Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Are Oral Agreements Enforceable in Georgia?
Sometimes, business partners or entities enter into oral agreements. Generally, oral agreements are enforceable and binding in the State of Georgia. However, the enforceability of an oral contract depends on the type of agreement and facts of your case. If you had an oral agreement and the other party breached the contract, you may… Read More »
Piercing the Corporate Veil: How to Avoid Personal Liability for Business Debt?
As any business owner in Georgia may know, a corporation’s “veil of protection” shields owners and shareholders from personal liability. However, Georgia courts may still be able to “pierce the corporate veil” to hold members of the corporation and shareholders personally liable for business debt. It is essential to consult with an Atlanta business… Read More »
How to Sue a Competitor for Commercial Disparagement?
Commercial disparagement – also known as product disparagement – is false advertising and a form of defamation applicable to business entities. Businesses often draw a comparison between their products or services and their competitor’s. However, when a business entity ends up making false or misleading statements about the competitor’s products, they can be sued… Read More »
What to Do if You Were Misdiagnosed in Georgia?
Being misdiagnosed or receiving a wrong diagnosis can be very disheartening and frustrating, but you need to know how to help yourself and protect your legal rights if you were a victim of misdiagnosis. Contact our Atlanta diagnosis error attorney Stacey Carroll if you have reason to believe that you received a wrong diagnosis…. Read More »
Can I Sue ER Doctors for Emergency Room Malpractice?
The fast-paced nature of emergency rooms can result in many types of medical errors. When emergency room doctors fail to adhere to accepted standards of care, and patients get hurt due to their mistakes, the injured patients may be entitled to compensation through a medical malpractice lawsuit. Many hospitals and emergency rooms are understaffed… Read More »
Product Disparagement Claims in Georgia
In the modern era of eCommerce, competition has become very extreme and brutal. Unfortunately, however, many companies approach competition with a malicious attitude. Unfair competition and other deceptive trade practices are not lawful ways to compete. A not-so-uncommon tactic many companies use to steal their competitor’s customers is product disparagement. Product disparagement occurs when… Read More »
Can Language Barriers Lead to Medical Malpractice?
Nearly 22% of the U.S. population speaks a language other than English at home, according to an analysis of Census Bureau data for 2018. The fact that one in five U.S. residents speaks a foreign language at home contributes to the increased risk of medical malpractice due to miscommunication. Statistically speaking, non-English speaking people… Read More »
Things to Consider When Using Business Valuation to Resolve a Shareholder Dispute
Since business valuation plays a pivotal role in resolving shareholder disputes, it is important to consider a number of factors to ensure that your conflict does not lead to time-consuming and expensive litigation. Often, shareholder disputes occur when minority shareholders feel that their rights were violated or when majority shareholders attempt to squeeze them… Read More »
Four Elements of a Tortious Interference Claim in Georgia
When one company or individual wrongfully interferes with contractual obligations or business relationships between two other parties, this can cause significant harm and loss of profits. When it happens, the victim may file a tortious interference claim against the wrongdoer. Elements to Prove a Tortious Interference Claim To prevail on a tortious interference claim,… Read More »
OB-GYN Medical Malpractice: Common Types of Obstetric or Gynecology Negligence
OB-GYN medical malpractice refers to the failure on the part of an obstetrician or gynecologist to adhere to the accepted standard of care while providing medical care. Obstetricians and gynecologists – commonly referred to as OB-GYNS – are the most frequently sued medical professionals, according to Medscape. What is Obstetric/Gynecology (OB-GYN) Medical Malpractice? Any… Read More »