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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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Second Bankruptcy in Georgia

Can I Declare a Second Bankruptcy in Georgia?

Bankruptcy is not a word many of us like to hear. It brings with it numerous negative connotations. However, sometimes bankruptcy can’t be avoided. When your finances have gotten out of control, you may not…

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Chapter 13 Filing

What Happens at the End of My Chapter 13 Filing in Georgia?

Filing for protection under bankruptcy laws isn’t an easy decision. Besides deciding whether or not to file, you must also consider whether to file for Chapter 13 protections or Chapter 7. That’s merely the beginning…

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Chapter 13

What Debts Does Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Cover in Georgia?

When you file bankruptcy in Georgia, you have two choices for filing. You can file a Chapter 7 petition, or you can file a Chapter 13 petition. While both forms of bankruptcy offer relief for…

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car accident

Can Filing for a Georgia Bankruptcy Discharge Debt Incurred as a Result of a Car Accident?

When you are considering bankruptcy, you are likely in such a financial bind that you are trying to eliminate as much debt as possible. Your attorney will likely explain that some debt is dischargeable and…

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Can I Buy a House While in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Athens, GA?

Right now, this question is more pressing than ever. As of December 30, 2020, mortgage rates were at all-time lows. These low rates will probably not last. If the coronavirus pandemic fades in 2021 and…

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File Bankruptcy in Georgia

How to File Bankruptcy in Georgia

Unlike most other civil actions, consumer bankruptcy almost always starts with a voluntary petition. The V-word is significant. Debtors chose if and when to file. That control continues throughout the process. In most cases, debtors…

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Buy a House After Filing Bankruptcy

Can I Buy a House After Filing Bankruptcy in Georgia?

In a word, yes. In fact, many people can buy houses before a judge discharges their bankruptcies. When someone asks can I buy a house after filing bankruptcy, they should know some of the biggest…

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How Long Does Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Last in Georgia?

Technically, most Chapter 13 bankruptcies last either three or five years. But their positive effects often last a lifetime. Lee Paulk MorganLee Paulk Morgan With more than 41 years of experience in the areas of…

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workers compensation

Types of Worker’s Compensation Settlements

Worker’s compensation cases often end in settlement, but the type of settlement and the types of benefits covered by a settlement can vary depending on the type and severity of the injury. To ensure that…

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Bankruptcy Lawyer

A Bankruptcy Lawyer Covers What Property Is Exempt from Creditors in Georgia?

When you are filing for bankruptcy, or even if you are simply struggling with your monthly bills and wondering whether you’re going to continue to be able to make ends meet, the questions abound. One…

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