Most people assume that the neighborhoods that they live in are relatively safe and that when it comes to things out of their control–like dangerous products, pollution, or cancer-causing chemicals in the air that can cause personal injury or wrongful death–the government will intervene to protect them. Unfortunately, this isn’t always true. Indeed, despite the fact that the United...
Continue ReadingIf you suffered injuries after a commercial truck accident, you should hire an attorney to get the full compensation that you deserve. Contact MG Law today by calling 770-988-5252 for help with getting a fair settlement. Why You Need a Lawyer After a Commercial Truck Accident Many people like the idea of handling their own truck accident claims. This...
Continue ReadingThis is attorney Michael Geoffroy and my baby boy, little Mac (who is now 6’4”!), is now starting to drive. It happened so fast! In 2003, I bought my wife and me a bottle of Champagne… I need to skip and keep this shorter and less detailed. As a parent, I am REALLY nervous. As a lawyer, I see...
Continue ReadingA new comment from the EPA Office of Inspector General dated March 31, 2020 calls on the EPA to better inform the affected communities of the dangers of ethylene oxide (“EtO”). A memorandum contained in the released comment is titled, “Management Alert: Prompt Action Needed to Inform Residents Living Near Ethylene Oxide-Emitting Facilities About Health Concerns and Actions to...
Continue ReadingUnder Georgia law, a motorist cannot have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher when in possession of a motor vehicle. If a driver is under 21, then Georgia’s zero-tolerance laws apply. Anyone with a BAC over the allowable limit is considered intoxicated and can be prosecuted for DUI. As the statistics below show, drunk driving is...
Continue ReadingRear-end collisions can happen anywhere, though they are most common at intersections and in parking lots. Being rear-ended can cause considerable damage, not only to your vehicle but also to your body. If someone has struck you from behind, you should be prepared for a lengthy recovery and a possibly frustrating experience getting compensation for your claim. For help...
Continue ReadingWith the ethylene oxide facility (EtO) in Willowbrook, Illinois closed permanently, and the facility in Smyrna, Georgia closed indefinitely, more attention should be placed on facilities that remain open and operational, such as the one in Covington, Georgia, that continues to use EtO. Several troubling facts make it hard to justify the use of EtO when the threat to nearby...
Continue ReadingBest Lawyers is one of the oldest and most well-known attorney ranking services in the world. The Best Lawyers 2020 list includes Michael Geoffroy of MG Law in Conyers, Georgia who was recently selected by his peers for inclusion on the exclusive list. Michael is a respected attorney and leader in the Covington and Conyers communities who specializes in...
Continue ReadingEnvironmental protection laws place restrictions on how individuals or companies can interact with the environment. This includes limitations on the disposal of chemicals or hazardous products, and regulations on interactions with soil, water, or air. Environmental protection laws promote the public safety, but they also can do a lot more than that. Environmental law has a long history, but...
Continue ReadingI am a trial lawyer. Worst-case scenarios are my day-to-day. All of my clients have experienced injuries or lost loved ones due to someone else’s mistake or bad behavior. As you can imagine, all these cases often hit close to home. But nothing has ever come close to the sinking feeling in my gut when I heard the announcement....
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