- DUI/DWIWhen you or your loved one has suffered injuries or even death as the result of someone else’s careless driving, you need a team of lawyers who will give your case the personal attention it needs. At Parks, Chesin & Walbert, we represent victims who have been injured or killed in car wrecks, drunk-driving accidents, and collisions involving trucks, motorcycles, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
- Wrongful DeathMost car accident lawsuits in Georgia are brought under a theory of negligence. This means that you will need to show that the defendant’s unsafe driving caused the accident in which you were injured. Damages in these cases often cover a victim’s medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Often, insurance adjustors will try to look for ways in which the victim was at fault for the accident so that they can avoid paying a claim. As a result, you should promptly retain an attorney who will investigate the case from your perspective. Wrongful Death
- Sex CrimesA fierce advocate for gender equality, Jenn serves as head of the firm’s women’s rights practice. In that capacity, she focuses a substantial portion of her practice on representing women who have been the victims of sexual assault, sexual violence, sexual harassment, unlawful pay practices, exploitation, and discrimination or retaliation in employment, education, or government services. Jenn’s dedication to these clients and her tireless efforts on their behalf have made her one of the leading women’s rights lawyers in the State of Georgia.
- FraudRecovered $300,000 by way of pre-suit settlement on behalf of a medical-device salesperson who was fired after objecting to and refusing to abide by instructions to engage in conduct that she believed constituted Medicare fraud.
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- HomicideIn Georgia, a wrongful death is caused by another party’s negligence, recklessness, criminal acts, or intentional misconduct. A wrongful death lawsuit is often similar to the personal injury claim that would have been brought by the decedent had he or she lived. It is distinct from any criminal charges for homicide that may be brought by a prosecutor. Wrongful death lawsuits are brought by the decedent’s family members or the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. The standard of proof is lower for a wrongful death lawsuit than it is for a criminal case. Explore Your Options With an Experienced Atlanta Attorney
- Business DisputesMr. Chesin’s practice is concentrated in civil litigation, where he represents both plaintiffs and defendants. He has represented parties in a variety of substantive areas, including complex commercial, real estate, will and contract disputes. Several of his cases have received national attention. On February 1, 2015, after 40 years with Parks, Chesin & Walbert, Larry retired from the full time practice of law and now serves as of counsel with the firm.
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- Unfair CompetitionBusiness litigation includes any kind of litigation that involves business disputes or corporate affairs. We handle litigation arising out of non-restrictive covenants, government contracts, unfair competition, trade secret litigation, misappropriation, real estate disputes and foreclosures, and tortious interference with business relations. Our firm also handles insurance coverage disputes on behalf of policyholders. The type of lawsuit will determine which rules will be implicated. Under Georgia law, for example, courts are allowed to partially enforce overly broad restrictive covenants, but they cannot rewrite a covenant to say something enforceable. Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
- Small Business Law"I've known John for several years. I've always been impressed with his exceptional knowledge and eagle's eye for detail in both business and legal matters. John is a leader among his generation, unmatched in integrity and work ethic. I would highly recommend his services to anyone seeking a first-rate attorney, especially in the areas of small business law, litigation, and labor/employment law."
- Wrongful TerminationMr. Coffman is an experienced trial lawyer who has secured jury verdicts and numerous out-of-court settlements for clients in cases ranging from police brutality to wrongful termination. He is admitted to practice in all Georgia state and appellate courts, the United States District Courts for the Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. His practice is varied and encompasses informal counseling, severance and contract negotiations, administrative appeals, mediations, and trial. He can help you initiate your charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and guide you through the process to settlement or verdict.
- Employment DiscriminationFor more than 40 years, the lawyers at Parks, Chesin & Walbert have been committed to representing clients in a wide array of litigation matters, including constitutional disputes, employment discrimination, civil rights, class actions, government contracting, and catastrophic injury cases. We are committed to our clients. Whether you come to us for advice and guidance or to represent you in court, you are entitled to our sound judgment and hard work. Clients should not only be well represented, they should feel treated right by their law firm.
- Employment ContractIn his employment practice, Daniel routinely litigates matters involving wage and overtime issues, unlawful discrimination, retaliatory discharge, whistleblower retaliation, and restrictive covenants, including non-compete litigation. Daniel routinely represents management and executive-level employees in litigation and employment contract negotiations, including C-Suite executives, physicians, and upper management. Daniel's business litigation practice includes representing companies in matters involving breach of contract, business divorces, enforcement of operating or partnership agreements, trade secret theft, fraud, and other business torts. Daniel has successfully tried cases to verdict on behalf of his clients when necessary.
- Employment LitigationThe FLSA is a federal law that governs employment issues related to wage and hour requirements. This law has been interpreted broadly so that it applies to virtually all companies. The FLSA created minimum wage and overtime requirements for all eligible employees. The Wage and Hour Division of the United States Department of Labor investigates and enforces wage and hour and wage theft claims. Parks, Chesin & Walbert Represents Both Businesses and Employees
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- Sexual HarassmentSexual harassment is prohibited under Title VII. Title VII applies to Georgia employers with at least 15 employees. Our Atlanta employment attorneys have brought many claims under this law. Quid pro quo harassment is one type of sexual harassment, and it involves an authority figure in the workplace conditioning an employee’s employment on submission to sexual harassment or providing sexual favors of some kind. Hostile work environment harassment exists when the harassing conduct is so severe or so pervasive that it alters the terms and conditions of employment. If you have been sexually harassed, you should let the harasser know that the conduct or words are unwelcome, and you should notify HR in writing. In order to bring a Title VII lawsuit, you must first file a charge with the EEOC. It can be wise to retain an attorney for this process. Wage and Hour Law
- Real Estate LitigationIn order to protect their business, employers may place restrictive covenants in their employment agreements, and these restrictive covenants can include non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality or non-disclosure covenants. Our business litigation lawyers have substantial experience in drafting, negotiating, and litigating restrictive covenants. We also handle unfair competition and trade secret litigation, as well as litigation concerning government contracts. We have the experience and skill to advise clients on how best to structure businesses to comply with government set aside programs and other requirements, and we have been engaged by vendors to protect billion-dollar government procurements. We also handle internal disputes between partners or shareholders and claims against outside parties related to tortious interference with business relations, misappropriation, deceptive trade and debt collection practices, and real estate disputes and foreclosures. We have represented policyholders in insurance coverage disputes and bad faith litigation. Personal Injury
- Landlord-Tenant DisputesRobert J. Kozloski, III has a wealth of experience as a trial lawyer. Rob's litigation practice covers a wide array of areas including business and employment litigation as well as disputes involving breach of contracts, business torts, real estate and commercial landlord-tenant, and director and officer liability. Rob has also secured numerous jury verdicts and has successfully obtained numerous arbitration awards.
- Property DamageOur goal is to maximize our clients’ recoveries to ensure that they are fully compensated for their medical expenses, property damage, pain and suffering, lost wages, disfigurement, and future needs. We aren’t intimidated by insurance companies, and we believe that any case worth taking on is worth taking to trial. We handle these cases on a contingency-fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless you win.
- Personal InjuryThe lawyers at Parks, Chesin & Walbert handle a variety of other cases involving severe or permanent injuries or death caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentional acts of others. Some of the most rewarding cases we have handled involve novel legal theories that our attorneys helped pioneer. We aren’t afraid of a challenge, we aren’t intimidated by insurance companies, and most importantly, we aren’t willing to take a case that we aren’t prepared to take all the way to trial if that’s what it means to get full compensation for our clients. All of our personal injury matters are handled on contingency fees, so you won’t pay any attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Dangerous Product Defects
- Medical MalpracticeThe attorneys in our firm have desegregated institutions, broken racial and gender barriers, ensured fair treatment at the hands of the government, fought against dangerous products, and represented the victims of medical malpractice. We have taken some of these causes to the highest courts in the land.
- Auto Accidents
- Foreclosure
- Tax Law
- Debt Collection