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OCTOBER 2025
The Fears That Keep Injured Workers Up at Night When Injury Strikes, the Scariest Part Isn’t Always the Pain
October might be the season for haunted houses, scary movies, and jump scares, but for many of my clients, the fears they face are far more real than anything in a ghost story. And while I can’t bust ghosts, I can help carry the weight of these fears and fight for a resolution so people can move forward with their lives. When someone is injured at work, it’s not just the pain from the injury that keeps them up at night. It’s the questions swirling in their mind: Will I ever get back to my job? How will I pay my bills? What happens to my health insurance? One of the most common (and understandable) fears I see is the worry about money. In Georgia, workers’ comp only pays two-thirds of your average weekly wage, and that’s capped. That drop in income can be terrifying for folks with mortgages, kids’ activities, car payments, and medical bills. And while you’re receiving those benefits from the insurance company (not your employer), your regular paycheck is gone, and sometimes, so is your employer- sponsored health insurance. I’ve seen clients suddenly hit with thousands of dollars in health insurance premiums through COBRA or get invoices they simply
can’t afford. I’ve had clients lose their homes, vehicles, and savings because that two-thirds pay doesn’t stretch as far as they need. And to make matters worse, checks sometimes arrive late or even stop without warning, forcing me to get on the phone, send emails, and push hard until the payments start again.
but I can make sure their rights are protected, their benefits keep coming, and the insurance company plays by the rules. I return calls, send letters, push adjusters, and, if needed, escalate things until my clients get the care and compensation they deserve. One of my favorite moments is when I can quickly cut through months of frustration. Recently, I helped a young woman who’d been told by an adjuster she couldn’t change doctors, even though her first doctor said nothing was wrong despite a serious shoulder injury. Within two weeks, I got her a new doctor, an MRI, and approval for surgery. After six months of pain and uncertainty, she finally had a plan and a path forward. This Halloween, while plenty of folks brave haunted trails or watch scary movies, I’ll be here helping people face fears that don’t fade when the credits roll. If you’ve been hurt on the job in Georgia, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to fight for you so you can focus on healing, rebuilding, and getting your life back.
Money troubles are scary, but living in constant pain can be even scarier. I’ve had clients who can no longer lift their grandkids, play catch in the yard, or even get out of bed without help. These people have worked hard all their lives, only to question whether they’ll ever be independent again. That fear of losing your independence and mobility is something many people don’t think about until it happens to them, but once it does, it’s life-changing. Part of my job as a workers’ comp attorney is to take some of that fear off my clients’ shoulders. I can’t make their injuries disappear,
–Ty Wilson
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Turn Fright Night Into a Safe Night Goblins Aren’t the Only Ones Lurking … Watch for Pedestrians This Halloween
Behind the ghoulish fun and festive spirit, hidden dangers lurk on Halloween: dark streets, distracted pedestrians, and drivers who may not expect little ghosts and superheroes to pop out from between parked cars. Add a few teenagers behind the wheel (sometimes driving too fast, sometimes making poor choices), and it can turn into a recipe for disaster. That’s why a little extra caution from both drivers and pedestrians can keep the night sweet instead of scary.
Don't forget to turn your headlights on earlier than usual to improve your visibility, and be especially cautious when entering or exiting driveways. If you suspect another driver is impaired, immediately report it to law enforcement. Lastly, know that reducing your speed by just a few miles per hour can be the difference between a near-miss and a tragedy.
contact with drivers before stepping into the road. Keep devices tucked away and always walk, never run, across the street. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic and as far to the left as possible. These small steps can dramatically lower the chances of an accident. KEEPING HALLOWEEN FUN AND SAFE When we stay alert, slow down, and make wise choices, we can all keep Halloween about fun instead of fear. If you or someone you know has been injured due to a driver’s negligence, our team at Ty Wilson Law is here to help you understand your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve.
FOR PARENTS: SAFETY STARTS BEFORE YOU LEAVE THE HOUSE
Before the fun begins, talk with your kids about how to stay safe. Plan a direct route with minimal street crossings, and use a buddy system so no one walks alone. Costumes should be bright or decorated with reflective tape, and glow sticks or flashlights can help kids be more visible to drivers. Remind your kids that they should use crosswalks or intersections whenever possible when crossing streets, and make eye
FOR DRIVERS: EXTRA VIGILANCE COULD SAVE A LIFE
If you’re behind the wheel on Halloween night, expect the unexpected. Children may dart into the street without warning, especially when excited about candy. Slow down in residential areas and keep your eyes scanning the road, not your phone. Remember, popular trick-or- treating hours are between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., so be on high alert during that window.
Surprising Southern Halloween Laws
Clergy, Candy, and Criminal Codes
Depending on where you live, Halloween is either a holiday for spooky fun or a one-way ticket to the wrong side of the law. Surprisingly, certain parts of the country have Halloween-related laws regulating everything from who can wear a mask to whom you’re allowed to make laugh. Here are a few obscure-but-true laws in the South that, if broken, are scarier than any haunted hayride. THE GREAT MUSTACHIOED PRIEST MENACE If you’re a Halloween reveler in Alabama, be careful with your costume choice — God and the law are watching. Dressing up like a priest, rabbi, nun, or other clergy member on Oct. 31 or any other day of the year could cost you a fine of up to $500 or up to a year behind bars. The law was established to show respect to religious institutions by discouraging citizens from impersonating faith leaders. Additionally, Alabama’s focus on maintaining a sense of decorum in religious practices extends to what citizens do in the presence of actual priests. Naturally, disrupting services by prompting attendees to burst out laughing is bad form, which is why the state prohibits anyone from wearing a fake mustache in church to elicit a chuckle.
Was this practice really widespread enough to inspire an actual law? While the law’s historical origins are unclear, it demonstrates the state's commitment to religious faith and willingness to fine anyone who attempts to mock it. THE DECRIMINALIZED CHILDREN OF DUBLIN Dublin, Georgia, has an odd — and, depending on your age, totally fun — legal perspective concerning facial coverings. Although the city’s rules were loosened temporarily at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, municipal laws prohibit people from “wearing a mask, hood, or other apparel or regalia in such manner as to conceal [their] identity, or in such manner that [their] face is not fully visible, or in such manner that [they] may not be recognized.” However, Dublin makes an annual exception for children under the age of 16 who “may be garbed in the usual or customary children's Halloween costumes.” While parents or older siblings will face a misdemeanor charge if they’re caught wearing a mask while accompanying their little ones trick-or-treating, at least children in Dublin won’t be deemed juvenile criminals for covering their faces while on the hunt for neighborhood candy.
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Pumpkins on the vine, corn stalks swaying in the breeze, and the scent of cider in the air — fall in Georgia is something special. From sunlit hayrides and giant corn mazes to pumpkin-lit nights that feel downright magical, these are the patches and festivals where autumn truly comes alive. Georgia’s 5 Most Magical Pumpkin Patches and Festivals Where to Find the State’s Biggest Pumpkins and Brightest Fall Nights
picture-perfect photo ops, Buford Corn Maze is the place to make your sweetest and spookiest fall memories.
UNCLE SHUCK'S CORN MAZE & PUMPKIN PATCH UncleShucks.com
OTTAWA FARMS PUMPKIN PATCH OttawaFarms.com
Head to Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch in Dawsonville for a full day of fall fun! Navigate 12 acres of winding corn paths. Then, after dusk, dare to enter “The Dark Rows,” a haunted maze where flashlights are forbidden. Unwind by the campfire with marshmallows, s’mores, and songs. With family-friendly activities by day and spooky thrills by night, Uncle Shuck’s is the perfect place to celebrate the season. STONE MOUNTAIN PARK’S PUMPKIN FESTIVAL StoneMountainPark.com Until Nov. 2, you can experience whimsical fairy tale scenes at Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin Festival! When night falls, the park glows to life with the Pumpkin Tree Lighting, the Enchanted Glow-a-Long Parade, and the jaw-dropping world’s largest Pumpkin Drone & Light Show. It’s part fantasy, part fall festival, and all unforgettable!
Fall fun is in full swing at Ottawa Farms in Bloomingdale, just outside Savannah! Pick the perfect pumpkin and enjoy more than 20 attractions for all ages. From hayrides and games to tasty seasonal treats, there’s something to delight every visitor. Relax in the picnic area, take in the beautiful 350-acre setting, and soak up the charm of a farm that’s been a Chatham County favorite since 1870.
SOUTHERN BELLE FARMS SouthernBelleFarm.com
BUFORD CORN MAZE BufordCornMaze.com
Fall is calling, and Southern Belle Farm in McDonough is the answer! Laugh along at the pig races, take your best shot with the corn cannon, and treat yourself to fresh- baked goodies from the market and bakery. With fun around every corner and autumn magic in the air, Southern Belle Farm is the kind of place where memories are made.
Trust us, it’s worth the drive to Buford. Get lost in a winding corn maze, bounce along on unlimited hayrides, and let the kids dive into its famous corn box (like a sandbox filled with, you guessed it). Tiptoe into the Haunted Forest, where surprises lurk around every turn. With pony rides and
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EXTRA-CRISPY RANCH CHICKEN CUTLETS
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1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with olive oil and set aside. 2. Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and pepper. 3. Set out three shallow bowls. In the first, combine flour and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the eggs to the second bowl. Mix panko, Parmesan, and ranch seasoning mix in the third bowl. 4. For coating, dip seasoned chicken breasts in flour, coating both sides. Then, dip the chicken in the beaten eggs and, finally, the panko mixture. 5. Place each coated chicken breast in the prepared baking dish. 6. Spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray. 7. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165 F and is golden brown.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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When the Paychecks Go Bump in the Night: The Scariest Part of a Work Injury
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From Trick-or-Treat to Tragedy? How to Prevent Halloween Night Accidents
Pulpits and Pumpkins
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Top 5 Pumpkin Patches and Fall Festivals Around Georgia
Extra-Crispy Ranch Chicken Cutlets
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Reel in More Fish This Autumn
Autumn Angling Where, When, and How to Hook Fish This Fall
MATCH THE CATCH In fall, baitfish grow larger. Adjust your lure size and color to mimic the prevalent forage in your fishing area. This increases the likelihood of enticing bites. EXPLORE STOCKED WATERS Many lakes and streams are stocked with trout and catfish in the fall. These fish are often eager to bite, providing excellent opportunities for anglers. UTILIZE LIVE BAIT Live bait can be particularly effective in cooler temperatures. Minnows, nightcrawlers, and shad can more effectively entice sluggish fish than artificial lures. MONITOR WATER CONDITIONS Fall often brings changes in water levels due to drawdowns. Stay informed about these conditions, as they influence fish locations and behavior.
As cooler temperatures, golden leaves, and holidays roll in, fall is one of the best-kept secrets in fishing. While many pack up their rods after summer, savvy anglers know autumn is when the real magic happens. Fish feed aggressively as they prepare for winter, and the crowds of people enjoying the water have thinned out. A few tweaks can level up your fishing game this season, whether you're chasing bass, crappie, or trout. TARGET SHALLOW WATERS As temperatures drop, baitfish like shad move into the backs of creeks and embayments. Predatory fish such as bass and crappie follow, making these areas hotspots. Focus your efforts on these shallow zones to increase your catch rate.
EXPERIMENT WITH DEPTHS Fall turnover can scatter fish throughout various depths. Don't hesitate to try different depths until you locate active fish. Using a fish finder can help you identify these productive zones. FISH THROUGHOUT THE DAY Unlike summer, when fish are most active during dawn and dusk, fall fish feed more consistently throughout the day. This allows for flexible fishing schedules without the need for early starts. FOCUS ON STRUCTURE Fish gravitate toward structures like submerged wood and rocky banks during fall. These areas provide shelter and warmth, and targeting them can lead to successful catches.
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