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Three FAQs Concerning 1031 Exchanges – Q&A With Steven A. Cornelison

Q:  Do I have to reinvest more than my equity (sales price less mortgage) when I sell an investment real property to use Section

Reviewing Your Estate Plan After an Out of State Move – Q&A With J. C. Highsmith, Jr.

Q: Are the estate planning documents I signed while living in another state still be valid now that I’ve become a Georgia resident? A:

Addressing an Estranged Child in Your Will & Trust – Q&A With J. C. Highsmith, Jr.

Q: If I don’t want my estranged child to receive an inheritance at my death, do I need to leave them a minimal amount

Financial Best Practices as We Age – Q&A With J. C. Highsmith, Jr.

Q: Should I add my adult child’s name to my bank account if I become too ill to pay my own bills? A: No,

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

4 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Georgia Personal Injury Lawyer

After suffering harm in a personal injury accident, you have the right to seek legal representation and recover compensation for the physical, emotional, 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

7 Most Common Injuries Resulting From Slip and Falls

Our Trial Team at Stewart, Melvin & Frost understand the frustration of suffering severe injuries in a slip and fall accident. When another person or entity

Should I Settle My Personal Injury Claim or Sue in Court?

If you have suffered an injury or lost someone you love in an accident caused by a negligent party, you may believe you have

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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