By Pierce Blitch In the realm of law enforcement, anonymous tips can be a double-edged sword. They offer crucial leads that can solve crimes, but they also come with significant limitations. Understanding how police can and cannot use these tips is essential for anyone navigating the legal landscape. In this blog post, we’ll dive into […]
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By Pierce Blitch The Importance of Seeking Fair Compensation for Hand Fractures Hand fractures are no small matter. If you work with your hands, whether in construction or surgery, losing their full function can be devastating. When a hand is injured, it can significantly impact both productivity and quality of life. Hand
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By Pierce Blitch Windows to the World “Eyes are the window to the soul,” and they are also our window to the world. Our eyes connect us to our surroundings, help us relate to others, and keep us safe. They gather visual information and send it to our brain for processing. So, when
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If you’ve been arrested for DUI after failing a chemical test, it’s crucial to get an experienced lawyer right away. Doing so gives you a chance to question the validity of the evidence against you. You can argue that Breathalyzer results may be wrong if: The same arguments apply to blood tests. Your attorney can
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Act Quickly To Save Your License – Call (706) 434-8770 Today If you’re pulled over for a suspected DUI in Georgia, the police will likely ask you to take a chemical test. Initially, this might be a breathalyzer test, but blood and urine tests could also be required later. Failing the chemical test can result
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You Will Receive Nothing Less Than the Zealous Representation You Deserve Contact Us Today Were You Arrested for DUI With a Prior Conviction? Georgia laws impose severe penalties for multiple drunk driving offenses. If you have prior DUI convictions, another arrest could mean facing felony charges. Your best move is to contact an experienced
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You Will Receive Nothing Less Than the Zealous Representation You Deserve At The Blitch Law Firm, our attorneys have handled numerous cases where the results and reliability of Georgia’s field sobriety tests used in DUI arrests have been questioned. When a driver is stopped and suspected of driving under the influence in Georgia, police officers
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You Will Receive Nothing Less Than the Zealous Representation You Deserve Driving under the influence of drugs is illegal in Georgia. With the rise in prescription drug use, enforcement efforts have increased to prosecute drugged driving. If you’re pulled over for a suspected DUI and a blood test is taken, any level of illegal drugs
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Augusta DMV Hearings Attorneys Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) hearings, also known as Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearings, decide if your driving privileges should be suspended after a DUI charge. These hearings are separate from criminal proceedings and take place before a Georgia administrative law judge. An ALS hearing addresses the following issues: If
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By Pierce Blitch Imagine getting pulled over, charged with a DUI, and not having had a drop of alcohol. This scenario is real for some Georgia drivers due to a rare condition called auto-brewery syndrome. This strange disorder can cause someone to appear intoxicated or even show a high blood alcohol content (BAC) without drinking
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By Pierce Blitch Understanding Ankle Fracture Injuries A broken ankle is a painful and potentially disabling injury. It is crucial to seek expert medical care and legal counsel familiar with such injuries to ensure fair compensation. Causes and Impact of Ankle Fractures Ankle fractures can occur in various ways, including impact,
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By Pierce Blitch A car crash can be one of the most traumatic events you might experience. It’s an unexpected incident that can change your life and your family’s in an instant. To protect yourself, your family, and the compensation you deserve, follow these 10 crucial steps after a car accident. 1) Stay
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By Pierce Blitch Myofascial pain injury often affects those with soft tissue injuries involving muscles and surrounding connective tissues. Even President John F. Kennedy suffered from chronic myofascial pain injury from his time in World War II. His White House physician, Dr. Janet Travell, authored the foundational medical treatise, Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction: The Trigger
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By Pierce Blitch Unraveling the ‘Full Coverage’ Myth When most people talk about having “full coverage” in car insurance, the term can be misleading. It often means you have liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage—but does this really protect you as much as you think? As attorneys who have navigated the aftermath of many accidents, we
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By Pierce Blitch Getting into an accident while riding as a passenger in an Uber or Lyft is distressing. You might be disoriented, unsure of what steps to take next. Your safety, health, and future compensation are crucial, and following these five important steps can make a difference in how you recover from this unfortunate
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By Pierce Blitch In this final installment of our three-part series on automobile liability insurance myths, we dive into the processes and misconceptions that unfold once you decide to file a lawsuit following a car accident. Understanding these elements is vital to managing your expectations and preparing for the journey ahead. The Path to Filing
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By Will Dasher Many people first see a breathalyzer in action while watching the hit TV shows “Cops” or “Live PD.” Typically, you watch a man or woman suspected of driving under the influence blow into a small device held by a police officer for a few seconds before a number appears, indicating that person’s
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By Pierce Blitch Every day, nearly 28 Americans lose their lives in alcohol-related car accidents. Despite decades of awareness campaigns, drunk driving continues to pose a deadly threat on our roads. In Georgia alone, 391 people died in 2021 per Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. Stiff penalties and jail time haven’t
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