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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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Workers' Comp Settlement

Are You Getting the Fair Amount from Your Workers’ Comp Settlement?

Many Georgia employees believe that if they are injured at work, they are required to accept the settlement offered by their employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company. However, there are different types of worker’s comp settlements…

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Filing Issues to Consider when Pre-Bankruptcy Planning

Filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a big step. However, if handled correctly, it can mean a fresh financial start for you. With some careful planning before you file, you may be…

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Tips to Filing an Emergency Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Claim

We know that the decision to file for bankruptcy is never an easy one. Most people give it a lot of consideration before taking the step. However, in some cases you don’t have that luxury….

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What You Need to Know Before You File a Workers' Compensation Claim

If you are injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits in Georgia. However, there are things your Athens workers’ comp attorneys believe you should know before jumping headfirst into filing…

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Chapter 11 Is a Great Option for Small Businesses That Are Looking To Reorganize Business Assets

Small businesses often struggle with finances, sometimes to the point that they must seek relief through bankruptcy. While there are three choices (Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11) a business owner may be able…

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What Happens to My Mortgage After Bankruptcy?

Owning a home is a great achievement. Unfortunately, all of the hard work you have put into paying your mortgage may be at risk if you decide to file for bankruptcy in Georgia. What will…

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Social security athens ga

Consider These Tips If You Are Attempting To Collect Back Pay on Social Security Benefits

Social Security disability claims can take months or even years to process. Because of this lengthy processing time, claimants who are awarded Social Security or SSI benefits for disability will also typically receive “back pay”…

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Traumatic brain injury can occur on an on the job accident. Call Morgan & Morgan for information about filing your injury under workers compensation today .

Social and Psychological Factors of a Traumatic Brain Injury

Nothing is worse than being hurt on the job, especially if you suffer from an injury to the brain. Recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) extends well beyond the initial damage of such an ordeal. Surprising…

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Why You Should Refrain from Withdrawing from Your 401K During a Hardship

We all face financial hardship at some point in our lives. One very common remedy sought out by those dealing with unexpected circumstances like a personal injury, work-related injury or medical bills is to borrow…

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Bankruptcy Attorneys in Athens GA

Common Issues Faced by Companies Who Filed Bankruptcy

This blog will discuss the issues faced by companies filing for both Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. First, though, let’s cover the differences between the two types. When a company files for Chapter 7, it…

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