Georgia has entered another year with new laws on the books. Despite being marketed as “efficiency improvements” or “litigation reforms,” we believe this year’s legal changes will hurt Georgia crime victims, creating additional barriers for survivors of violent crime, negligent security and catastrophic injury. These reforms make it harder for victims to present their cases,
Death cannot stop a civil lawsuit. Neither the death of the victim nor the death of an assailant stops a civil action. Death only terminates a criminal prosecution, but the death of a perpetrator before or during civil litigation does not put an end to the proceeding. Q: So, what happens to the civil action
When pursuing justice through the civil court system, time matters. In Georgia, every type of civil claim has a statute of limitations with a deadline by which a lawsuit must be filed. Missing this window to file your lawsuit can mean losing your right to seek compensation, no matter how strong your case may be.
In recent years, tort reform has become a much-debated topic, with advocates claiming it will reduce unnecessary lawsuits and lower insurance costs. However, for victims of personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death and other violent crimes, these changes can pose significant threats to their ability to seek justice. It is crucial to understand how tort
For crime victims seeking justice beyond the criminal system, filing a civil lawsuit can be an empowering way to hold offenders accountable and secure financial compensation. While these cases provide a path to recovery, they often come with unique challenges that victims should be prepared for as they navigate the system. At Isenberg & Hewitt,
For victims of crime, the journey toward justice can be long and complicated, often involving criminal court proceedings and sometimes civil court cases. While many people are familiar with the criminal justice system, fewer understand there even is a civil process that can happen in parallel systems. Civil cases can begin before, during and even
Abuse and domestic violence often leave scars that last beyond the physical injuries, creating emotional and mental trauma, financial hardship and a diminished sense of security for victims of this horrible crime. For many survivors of domestic violence, rebuilding their lives is a long, difficult journey that requires more than emotional and physical healing. Taking
Legal documentation is the backbone of the civil law process. From the initial filing of a lawsuit to the final decision, the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of legal documents significantly influence a case’s outcome. Whether you’re a plaintiff, defendant, attorney or judge, understanding the role of legal documentation is critical to your case. This blog
In a contemporary legal practice, a significant number of civil cases are resolved through mediation. Mediation can often prove advantageous to the plaintiff, but there are disadvantages as well. While mediation does mitigate the inherent risks in a case, our experience tells us that using mediation without the risk associated with an unfavorable outcome can
In the first part of this series, we discussed the details behind the Title IX law, the difference between immunity and deliberate indifference, and our experiences with Title IX laws. The second part of this series will include who is covered under this law, what actions are prosecutable and the details surrounding Title IX claims. WHO