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Fuller instruction in Georgia

14 Georgia opinions name it 2 courts 1885–2025 1 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Georgia courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (10)

CaseFollowedCited
Carswell v. Stategreen
gactapp · 2001 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
2 sentences

2013With the exception of Fuller’s objection to the State’s comments, closing arguments in this case were not transcribed. “[Wjhere the transcript or record does not fully disclose what transpired at trial, the burden is on the complaining party to have the record completed in the trial court under the provisions of OCGA § 5-6-41 (f).” (Citation, punctuation and footnote omitted.) Carswell v. State, 251 Ga. App. 733, 736 (3) ( 555 SE2d 124 ) (2001).

2013With the exception of Fuller’s objection to the State’s comments, closing arguments in this case were not transcribed. “[Wjhere the transcript or record does not fully disclose what transpired at trial, the burden is on the complaining party to have the record completed in the trial court under the provisions of OCGA § 5-6-41 (f).” (Citation, punctuation and footnote omitted.) Carswell v. State, 251 Ga. App. 733, 736 (3) ( 555 SE2d 124 ) (2001).

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Archer Western Contractors, Ltd. v. Estate of Pittsgreen
ga · 2012 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016See, e.g., Archer Western Contractors, Ltd. v. Estate of Pitts, 292 Ga. 219, 230 ( 735 SE2d 772 ) (2012).

2016See, e.g., Archer Western Contractors, Ltd. v. Estate of Pitts, 292 Ga. 219, 230 ( 735 SE2d 772 ) (2012).

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Coppedge v. Coppedgegreen
ga · 2016 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016See Coppedge v. Coppedge, 298 Ga. 494 , 497-498 & n. 3 ( 783 SE2d 94 ) (2016). 3 The trial court should engage in this fuller analysis in the first instance.

2016See Coppedge v. Coppedge, 298 Ga. 494 , 497-498 & n. 3 ( 783 SE2d 94 ) (2016). 3 The trial court should engage in this fuller analysis in the first instance.

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Mullins v. Stategreen
gactapp · 1999 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
1 sentence

2012Lamons, 255 Ga. at 512 ; Mullins, 241 Ga. App. at 556-557 (2); Hendricks, 108 Ga. App. at 260 ; Golden, 63 Ga. App. at 768 .

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Johnston v. Conasauga Radiology, PCgreen
gactapp · 2001 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
2 sentences

2003See Johnston v. Conasauga Radiology, 249 Ga. App. 791, 794 (2) ( 549 SE2d 778 ) (2001); OCGA § 13-7-2.

2003See Johnston v. Conasauga Radiology, 249 Ga. App. 791, 794 (2) ( 549 SE2d 778 ) (2001); OCGA § 13-7-2.

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Jackson v. Stategreen
ga · 1993 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
2 sentences

2002“While the court has a duty to recharge any part of the charge at the request of the jury, the extent and character of any supplementary instructions are within the discretion of the court.” (Citations omitted.) Jackson v. State, 263 Ga. 468, 469 (1) ( 435 SE2d 442 ) (1993).

2002“While the court has a duty to recharge any part of the charge at the request of the jury, the extent and character of any supplementary instructions are within the discretion of the court.” (Citations omitted.) Jackson v. State, 263 Ga. 468, 469 (1) ( 435 SE2d 442 ) (1993).

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Fouts v. Builders Transport, Inc.green
gactapp · 1996 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1997–1997
2 sentences

1997Moreover, the trial court gave a fuller instruction on contributory negligence, which Grady does not challenge, immediately afterward. “[Vjiewing the charge as a whole, as we must, we cannot say that it misstated the law or was confusing to the jury.” (Citation and punctuation omitted.) Fouts v. Builders Transport, 222 Ga. App. 568, 574 (4) ( 474 SE2d 746 ) (1996). 4.

1997Moreover, the trial court gave a fuller instruction on contributory negligence, which Grady does not challenge, immediately afterward. “[Vjiewing the charge as a whole, as we must, we cannot say that it misstated the law or was confusing to the jury.” (Citation and punctuation omitted.) Fouts v. Builders Transport, 222 Ga. App. 568, 574 (4) ( 474 SE2d 746 ) (1996). 4.

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Real Estate International, Inc. v. Buggaygreen
gactapp · 1996 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1996–1996
2 sentences

1996Because summary judgment is appropriate if only one essential element of Fuller’s claim is eliminated, Lau’s Corp. v. Haskins, 261 Ga. 491 ( 405 SE2d 474 ) (1991), “we need not address all the issues raised on appeal or in the motion for summary judgment to resolve this appeal.” Real Estate Intl. v. Buggay, 220 Ga. App. 449, 451 (2) ( 469 SE2d 242 ) (1996).

1996Because summary judgment is appropriate if only one essential element of Fuller’s claim is eliminated, Lau’s Corp. v. Haskins, 261 Ga. 491 ( 405 SE2d 474 ) (1991), “we need not address all the issues raised on appeal or in the motion for summary judgment to resolve this appeal.” Real Estate Intl. v. Buggay, 220 Ga. App. 449, 451 (2) ( 469 SE2d 242 ) (1996).

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Studstill v. Stategreen
· 1849 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1963–1963
1 sentence

1963Studstill v. State, 7 Ga. 2, 3 (7); Lightfoot v. Southeastern Liquid Fertilizer Co., 102 Ga. App. 512, 513 ( 116 SE2d 651 ).

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Lightfoot v. Southeastern Liquid Fertilizer Company, Inc.green
gactapp · 1960 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1963–1963
2 sentences

1963Studstill v. State, 7 Ga. 2, 3 (7); Lightfoot v. Southeastern Liquid Fertilizer Co., 102 Ga. App. 512, 513 ( 116 SE2d 651 ).

1963Studstill v. State, 7 Ga. 2, 3 (7); Lightfoot v. Southeastern Liquid Fertilizer Co., 102 Ga. App. 512, 513 ( 116 SE2d 651 ).

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Georgia. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (9)

CaseCitedYears
Bates v. State green
ga · 2023
1 sentence

2025Id.

12025–2025
Golden v. State green
gactapp · 1940
1 sentence

2012Lamons, 255 Ga. at 512 ; Mullins, 241 Ga. App. at 556-557 (2); Hendricks, 108 Ga. App. at 260 ; Golden, 63 Ga. App. at 768 .

12012–2012
Lamons v. State green
ga · 1986
1 sentence

2012Lamons, 255 Ga. at 512 ; Mullins, 241 Ga. App. at 556-557 (2); Hendricks, 108 Ga. App. at 260 ; Golden, 63 Ga. App. at 768 .

12012–2012
Hendricks v. State green
gactapp · 1963
1 sentence

2012Lamons, 255 Ga. at 512 ; Mullins, 241 Ga. App. at 556-557 (2); Hendricks, 108 Ga. App. at 260 ; Golden, 63 Ga. App. at 768 .

12012–2012
Hill v. State green
gactapp · 1998
1 sentence

2010Given Hill, supra, such knowledge as the solicitor-general actually had of the charges against Fuller may be imputed to the assistant solicitor-general who handled Fuller’s plea in recorder’s court.

12010–2010
Lau's Corp., Inc. v. Haskins green
ga · 1991
2 sentences

1996Because summary judgment is appropriate if only one essential element of Fuller’s claim is eliminated, Lau’s Corp. v. Haskins, 261 Ga. 491 ( 405 SE2d 474 ) (1991), “we need not address all the issues raised on appeal or in the motion for summary judgment to resolve this appeal.” Real Estate Intl. v. Buggay, 220 Ga. App. 449, 451 (2) ( 469 SE2d 242 ) (1996).

1996Because summary judgment is appropriate if only one essential element of Fuller’s claim is eliminated, Lau’s Corp. v. Haskins, 261 Ga. 491 ( 405 SE2d 474 ) (1991), “we need not address all the issues raised on appeal or in the motion for summary judgment to resolve this appeal.” Real Estate Intl. v. Buggay, 220 Ga. App. 449, 451 (2) ( 469 SE2d 242 ) (1996).

11996–1996
Martin v. Wilson neutral
gactapp · 1987
2 sentences

1989Cf. Martin v. Wilson, 184 Ga. App. 196 (2) ( 361 SE2d 209 ) (1987).

1989Cf. Martin v. Wilson, 184 Ga. App. 196 (2) ( 361 SE2d 209 ) (1987).

11989–1989
Billups v. State green
ga · 1976
2 sentences

1979Billups v. State, 236 Ga. 922 (1) ( 225 SE2d 887 ).

1979Billups v. State, 236 Ga. 922 (1) ( 225 SE2d 887 ).

11979–1979
Couch v. Turner green
· 1855
1 sentence

1885If it appears that the latter cannot show that his title or claim is connected with the grantee, or that the grantee authorized the use of his name, perhaps no recovery for the- plaintiff can stand on that demise ; but if either is shown, then such a recovery may stand. 17 Ga., 489, 540 ; 29 lb , 571; 32 Ib., 445.

11885–1885

Statutes the citing opinions construe

GA § 16-2-20 (3) GA § 16-5-21 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

GA 14 (1885–2025) MA 9 (1990–2016) TX 9 (1996–2021) MI 5 (1977–2017) AL 5 (1989–2015) OH 5 (2011–2022) CA 5 (1952–2022) PA 5 (2007–2024) IL 3 (1983–2019) NY 3 (1993–2017) NJ 3 (1986–2012) MD 3 (1973–2002) FL 3 (1973–2013) OK 2 (1915–2024) IN 2 (1945–1957) ND 2 (1913–2000) NE 2 (2009–2025) WI 2 (1973–2026) IA 2 (1981–1997) MT 2 (1996–2009) KS 2 (1923–1925) KY 2 (1997–2025) WA 2 (2012–2018)

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