In a trip and fall action brought by a tourist against the City of Savannah, the City contended that, inter alia, the trial court erred by holding the Georgia Recreational
The Judge as the “Thirteenth Juror”
Who is the “Thirteenth Juror”? A panel of the Georgia Court of Appeals recently held that the trial court explicitly stated it would not reweigh evidence or judge credibility, and
Can the DOT be Found Liable for Overgrown Brush at an Intersection
Can the DOT be Found Liable for Overgrown Brush at the Intersection of a Tractor-Trailer Accident? A girl was killed when the car in which she riding collided with a
What is “Laches,” and When is a Defendant Served Too Late?
What is “Laches,” and When is a Defendant Served Too Late? A Georgia motorist and her husband brought suit against another motorist asserting claims for personal injury and loss of
Slip and Slide in the Store
The Georgia Court of Appeals recently granted an interlocutory appeal filed by a grocery store after a trial court’s denial of its motions for summary judgment and for reconsideration, in
Lack of Crosswalks Decreed Not Defective
Is a Lack of Crosswalks Designed to Protect Pedestrians a “Defect” under Georgia Law? The administrator of the estate of a pedestrian and his surviving minor child of (“the plaintiffs’)
Does Adding Blank Lines for a Notary Invalidate a Settlement Offer?
Does Adding Blank Lines for a Notary Invalidate a Settlement Offer? A Georgia driver appealed from a trial court’s denial of his motion to enforce a settlement agreement with the
What steps should I take immediately after a car accident in Atlanta?
Car accidents in Atlanta are an unfortunate but common occurrence. Between heavy commuter traffic, busy intersections like the I-285/I-85 interchange, and distracted drivers, accidents can happen in an instant. If
Should I contact a car accident lawyer immediately after a crash in Atlanta?
When the impact of a car accident shatters your daily routine in Atlanta, Georgia, your mind will likely race through a whirlwind of immediate concerns: Are you and your passengers
How does insurance affect my car insurance premium in Atlanta?
For drivers in Atlanta, Georgia, car insurance premiums are a constant consideration. They’re influenced by a myriad of factors, from your vehicle’s make and model to your zip code. However,