Author: Skip McManes
Skip McManes is a seasoned attorney with more than 20 years of experience in representing injured workers. Prior to dedicating his legal practice to this cause, he briefly worked as an insurance defense lawyer where he witnessed the unethical tactics of insurance companies. This motivated him to shift his focus to defending the rights of workers against these powerful entities.
Skip obtained his education from Johnson High in Gainesville and the University of Georgia, where he earned a degree in finance and a law degree. Despite his busy schedule, he remains an avid supporter of the Georgia Bulldogs.
Currently residing in Alpharetta, Georgia, Skip has been married for over two decades and has four children. His commitment to his clients and passion for justice are evident in his work, and he is dedicated to fighting for the rights of those who have been injured on the job.
Understanding the Importance of Reporting Workplace Injuries: A Guide for Employees Workplace injuries can have serious consequences for both employees and employers. It is crucial for employees to understand the importance of reporting any injuries sustained while on the job. Prompt reporting not only ensures that employees receive the necessary medical care and compensation, but […]
Workers’ compensation is a system that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill while on the job. Every state has its own set of rules and regulations regarding workers’ compensation, but the basic principles remain the same across the board. In Georgia, if you are injured while working, you may be entitled […]
Protecting Your Financial Future: Understanding Lost Wages from Accidents. Getting into an accident can be a traumatic and life-altering experience. In addition to physical injuries, there is often a significant financial burden that comes with it, particularly if you are unable to work. When you are injured in an accident that was caused by someone […]
Understanding Mediation in a Personal Injury Case: A Comprehensive Guide Mediation is a common method of resolving personal injury cases outside of the courtroom. In mediation, a neutral third party, the mediator, facilitates negotiations between the parties involved in the case. The goal of mediation is to reach a settlement that both parties can agree […]
Why Your Truck Accident Claim is Taking Longer Than Expected If you’ve been in a truck accident and have filed a claim, you may be wondering why it’s taking so long to receive compensation. Unfortunately, truck accident claims often take longer than other types of personal injury claims. In this blog post, we’ll explore some […]
Understanding the Process of Personal Injury Settlement Payments Receiving a settlement in a personal injury case can bring a sense of relief and closure, but it’s important to understand the process of how the settlement will be paid out. Settlement payouts can be complicated, and the amount you receive might not be the full amount […]
Financial Solutions When You Can’t Work and Are Waiting on Your Personal Injury Settlement When you’re dealing with the stress of a personal injury case, the last thing you should have to worry about is finances. It’s no secret that personal injury cases can result in hundreds — if not thousands — of dollars in […]
Can You Still File a Personal Injury Claim if You Were Slightly at Fault? Personal injury claims don’t just mean auto accidents. There are many types of injuries that result in personal injury claims. With nearly 40 million physician office visits for unintentional injuries in the United States each year and 24.5 million emergency room […]
How Long After an Incident Can You File a Personal Injury Claim? Approximately 1.5 million personal injury claims are filed each year worldwide, but when are these claims filed? Right after the accident, the focus should be on recovering from any injuries sustained during the incident. It may take weeks or even months until you […]
How Long Does It Usually Take to Settle a Personal Injury Claim? You or a loved one is injured. Medical bills and other expenses mount quickly, and you would like to be made whole again. When you start to think about filing a personal injury claim, you may ask yourself how long this process will […]