Legal Briefs

How to Determine Liability After a Boating Accident in Georgia

Boating is a largely popular recreational activity, especially on Georgia lakes. Much like other types of vehicular accidents, you may encounter negligent boaters and

What Are Your Rights After a Georgia Truck Accident?

Georgia is not only infamous for its beautiful lakes and culture but, sadly, for tragic semi-truck accidents. Due to the proximity of semi trucks

Compensation Available in Georgia Boating Accident Claims

Georgia has some of the most renowned lakes and reservoirs in the southern United States. Whether you are fishing out on Lake Rabun, enjoying

SMF Trial Team’s Diligence Leads to Nearly $1 Million Settlement in DUI Car Accident Case

The Trial Team at Stewart, Melvin & Frost recently resolved a difficult personal injury case that brought their client 10 times more than initial

How Much Do I Need to Pay for a Car Accident Lawyer?

If you are in a car accident involving legal action, it is not uncommon for insurance companies to try and lowball you on your

Georgia Car Accident Statistics in 2020

Traffic accidents are one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and Georgia is no exception. Thousands of victims lose their

Average Settlements for Car Accident

After a car accident, your insurer — or the insurer for the negligent driver –  or both – may be responsible for paying for

Stewart, Melvin & Frost Fights Hard as Advocate for Car Accident Victims

The recent settlement in a 2021 rear-end car collision that injured a man’s back offers a perfect example of why victims need an car

When to Get an Attorney for a Car Accident

No one expects to be in a car accident, and most of us do everything to avoid one. Unfortunately, there were nearly 2 million

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Case in Georgia?

After suffering an accident, clients often feel stressed, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next. However, it is essential to know your rights so that you do not lose your chance to hold the negligent party responsible for what they did to you. In Georgia, in most…

Bill Would Remove Vital Protections During Home Closings

By Scotty Ball Under the guise of efficiency and cost savings, some lawmakers in Georgia are pushing to let out-of-state notaries conduct real estate closings online. It is a terrible idea that would destroy critical protections for Georgia homebuyers…

Anna Adams Orkins Named to 2022 “Georgia Super Lawyers” List

Super Lawyers has named Stewart, Melvin & Frost partner Anna Adams Orkins as a 2022 Georgia Rising Star. It is the second straight year that Orkins has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. After years of practicing law in the areas of wills, trusts…

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Case in Georgia?

After suffering an accident, clients often feel stressed, overwhelmed, and unsure what to do next. However, it is essential to know your rights so that you do not lose your chance to hold the negligent party responsible for what they did to you. In Georgia, in most…

Bill Would Remove Vital Protections During Home Closings

By Scotty Ball Under the guise of efficiency and cost savings, some lawmakers in Georgia are pushing to let out-of-state notaries conduct real estate closings online. It is a terrible idea that would destroy critical protections for Georgia homebuyers…

Anna Adams Orkins Named to 2022 “Georgia Super Lawyers” List

Super Lawyers has named Stewart, Melvin & Frost partner Anna Adams Orkins as a 2022 Georgia Rising Star. It is the second straight year that Orkins has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. After years of practicing law in the areas of wills, trusts…

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