Because it is in the South, Georgia enjoys warm temperatures for many months of the year. Because many outdoor workers deal with the heat regularly, they may be unprepared to work safely when temperatures drop. In the winter, Georgia does get quite cold, and it is...
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Determining if Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help your business
When the subject of bankruptcy and business comes up, frequently people discuss Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 as options for companies when they fall on hard financial times. If you own a Georgia business and are experiencing financial problems, you may wonder if Chapter...
What is the purpose of workers’ compensation?
Workers in Georgia have certain protections under the law. These protections allow you to seek compensation if you're ever injured on the job. Harriss and Hartman Law Firm, P.C., can explain the purpose and various benefits of workers' compensation in greater detail....
Man claims his mother’s death was preventable
When people in Georiga lose a loved one, they often experience strong emotions as they grieve and learn to cope with an unexpected loss. However, this process becomes increasingly traumatic for people whose loved one passed away in conditions that were the result of...
The complexities of self-representation
The constitution of the state of Georgia explicitly allows participants in the court system to provide a defense to any charges for allegations. They could do this by representing themselves pro se or retaining counsel. People facing criminal charges often choose to...
Preventable sepsis still too common in nursing homes
As your parent grows older, you may find yourself in the middle of a confusing role reversal where you have the concerns and responsibilities of a parent and your parent is vulnerable like a child. You may wonder whether your parent is eating enough, worry about the...
How do I find legitimate credit counseling?
If you are someone with deep debt issues, watch out. There are many parties out there who will claim to solve your financial issues with their credit counseling services. However, some counselors are not legitimate and may try to scam you. Anyone who is looking for a...
What are your responsibilities if you have been injured at work?
When you are hired to work for your employer in Georgia, chances are you will be given materials that discuss how your workers' compensation benefits will function in a situation where you receive an injury or illness at work. It is imperative that you read through...
Can you get compensation for your accident?
Georgian residents like you can run into trouble at work no matter what your job is or what you're doing. To prepare for these incidents, most workplaces have workers' compensation policies or insurance. But are there any situations that these things don't cover? As...
Can you expunge your criminal record in Georgia?
A criminal record can cause significant and adverse complications on your life in Georgia, and may hinder you from obtaining gainful employment, gaining custody of your child or even obtaining credit or a home loan. For this reason, you may wish to have your record...