Real Estate Law

In normal times (that would be before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic), home foreclosures in Georgia move very quickly. The Foreclosure Process in Georgia. Basically, there are 4 steps in Georgia’s foreclosure process: Service of the 30-day Notice of Intent to…

After speeding and drunk driving, what is the third leading cause of deaths in car crashes across America? Give up? It’s distracted driving. According to the AAA, car crashes caused by distracted driving have become a national epidemic. (Not a…

When you own property, it is important to understand a little bit about title and real estate. In today’s post, we will take a brief look at “joint tenancy” and why it is important that you understand how you hold…

Climate change is not only affecting our weather, it is impacting property rights. Climate Change, Property, and Claims. Climate change is causing more, and more frequent, severe weather episodes such as droughts, floods, and hurricanes. It is also causing rises…

In 2005, the United States Supreme Court decided the landmark case of Kelo v. New London.  In a 5-4 decision delivered by Justice Stevens, the Supreme Court ruled that the government’s seizure and transfer of private property to a private…

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing many things about the way we live and do business and it is bringing a number of issues we might not otherwise have thought about, to the forefront. In real estate transactions, one of these…

One concept frequently used in the business litigation context is that of “alter ego.” As a business owner, the reason for incorporating (or forming a limited liability company (“LLC”)) is to reap the benefits that corporate status gives; to wit,…

Car accidents are bad enough. But the medical bills incurred after a car accident can be  devastating.  Without question it is important that you seek medical care after an accident—especially if you are bringing a lawsuit to recover for your…

One of the more unpleasant responsibilities of any landlord is evicting a tenant. Many evictions are fraught with emotion on both sides: that of the tenant and the landlord. Because of this, if you are a landlord, it is important…

If you are a landlord, then you probably understand how important your lease agreement is. A written lease agreement is the contract that exists between you and your tenant(s). It contains all of the essential terms of the tenancy, including:…