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John Strupe’s Video Story of Three Little Pigs – Fiduciary Responsibilities for the Board of Trustees for Non-Profit Organizations
Stewart Melvin & Frost – Estate Case Successful in the Georgia Court of Appeals
Eric WilbornKristin Kole BloodworthEric Wilborn and Kristin Kole Bloodworth, Stewart Melvin & Frost attorneys, recently assisted a client with resolving an estate dispute that eventually made its way from Probate Court to Superior Court, then ultimately to the...
Strupe Selected For Leadership Hall County Class of 2023
John P. Strupe, a law partner at Stewart Melvin & Frost, has been selected for the Leadership Hall County Class of 2023. John is one of 43 participants in this year’s class. A program of the Greater Hall Chamber, Leadership Hall educates emerging and existing...
Understanding the ‘Duty of Care’ in a Personal Injury Claim
Duty of care often refers to the responsibility everyone has to avoid causing others harm. For personal injury claims, breaching your duty of care is also referred to as “negligence.” Suppose you suffer injuries because of someone’s reckless behavior and disregard for...
How Can I Prove Distracted Driving in a Car Accident Claim?
Any action or behavior that takes the driver’s attention off driving can be considered distracted driving. Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of car accidents in Gainesville and across Northeast Georgia. Distracted drivers often run stop signs, red...
5 Steps to Take After a Boating Accident in Georgia
While boating accidents are less common than car crashes, they still cause a considerable amount of injuries and fatalities each year. The United States Coast Guard’s 2020 Recreational Boating Statistics reported 767 boating accident fatalities in 2020. In the study,...
Mark Alexander Re-Elected to State Bar’s Board of Governors
ATLANTA – Stewart Melvin & Frost partner Mark W. Alexander has been re-elected to the State Bar of Georgia’s Board of Governors. The Board of Governors is the 160-member policymaking authority of the State Bar, with representation from each of Georgia’s judicial...
What to Do After a Rideshare Accident in Georgia
Rideshare options like Uber and Lyft have changed how we travel. In the 2020 Uber Revenue and Usage Statistics, around 93 million people worldwide used Uber in 2020, and the numbers only seem to increase every year. While rideshare apps provide people with accessible...
5 Most Common Injuries After a Georgia Car Accident
While driving down familiar roads, you would not expect to encounter a dangerous situation that causes you serious injuries and damage. Car accidents happen without a moment's notice and can drastically change our lives. Georgia’s Department of Transportation reports...
Advance Directive For Healthcare Used In Disability Planning
An advance directive is a legal document that states a person's wishes about receiving medical care if that person is no longer able to make medical decisions because of a serious illness or injury. Our blog offers more information on advance directives. Why do I need...
Why You Need a Will
Having a will is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family. Let’s take a deeper look into why it is so important. Why do I need a will? A will is important because if you do not designate who will inherit your property, the state will....
What You Need To Know About Durable Power of Attorney
The durable power of attorney is a legal procedure that gives authority to a named individual to make important decisions about your possessions, healthcare, finances, and other vital areas of your life. It’s a means of managing your affairs if you are disabled. Our...