Legal Briefs

Getting Selected for Jury Duty

Almost all of us have gotten that envelope in the mail with the words Jury Summons across the front. It’s the way American citizens

Why Workers’ Compensation Insurance is Good for Business

Almost every business in the United States that has employees must deal with the question of workers’ compensation. Most states, including Georgia, require employers

How an Attorney Can Help When You are Buying or Selling a Home

Home buying is a complex process and even more so when it’s your first home. No doubt, buying a home will be the largest

What to Consider with Non-Compete Employment Contracts

With the economy doing well and unemployment low, companies are competing for employees. When entering an employment agreement, one area to consider is a

Difference Between Guardianships and Conservatorships

For some, legal protection may be necessary even after they have entered adulthood. It could be an injury, medical condition or mental illness that

Why Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning Is Not a Good Idea

We are a ‘Do-It-Yourself’ society. We’re going to try to save money and fix that leaky faucet ourselves. Sometimes that works, but other times

Depositions Are a Key Part of Lawsuits

A deposition is a device commonly used in the “discovery” phase of a lawsuit, before trial. All parties in a lawsuit, through their attorneys,

What to Expect When Going Through a Divorce

Beginning the divorce process is a stressful time filled with uncertainties. Understanding the process can be helpful in calming your fears. How cooperative or

Understanding Property Boundary Line Laws

Most neighbors get along well but sometimes disputes arise over boundary lines when plants are planted, or a fence is built along a boundary

Responsibilities of a Guardian or Conservator

In and earlier blog, we discussed that sometimes it is deem necessary for a person to have legal protection after they have entered adulthood

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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