Wilbanks Law Firm, P.C.

02/28/2026

Building a house? I have some legal advice. Hidden in your contract may be an arbitration provision. That's not always a bad thing, but watch out for this: an arbitration provision that names CONSTRUCTION ARBITRATION ASSOCIATES as your arbitrator. DON'T SIGN THIS CONTRACT until your builder agrees that the arbitrator will be mutually agreed upon if there's actually a dispute. If they won't agree, find another builder. The majority of builders want to do quality work and won't mind using a different arbitrator.

CAA is a notoriously builder-friendly arbitrator. Its arbitrators are not lawyers--they're construction-industry folks who formed an arbitration company, and they provide these form contracts to builders. They lack the procedural knowledge that a judge or an attorney in that role should have, and that often works to a homeowner's disadvantage if you're already in the unlucky position of having a dispute with your builder.

01/16/2026

Thrilled to be associated with an organization that does so much good and is run by folks who put so much love into our community.

Thank you to Wilbanks Law Firm, P.C. for sponsoring the Commerce Club Game Room! 🎉 Your partnership helps power positive experiences for our members every day.

Join us in making an impact! Room sponsorships are still available at both club sites📍 Email [email protected] for more information ✉️

08/05/2025

The daughters of the late Gainesville philanthropist Peggy Walters have reached a settlement agreement with eight local charities after a nearly two-year legal battle over the validity of their mother’s will.

06/28/2025

We got a good result from a Barrow County jury last week--a verdict of $100,000. The other side had turned down the opportunity to settle for $5,000 at mediation. We're thankful to the jury, who set everything aside to give essentially an entire week's attention to our case.

12/18/2024

The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 2025 Annual Dinner & Awards Night...🔥IGNITE! Thank you to presenting sponsor Wilbanks Law Firm, P.C.
Registration is open for tickets, table purchases and sponsorships. Don't delay!

04/29/2024

We finished a jury trial late on Friday afternoon. I'm pleased to say it came out our way, and I was impressed with the dedication and attention to detail of our jury. Jury service is a duty, and not one everyone is excited to fulfill. This group worked very hard with a complicated and detailed set of facts, and deliberated essentially for about ten hours on Friday. I'm truly appreciative of their time and effort, and appreciative to my client for allowing me to be his advocate.

10/03/2023

About one in ten Georgia drivers doesn't have insurance. Here's what to do if one of them hits you.

https://www.wilbankslawfirm.com/blog/2023/09/what-if-someone-without-insurance-causes-a-georgia-car-wreck/

08/10/2023

Georgia law recognizes the validity of judgments granted in other states and allows people to enforce their judgments in Georgia.

This makes life easier for creditors.

06/07/2023

Fatal car crashes are trending in the wrong direction.

What can drivers do?

04/04/2023

After an accident, motorcyclists may find that their coverage pales in comparison to actual damages.

Additional coverage is possible.

03/17/2023