Legal Briefs
The Types of Damages in a Personal Injury Case
Personal injury cases are often an emotional and costly endeavor. Therefore, it is important to know the types of damages available to you in a personal injury case so you can protect your rights. In this article, we look at three different types of damages most...
Georgia Car Accident Statistics in 2020
Traffic accidents are one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and Georgia is no exception. Thousands of victims lose their lives every year with even more left with life-altering injuries and insurmountable medical bills. Unfortunately, dangerous...
What Is a Wrongful Death Claim?
Losing a family member is devastating. But the grieving process is compounded in knowing that the death was caused by another’s negligence. Wrongful death claims allow loved ones to take action against an individual or company who caused the death of their family...
Why Having a Law Firm With Manageable Caseloads Benefit You
Stewart Melvin & Frost’s Trial Team Secures $500,000 Settlement for Victim of Car Wreck Gainesville, Ga. – The Trial Team at Stewart Melvin & Frost has obtained a $500,000 settlement following a car wreck that occurred in Flowery Branch. The Hall County case...
How to Win Your Personal Injury Case
When you are injured due to the negligent actions of another, it can be devastating. This is especially true when the injury requires a long recovery period or leads to permanent disability. Should this happen, you are not without recourse. Personal injury lawsuits...
A Few Basics About Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Losing a loved one is devastating. When someone causes the death and refuses to take responsibility, the grief can be overwhelming. Depending on the circumstances, you and your family may want to speak with an experienced wrongful death lawyer in Gainesville, GA from...
Average Settlements for Car Accident
After a car accident, your insurer -- or the insurer for the negligent driver – or both – may be responsible for paying for any damages and injuries you have sustained. The question of how much to expect from a car accident settlement without filing a lawsuit is not...
Why You Should Have A Lawyer Write a Demand Letter to Settle Your Claim
A demand letter, when done effectively, can often result in an early settlement when you are involved in an car wreck or any accident that results in you being injured due to the negligence of someone else. Compensation is often needed to pay for both physical and...
How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take to Settle After a Car Accident?
To get your personal injury lawsuit to trial, it can take anywhere from a year to multiple years, depending on the complexity of your case and a host of other factors. Most cases, however, typically settle out of court. When you might be able to settle your personal...
Stewart Melvin & Frost Fights Hard as Advocate for Car Accident Victims
The recent settlement in a 2021 rear-end car collision that injured a man’s back offers a perfect example of why victims need an car accident attorneys – like the Trial Team of Stewart Melvin & Frost — fighting on their behalf. The accident happened in December...
When to Get an Attorney for a Car Accident
No one expects to be in a car accident, and most of us do everything to avoid one. Unfortunately, there were nearly 2 million crashes in Georgia between 2015-2019, including more than 7,000 deaths and over 725,000 crash-related injuries, according to Georgia...
Why are Low Caseloads Good for a Personal Injury Attorney’s Clients?
Have you ever wondered what criteria lawyers have when selecting their cases? Every personal injury attorney has to make choices about the type and number of cases he or she will accept. Some personal injury attorneys choose to keep their caseloads low. These...