Our Office of Animal Lovers Support the Douglas County Animal Shelter

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Our office is full of animal lovers, and we are excited about the new improvements to the Douglas County Animal Shelter. The Douglas County Animal Shelter has been in need of some improvements for quite some time now. Mr. Clay will be attending the State of the County Address on March 14, 2012, … [Read more...]

Metro Atlanta Ranks Alongside Major Cities in Crashes Resulting in Injury

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According to the Atlanta Journal Constitution, Atlanta ranks fourth among all cities in crashes resulting in injury in the United States according to a 2009 study.  Atlanta also ranked sixth in the United States for traffic related accidents. This is particularly important to remember as the … [Read more...]

The Danger of Settling too Early

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 One of the problems of the legal system is that it can take a long time for a personal injury case to get to court.  Many clients have no idea of the time and effort involved when they first come to our office. However, there is a dangerous flipside to moving too quickly in a case. Settling a … [Read more...]

“Client Review: My attorney-client relationship with Jack Clay has truly been a blessing in my life…It is now time for me to speak out for Jack Clay”

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My attorney-client relationship with Jack Clay has been truly a blessing in my life. His concern and willingness to take my case, follow through, ensuring fairness in the final judgment is a blessing in itself. It is now time for me to speak out for Jack.  In Jack Clay, I have truly found a friend. … [Read more...]

For Attorneys: Winning Your Case Through Depositions

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Over the past few weeks, I have taken about ten depositions in various cases in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee.  Of course, you can take a Texas-style deposition like in the following video, but I would recommend a different approach. Getting back to reality, many cases are won or lost in … [Read more...]

Keeping You Safe: Facebook Safety in the Age of Social Media

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As part of our continuing efforts to educate our clients and the public about Facebook safety, we recently ran across this interesting guidebook published by Facebook about security. We encourage you and your family to read it as it provides some good information to protect yourself. … [Read more...]

August is Deadliest Month for Auto Accidents in Atlanta, Georgia, and Throughout The United States

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With the beginning of August here, it is important to remember that August is the deadliest month for automobile fatalities in the United States. With the summer coming to an end many Americans travel more during this month creating more opportunities for automobile fatalities. The next deadliest … [Read more...]

How Close is Your Nearest Trauma Center?

According to a 2008 study, motor vehicle crashes were once again the leading cause of premature death in Georgia.  With this being the leading cause of death in the state it is important for Georgians to know how far they live from the nearest trauma center. There are four Level 1 trauma centers in … [Read more...]

Independent Medical Evaluations: When You Are Forced to See the Insurance Company’s Doctor

I recently ran across this video about independent medical evaluations on YouTube. You can find this video by clicking HERE. While this video pokes fun at doctors who insurance companies hire to evaluate injured people, there is a serious side to these so-called independent medical … [Read more...]

What Really Happened in the McDonalds Hot Coffee Case?

On June 27, 2011 the Law Office of Jack Clay hosted a pizza party for the premiere of the HBO documentary “Hot Coffee.” The HBO documentary looked at the influence of the media in civil lawsuits and discussed the infamous McDonalds hot coffee case. Stella Liebeck sued McDonalds when she spilled … [Read more...]

Information You Can Use: Check Out Our YouTube Channel Featuring Informational Videos

We strive to provide you with up to date legal information. Our informational videos are meant to provide you with information about the legal process, explain your rights, answer common questions, and tell you more about what we can do for you. Whether you have been injured in a car accident or … [Read more...]

GTLA Lawyer of the Day Program at the State Capitol

The West Metro Trial Lawyers headed by Chairman Jack Clay and the Cobb County Trial Lawyers Association recently spent a day at the capitol meeting with members of the general assembly, Attorney General Sam Olens, and Governor Nathan Deal to discuss important issues regarding the law and changes to … [Read more...]

Court of Appeals Judge Stephen Dillard Speaks In Douglasville | Jack Clay & The West Metro Trial Lawyers Association Host Luncheon

Judge Stephen Dillard of the Georgia Court of Appeals was the featured speaker in Douglasville at a recent luncheon for the legal community and elected officials of West Georgia. The event was sponsored by our office and the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Judge Dillard spoke about his experience … [Read more...]

A Harsh Reality for Some Georgia Crash Victims

A recent article by WSB TV Atlanta explained the harsh reality that some crash victims face—subrogation. Subrogation is the process by which an insurance company, usually a health insurer, attempts to recoup money from a responsible party for medical bills they paid out on behalf of an injured … [Read more...]

Our Paulding County, Dallas, and Hiram Trial Attorneys Are Here To Help You & Answer Your Questions

For over 10 years, Jack Clay has represented injured injured people in Paulding County, Georgia.  Whether you live in Hiram, Dallas, or other parts of Paulding County, we are here to serve you.  Take a minute to review our qualifications and experience when choosing an attorney for you, a loved … [Read more...]

Injured At Work? Answers to Workers’ Compensation Legal Questions from Attorneys Serving Paudling County, Dallas, GA and Hiram, GA

Injured workers are entitled to four basic benefit structures under Georgia Workers' Compensation Law. First, an injured worker can receive weekly income benefit checks whether they are out of work totally (Temporary Total Disability / TTD) or if they returned to work and are making less money … [Read more...]

How to Carefully Choose the Right Attorney for Your Case

Be careful out there. Choosing the wrong lawyer could be the worst thing that can happen to your case. Some common reasons that a person needs an attorney include: Family law Criminal law Personal injury Workers compensation Land transactions Wills and trusts How will you go about choosing … [Read more...]

Going to Trial in a Personal Injury or Workers’ Compensation Case

The courtroom can be a scary place.  Recently, I had a client who knew he was going to testify at a workers’ compensation trial. We spent some time preparing our client in order to make him more comfortable with what he was going to have to endure.  I asked him many questions and gave him … [Read more...]

New Douglas County Public Safety and Municipal Court Building

We recently visited the beautiful new Douglas County Public Safety and Municipal Court Building that opened on Fairburn Road in Douglasville just south of I-20. If you were lucky enough to attend the open house on February 26th, I am sure you would agree that the facility is truly amazing. This … [Read more...]

From Our Case Files: Mediation In A Car Accident Lawsuit

What is mediation in Georgia? Mediation in civil cases is an organized attempt to get the parties to negotiate by using a neutral third person to help resolve the dispute.  The mediator is a person who is not a party to the case and has no interest in the case. He is not a judge and does not make … [Read more...]