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What does the Second Amendment to the U.S Constitution actually state?
“A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.” The reader should note that the U.S. constitutional guarantee set forth above does not include the right to possess any specific type of firearm.
I live in Georgia and receive child support from my ex-spouse. How do I get my child support increased?
You will need to have your divorce decree modified. To accomplish this, you will have to file a petition for modification of child support with the court. In order to prevail, you will have to show the court that your financial situation has worsened, your ex-spouse’s financial situation has improved, or the needs of your children have increased since […]
I am a small business owner in Georgia that recently experienced a loss due to employee theft. What can I do to recover my losses?
If the employee, ex employee I presume, is being criminally prosecuted, contact the assistant district attorney or solicitor handling the criminal case and notify them in writing of the amount of your loss and that you want restitution as part of the sentence of the court. You should also review your business insurance policies and determine if there is coverage for […]
I am a Georgia resident and was in a car accident and injured. Who should I submit my medical bills to for payment?
I would submit your medical bills to your health insurance provider. If you do not have health insurance, read your automobile insurance policy to see if their is medical payments coverage. If there is medical payments coverage under your automobile policy, then submit your medical bills to your automobile insurance carrier. If you were not the at […]
Can you provide an update on the fungal meningitis cases that were caused by tainted steroid shots for pain?
The company that has been targeted for producing and distributing the tainted steroid shots is New England Compounding Company of Framingham, Massachusetts. Lawsuits are now being filed against the company as a result of some of the tainted steroid shots that originated from its facilities. Apparently, the steroid shots are being administered in various states by […]
Do I need a lawyer to review the documents a reverse mortgage company has asked that I sign?
The short answer is yes. Reverse mortgage agreements are detailed, complex, and not easy to understand. Additionally, the potentially devastating financial impact that these contracts may have on those who are unfamiliar with the legal impact of the terms and conditions contained in these documents may result in a financial loss, including the loss of your home. The New York Times […]
I live in Georgia and recently received a steroid injection. I am feeling ill. Do I have a claim?
Yes, you may have a claim. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local health departments, and the Food and Drug Administration are investigating a multistate meningitis outbreak of fungal infections among patients who have received a steroid injection of a potentially contaminated product into the spinal area. Several patients suffered strokes that are […]
I was injured in a car accident where the other driver was at fault and had no insurance. Am I out of luck as far as being compensated for my injuries?
Yes, you be may out of luck. However, please review your own automobile insurance policy. If you have uninsured motorists insurance coverage (UM coverage), then you may have an avenue for recovery of compensation for your injuries. UM coverage, which is a type of coverage within certain automobile insurance policies, provides coverage for the insured where the insured has been […]
My spouse and I have been married ten years. How will a divorce court divide our property?
In Georgia, the court or jury will divide the parties marital property in an equitable manner. Marital property is generally that property aquired during the marriage by either spouse by means other than gift or inheritance. An equitable division means a division that is fair considering all the circumstances of the spouses. That does not necessarily mean an equal division. Please consult an […]
The insurance company told me that the amount of my diminished value claim for my damaged automobile is set by an insurance company formula. Is that true?
No, that is not true. The value of your diminished value claim is generally determined by the age, condition, and mileage of your vehicle before the damage to the vehicle. Please consult an attorney to discuss the facts of your case so that your rights will be fully protected. Please contact Rumsey & Ramsey at (770) […]