under the many trees, children explore the playground, musicians play on the bandstand, and couples fall in love by the fountain. Generations of Marietta citizens have made memories in ... Read More
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What’s Your Decision?
The Guarantee to Success They never teach you how to run a business in law school. You graduate knowing how to practice law, but you have no idea how to run a practice. This is a problem a lot of professions deal with. Recently, I ate lunch with a chiropractor who I sometimes send referrals to. During the meal, our conversation turned to the challenges of running a business. At one point, he quoted an old saying, ... Read More
Understanding the Types of Damages Available in an Auto Accident Claim
In a personal injury case, you may seek compensation from whoever caused or contributed to those losses if you have suffered injury, property damage, or any other type of loss as the complainant. The legal term for such compensation is "damages." There are several different types of compensatory damages, but they are broken down into general or special damages in general terms. Compensatory damages Punitive ... Read More
Good Things Come to Those Who Wait
Much-Awaited Marietta Square Market Opens Its Doors First announced in 2017, the grand opening of Marietta Square Market has been pushed back a couple of times. Originally scheduled to open its doors in summer 2018, issues with easements and utilities in the converted warehouse caused a few delays. But when Marietta Square Market celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, March 28, it proved that good things come to ... Read More
Should You Go to the ER After an Accident?
Can a Visit to the ER Hurt My Case? This is a question we get from many new clients who come into our office the day after a car accident. If you are bleeding badly, have suffered from broken bones, or were told by an EMT at the scene of your accident that you should visit the emergency room, then you should go immediately. However, if you walk away from an accident and start to experience pain the next day, going ... Read More
What’s There to Fear in Failing?
Recognizing a Learning Experience A few weeks ago, I was talking to a young lady who used to work at the firm but is now training to become a cop. We keep in touch, and I’m something of a mentor to her. Recently, she applied to a position at the sheriff’s department, and part of the application involves an agility test that includes carrying 50-pound weight and climbing over a six-foot wall. In order to pass, you ... Read More
Hurt at Work? Do These 3 Things Immediately to Preserve Your Claim
Whether or not there are precautions put in place, accidents at work can and do happen. Injuries sustained by these accidents in the workplace can range in severity from minor lacerations and sprains to broken bones, amputations, severe burns, and even deaths. If you are you unlucky enough to be involved in an accident at work and suffer an injury, you can claim compensation. Read on to learn what you need to do in ... Read More
To Serve the Community
Marietta's New Park Celebrates the Legacy of Elizabeth Porter On August 31, 2018, the citizens of Marietta gathered together to celebrate the opening of Elizabeth Porter Park on 370 Montgomery St. NE. Every day since its opening, kids and families have filled the park, enjoying the picnic areas, trails, water fountains, and the city’s largest playground. The sight of the community finding joy at Marietta’s newest ... Read More
Beware the Birds (and the Limes)
Will City Ordinances Make Electric Scooters Safer? When Alfred Hitchcock warned about “the birds” he probably wasn’t picturing electric scooters. But the streets of Atlanta certainly felt like a horror movie last summer when thousands of electric scooters from Bird and other companies appeared overnight. New Rules for Electric Scooter Safety There are plenty of benefits to these readily available electric ... Read More
Spicy Salmon Tartare
RECIPE: SPICY SALMON TARTARE Ingredients: 1 8-ounce boneless, skinless salmon fillet 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1/4 teaspoon lime zest 1/4 cup cucumber, seeded and finely diced 1 1/2 teaspoons jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced 1 1/2 teaspoons shallots, minced 3/4 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh cilantro, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh chives, minced 1 1/2 ... Read More