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Can Bankruptcy Stop Wage Garnishment in Georgia

October 12, 2026

Yes, bankruptcy can usually stop a wage garnishment the moment the case is filed because the automatic stay takes effect immediately. But that answer has limits: child support, federal student loans, and certain tax debts…

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Do You Get Drug Tested For Workers Comp in Georgia

October 9, 2026

No, you are not automatically drug tested after a workplace injury in Georgia. An employer with a qualifying drug-free workplace program can require testing after a lost-time injury, and the result can create a rebuttable…

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How Long Does It Take Workers Comp To Approve Surgery

October 6, 2026

In Georgia, when an authorized treating physician submits a complete Form WC-205 for surgical approval, the insurer has 5 business days to respond. If the insurer doesn’t respond within that period, the requested treatment is…

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Can You Be Fired For Filing A Workers Compensation Claim

October 3, 2026

Georgia is an at-will state, but you can’t lawfully be fired specifically for filing a workers’ compensation claim. By 1920, 42 U.S. states had adopted workers’ compensation laws, yet proving that a termination was retaliatory…

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My only income is Social Security. Should I still consider bankruptcy?

We often meet with people with debt problems whose only income is Social Security benefits.  In some cases, they are “judgment proof”.  That is, there is no way for their creditors to collect.  Other than…

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Five Common Questions People Ask During Bankruptcy

People end up buried in debt for many reasons. Yes, poor money management is the reason for some people’s plights, but debt issues are frequently caused by job losses, illnesses, divorces, or other personal life…

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Filing For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Doesn’t Mean You Have Failed

Chapter 7 bankruptcy is widely-known yet frequently misunderstood. Despite the connotation, bankruptcy is a very common legal avenue that is designed to help people who are under insurmountable debt. Though common, it is still extremely…

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Do I have to file a bankruptcy jointly with my spouse?

No, you are not required to file a joint bankruptcy case with your spouse.  You can file individually, you each could file separate cases if you wish, or you can file a joint case.  This…

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Save money every time you shop online

Shopping online is both a blessing and a curse.  We all have a tendency to impulse buy, ending up with a purchase we didn’t really want or need.  It’s just too easy to click! On…

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Beware Counterfeit eclipse glasses! Protect your eyes.

If you plan to use protective glasses to view the upcoming solar eclipse, BEWARE.  NASA has put out the word that some unscrupulous vendors are trying to make a quick buck by selling counterfeit or…

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Seeking Bankruptcy Help from Debt Attorneys in Athens Georgia

You’re in debt and you don’t know what to do. You or your spouse lost their job, you’re at risk of losing your home and your car and you can’t pay the minimums on your…

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Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Athens Georgia

When you’re struggling with a lost job, medical bills, tax debt, credit card bills or even a hefty car payment, bankruptcy may be the answer to your financial trouble. Bankruptcy laws were put in place…

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I may need to file a bankruptcy case. Will I lose my property?

Many people have the mistaken idea that they will lose all their property if they file a bankruptcy case.  NOT TRUE!  There are exemptions allowed for many different assets. 

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Can I file for Social Security Disability even if I’m still working?

This is a question we hear virtually every day.  Many people believe they could qualify for disability, but are afraid to leave their job and take a chance on pursuing a claim.  Here’s the reality….

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