January 29, 2008

Elect Beau McClain for Douglas County Superior Court Judge

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I am endorsing Beau McClain for Douglas County Superior Court Judge. Beau is a friend and colleague. This is a sound decision in support of a good man. Beau is currently the Chief Assistant District Attorney for Douglas County. He is a career prosecutor. After graduating from Emory Law School in the early 1980's, he immediately began working as a prosecutor fighting crime in Georgia. Forgive me for editorializing, but I feel compelled to call it like I see it. We live in an era of politicized judicial appointments. I am certain that Beau McClain passed-up lucrative opportunities in ivory towers over the many years he has served the public in the Douglas County District Attorney's Office. He devoted his career to fighting crime and developing outstanding courtroom skills. He is smart, capable, and his integrity is beyond reproach.

I will tell you that I have had cases against Beau McClain in past years. In fact, we first met opposing each other in a case. Now, I stand proudly in support of Beau. In an era when the public views the media as its decision making compass, we hear a lot noise, spin, and conjecture. Beau's central campaign themes are commitment to justice, community, and family. The following observations are my personal observations, not things I have heard from others or read about somewhere. I can comfortably say Beau McClain lives his life in accordance with these things. He believes in justice. Make no mistake about it - - his history as a prosecutor for nearly 30 years speaks volumes to his commitment to the legal system and keeping all of us safe. Beau is also devoted to the community. Having started an organization called Faith in Action and spending much of his free time helping the poor, he has real world experience as a community activist. He is a devoted family man, having been married for over 27 years to his wife Heather. They have three boys.

Allow me to make a final observation. My mother told me to surround yourself with good people. Beau McClain is a positive influence on me and, I am certain, many others. In November, please consider voting for Beau McClain for Douglas County Superior Court.

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December 7, 2007

Lawyers in Douglasville, Georgia Celebrating Christmas & Birthdays

I have been very busy lately. We are into the Holiday Season and there is much work to be done. I wanted to wish everybody a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Car accidents increase this time of year, even in Douglas County, GA where the winters can be mild. We have been fortunate to receive many referrals this year. Please remember us if you, a friend, or loved one is hurt in an auto accident, truck wreck, or an on-the-job injury.

Here are some pictures of my office. You will note that my staff decorated my office with balloons for my birthday, which was yesterday. I also am putting up our new firm photograph.

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August 6, 2007

Spotlight: Paulding County, Georgia Courthouse - Including Hiram, GA and Dallas, GA

Much of my personal injury and workers' compensation practice involves Paulding County, Georgia, in one way or another. Paudling County, GA, which includes the cities of Dallas, Georgia and Hiram, Georgia, is one of the fastest growing areas in the United States. There are a growing number of employers in Paulding County. In recent years, I have noticed a growing trend of work accidents and on-the-job injuries from residents living and working in Paulding County. Of course, many Paulding County residents travel to work in areas such as Atlanta and Cobb County and come to me for help. Another trend I have noticed in Paulding County, particularly in Hiram, Georgia, is an increase in car accidents. I have also handled a number of truck accidents that happen in the rural western portion of Paulding County.

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Paulding County's population, according to recent census numbers is just over 120,000.00. There have been plans to replace the old courthouse pictured here with a new courthouse. The present courthouse, located on The Square in Dallas, Georgia, was built in 1892. It is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. It was designed by Bruce & Morgan utilizing a Queen Anne architectural style. In 2001, the Paulding County Courthouse was targeted by an arsonist and partially burned.

June 7, 2007

My New Douglasville Personal Injury & Workers' Compensation Law Firm in Douglasville Georgia

I apologize that my blogging has tapered off lately. I have received numerous emails from my readers lately wanting to read more about what I have to say. I am proud to announce that I have formed the Law Office of Jack Clay, LLC, which is conveniently located across the street from the Douglas County Courthouse in Douglasville, Georgia. The pictures that you see are of my office and the view from my office. I am sharing space in a very well located law building with a real estate attorney named Shawn Horan. I strongly recommend Shawn for real estate closings in Douglasville and West Georgia.

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Of course, there has been much work to do. As my old partnership was dissolving, I found myself in a situation where I had to do some re-engineering. I am pleased to announce that my paralegal, Kari Holcombe, has made the transition with me. After five years of working with me, she is an incredible asset. I also recently hired another employee named Laurie Bell who serves as a legal assistant.

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As in the past I am limiting my practice to litigation and trial work in the areas of Personal Injury (mostly automobile accident and tractor-trailer wrecks) and Workers Compensation. Through God's blessing, my practice has grown and continues to grow. I appreciate the past referrals from lawyers, clients, and others and look forward to continued case referrals. I also look forward to carrying on a tradition of professional, focussed, and attentive representation.

May 4, 2007

Jack Clay's Redesigned Automobile Accident & Workers' Compensation Blog Coming Soon. Stay Tuned!

I am in the process of redesigning my blog.  Stay tuned for changes.  Thank you for your consideration during my transition.

February 3, 2007

Georgia Workers' Compensation Website by Douglasvile Attorney Jack Clay

My practice is devoted to representing injured people.  I take a great interest in the medical issues in my clients' cases.  My representation of injured clients goes beyond car accidents and 18 wheeler wrecks.  Many Georgians suffer on-the-job injuries each day.  Please keep in mind that my workers' compensation practice is state-wide.  If you, a loved one, or friend are in need of a free consultation, please have them review my workers' compensation website and/or contact me. 

February 3, 2007

Georgia Automobile Accident & Truck Wreck Website

As most of you know, I exclusively represent injured people.  My practice also encompasses personal injury cases, especially those injured in automobile accidents.  I recently launched another website / blog dedicated for those injured in automobile accidents and tractor-trailer collisions.  It is called the Georgia Automobile Accident & Injury Law Blog and can found at www.georgiainjured.com.  Please pass it on to your loved ones and friends who have been injured on roadways. My new blog has only just begun, so stay tuned and check back often for updates. 

December 19, 2006

Douglasville, Georgia Injury Lawyer Begins Blog

The purpose of this blog is to provide information to the public and to serve as an information source for other attorneys, especially non-workers' compensation lawyers.  I find there is far too much bad information floating around out there.  As a Georgia workers' compensation attorney, I have confronted just about every conceivable question and concern from my clients.  Probably the most common fear expressed by my clients when they are injured is confusion.  Much of the confusion arises from the fact that workers' compensation has many pitfalls and nuisances. 

There are not a lot of attorneys that practice in the area.  The State Bar of Georgia currently lists 953 lawyers who are members of the Workers' Compensation Section.  I would estimate that of the 953, about 500 practice a great deal of workers' compensation law.   Keep in mind that the last time I checked, there were over 20,000 attorneys licensed to practice law in Georgia.  That translates to about 1 in 40 lawyers.

The current Census figures tell us the population of Georgia is just over 9,000,000.  That translates to about 1 workers' compensation attorney for every 18,000 people. 

My goal is simply to clear-up the confusion and discuss various issues important to injured workers, their families, and the legal community.