Georgia Law
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | October 14, 2025 | Georgia Law
When you hire an attorney to represent you in a personal injury case, you place tremendous trust in that individual. You rely on them to act in your best interests, communicate honestly, and handle your settlement funds with integrity. Discovering that your lawyer may have lied about your settlement amount is devastating—both emotionally and financially…. read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | August 12, 2025 | Georgia Law
Being injured as a passenger in a car accident can feel overwhelming. You may wonder who will pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. In Georgia, passengers have the right to file claims against any driver who caused their injuries, including the driver of the vehicle they were riding in. At Hawk… read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | August 12, 2025 | Georgia Law
Filing a Progressive insurance claim in Georgia can be more complicated than you might expect. Insurance companies profit by paying out as little as possible, and missteps during the claims process can cost you thousands of dollars in rightful compensation. At Hawk Law Group, our 71+ years of combined experience have helped us recover hundreds… read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | July 17, 2025 | Georgia Law
Knowing the differences between Personal Injury Protection (PIP) vs Medical Payments Coverage (MedPay) can save you thousands of dollars after a car accident. In Georgia, an at-fault state, neither coverage is required by law, but both can provide essential financial protection in the event of an accident. Georgia drivers face significant accident risks, with nearly… read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | July 17, 2025 | Georgia Law
Your spouse survived the injury. But your marriage may never be the same. The laughter, the intimacy, the partnership you leaned on—it’s all been fractured by someone else’s mistake. You’re not just picking up the pieces; you’re carrying a weight no one else sees. This isn’t just emotional. It’s legal. Georgia law acknowledges your pain through… read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | July 14, 2025 | Georgia Law
When you’re driving through Augusta, Evans, or anywhere in the Central Savannah River Area, you face a sobering reality: the number of uninsured drivers in Georgia is one in seven. If you’re hit by a driver without insurance, you could be left with thousands of dollars in medical bills, lost wages, and vehicle damage. Uninsured… read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | June 16, 2025 | Georgia Law
Every legal case in Georgia operates under strict time limits known as statutes of limitations. These deadlines determine how long you have to file a lawsuit or how long the state has to prosecute criminal charges. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar your legal claim, making it vital to understand Georgia’s specific time limits for… read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | October 1, 2024 | Georgia Law
Driving around Augusta, Georgia, you might notice something interesting about the cars on the road: they don’t have front license plates. This isn’t a mistake or people disregarding the law. In fact, Georgia law only requires a license plate on the back of vehicles. This can be good news for many drivers, as it simplifies… read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | June 26, 2023 | Georgia Law
Winning the lottery may not be all that it is cracked up to be. The internet is full of stories of lottery winners who make bad financial decisions, experience terrible misfortune, or even become victims of violent attacks by others looking to steal their fortune. According to a November 2022 news story from the State… read more
lmccullough@hawklawgroup.com | January 29, 2023 | Georgia Law
Tinted windows are common in Georgia because of our hot and humid weather. Window tints can protect drivers and passengers from excess heat and harmful UV rays from the sun. Tints also provide privacy while driving and keep criminals and nosy pedestrians from looking into your car. However, window tint can affect a driver’s visibility… read more