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10/13/2026

Hearing “we can’t take your case” can feel discouraging. But a law firm’s decision does not invalidate what you experienced.

Legal deadlines, evidence concerns and other practical or ethical considerations can affect whether an attorney can represent you.

Our blog breaks down seven common reasons a lawyer may decline a case, helping you better understand what can go into that decision.

Read more: https://isenberg-hewitt.com/7-reasons-why-an-attorney-would-refuse-to-take-a-case

10/08/2026

MYTH: You can’t pursue a sexual assault case if you didn’t go to the doctor immediately.

FACT: A delay in seeking medical care does not automatically prevent you from pursuing a case.

In our latest Fact vs. Myth video, managing partner and lead attorney Ryan Isenberg addresses this misconception and explains why survivors shouldn’t assume they have no legal options.

Not reporting a crime or seeking medical care immediately does not ...

10/05/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and this year's theme speaks directly to the survivors of this violent and often deadly crime.

'With Survivors, Always' focuses on the partnership between survivors and the victim advocates who help them regain safety and support. The movement from awareness to action responds directly to budget cuts that have affected the services survivors rely on and the increased barriers to safety for survivors and their families.

Throughout the month, Mel Hewitt will be joining Marsy's Law for Georgia at several champion coin presentations dedicated to recognizing victim advocates and organizations focused on helping survivors of domestic violence. Learn more about DVAM and how you can get involved: https://www.dvawareness.org/WithSurvivors

10/02/2026

For many survivors, telling their story in an open courtroom can feel overwhelming.

In our newest Ask the Attorneys video, Ryan Isenberg explains whether a victim will have to testify in open court during a civil lawsuit and he provides some important context about what the legal process may look like.

Have another question about the civil justice system? Send us a message! https://isenberg-hewitt.com/contact/

09/29/2026

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in six older adults experiences abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse and neglect and often by their own caregivers or family.

With September being Healthy Aging Month, it's not just important to focus on the physical health of our senior citizens but it's also essential to make sure they are safe, supported and treated with dignity. This month, like every other month, take time to check in, pay attention to warning signs and speak up when something doesn’t seem right.

Fact sheet on mental health and older adults covering prevalence, risk factors, prevention and promotion, treatment and care, and WHO's work in this area.

09/25/2026

Recently, Isenberg & Hewitt co-founder Mel Hewitt, managing partner Ryan Isenberg and paralegal, Lauren Monkiewicz, attended the 2026 National Crime Victim Bar Association's (NCVBA) Annual Conference in Chicago from September 9 - 11.

They joined victim advocates, civil attorneys, criminal justice professionals and law enforcement officers from across the country to learn about new legal issues, litigation strategies and resources that can help attorneys better serve crime victims and their families.

And in perhaps the most unexpected photo of the day: Chris Hansen from To Catch a Predator featuring the other Chris Hansen, Mel’s wife who shares the same famous name!

Learn more about National Crime Victim Bar Association here: https://victimbar.org/NCVBA-Annual-Conference

09/22/2026

Staff at Ridgeview Institute in Smyrna were reportedly told about a sexual assault between two patients but failed to notify other staff, law enforcement, or the victim’s guardian.

“The victim’s guardian is pleading with authorities to demand immediate improvement in how Ridgeview protects patients or to simply shut down the beleaguered facility before another person is sexually assaulted or victimized,” said an Atlanta-based law firm.

If you or a loved one has suffered abuse in a residential medical facility, contact Isenberg & Hewitt for a free consultation: https://isenberg-hewitt.com/contact/

Filed by the guardian of a 20-year-old woman on the autism spectrum, the suit claims the woman was r***d by another patient while hospitalized at Ridgeview Institute.

09/17/2026

A civil case may be one part of a survivor’s path forward, but legal help is not always the only support they need.

In our latest blog, we look at victim resources in Georgia that may help with needs such as counseling, medical expenses, housing, financial assistance, victim advocacy and more. We also share how an experienced civil law firm can help clients identify and connect with those resources.

At Isenberg & Hewitt, helping victims means looking beyond the lawsuit and helping survivors understand what support may be available to them. Read the full blog to learn more. https://isenberg-hewitt.com/blog/

09/15/2026

Authorities in Georgia are asking additional victims to come forward as they continue investigating an accused serial ra**st believed to have operated across west Georgia for decades.

Officials say 25 victims have been identified so far, and they believe there may be others. Anyone with information about Bobby Lee Hart Jr. is encouraged to contact the Paulding County District Attorney’s Office at 770-443-7561.

Isenberg & Hewitt is not involved in this case, but advocating for survivors of sexual assault and helping victims understand their options is at the heart of the work we do.

Georgia law enforcement and legal officials are once again asking potential victims to come forward as they continue investigating an accused serial ra**st.

09/10/2026

FACT OR MYTH: Posting a warning sign protects a business from liability.

MYTH: A sign may warn customers about a potential danger, but it does not automatically excuse a business from its responsibility to maintain a reasonably safe environment.

In our latest Fact vs. Myth video, attorney Ryan Isenberg explains why businesses may still be held accountable when dangerous conditions lead to someone being injured.