Fictional New Injury vs. Change In Condition: A New Standard or Still a Blurry Line?
Two concepts that are often misunderstood and frequently the subject of litigation in Georgia are “fictional new injury” and “change in condition.” A recent case that made its way through the Georgia appellate system, Scott v. Shaw Ind
Michael Frick and Beth Boone Receive Defense Verdict in Chatham County, GA.
Michael G. Frick, along with his law partner, Beth Boone, received a defense verdict in a case in Chatham County, GA. Mr. Frick represented a general ophthalmologist and her practice group accused of failing to start a patient on steroids and
Patrick Millsaps Recognized as a University of Georgia 40 Under 40
Patrick Millsaps, partner in HBS Albany office, was been recently selected as one of the University of Georgia Alumni Association’s recognition program, 40 Under 40, a program designed to celebrate the university’s most outstandi
Health Care Reform Upheld: Employers Must Plan to Comply
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the massive health care reform law, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). While the law’s individual mandate has survived constitutional scrutiny, many challenges and questions for employers re
Georgia Court of Appeals Decision on “Diligent Job Search” Strengthens Maloney Defense for Employers and Insurers
dil·i·gent [dil-i-juhnt] adjective 1. constant in effort to accomplish something; attentive and persistent in doing anything: a diligent student. 2. done or pursued with persevering attention; painstaking: a diligent search of the file
RICO and Workers’ Compensation: Staying on the Right Side of the Law
When most people think of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), theyimmediately think of the mafia and organized crime. However, a recent decision by the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals may open the door for future RICO