Yemane Clarke & Shanelle Clarke Attorneys at Law
What is Gap Insurance and Why You Should Have It By Shanelle Clarke, Esq. Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) insurance is an added protection for auto owners who are financing or leasing a vehicle. GAP insurance is not another way for insurance companies to “get you”.
First Acceptance Insurance Company of Georgia, Inc. v. Hughes The Georgia Supreme Court granted certiorari, in this case, to review whether the Court of Appeals erred in reversing the grant of summary judgment to the insurer on the insured’s failure-to-settle claim. The Court also asked
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service sent out letters saying it will no longer consider most deferrals of deportation for people with serious medical conditions. The agency now says those decisions will be made by ICE. Dismaying immigrants and advocates, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS)
The Importance of Uninsured/Underinsured Insurance Coverage By: Shanelle Clarke, Esq. Choosing an automobile insurance carrier can be a challenging task. Choosing the right coverage can be more challenging. In Georgia, uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage is not mandatory but is necessary. O.C.G.A. 33-7-11 is the relevant statute
Facts: Homeowner “A” has a house party and while playing dominoes Invited Guest “B” slams the dominoes down on his glass table in excitement and yells some ungodly language at Homeowner “A”. Homeowner “A” immediatly shoots guest in the chest with his handgun causing his
What are the basic requirements for a valid Will in the state of Georgia? Answer: Under O.C.G.A. 53-4-20, the following are the basic requirements for a valid Will in Georgia: (a) A will shall be in writing and shall be signed by the testator or by
The eviction process entails the following: Notice; Court filing of Dispossessory; and the Court Hearing. After you obtain a Writ of Possession Order it may take two or more business days to reach the Marshal’s office. The Marshal’s office also outlines practical arrangements that are
Question: Is it legal for 1st cousins to marry each other in the state of Georgia? Answer: Yes, O.C.G.A. § 19-3-3 describes who are prohibited from marry each other and first cousins are not prohibited from marrying each other in Georgia. Specifically, O.C.G.A. § 19-3-3 states: Degrees
Georgia enacts the Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA), requiring a Notary or officer authorized to administer oaths to notarize the principal’s signature on the power of attorney governed by the Act. Changes: Enacts the Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA). Allows a power of
Authorized by the Superior Court Judges in late 1991, the Families in Transition seminar focuses on the impact that divorce, adjustment to a new family situation, visitation, etc., have on the children in these cases. Presented by trained family therapists in a group program, the