A serious accident, whether it be a motor vehicle accident or slip-and-fall, can result in severe injuries and even the loss of life. Family members of the person who passed away may be left wondering if their loved one’s death was preventable. In many cases, they...
Obvious impact: truck crash severity and consequences
“The world is a busy place.” That comment comes courtesy of one Georgia legal source spotlighting the vast and varied personal injury realm. The frenetic and fast-paced nature of that universe spawns risks, even for individuals and families engaged in the most common...
Techniques people can do to relieve pain
Many accidents leave victims in severe pain, even weeks or months after the incident. And while medical treatment relieves some injuries, it's not a guarantee to remove all the pain. Luckily, there are some ways that people can reduce their pain, without further...
Criminal convictions and job hunting
Everyone makes mistakes. However, most people learn from those mistakes and lead better lives because of it. But can your mistakes come back and haunt you? Many employers conduct strict background searches through the application process, and many applicants worry...
Are there any benefits to ignition interlock devices?
Driving under the influence comes with serious, life-altering consequences in Georgia – especially if it’s not your first drunk driving offense. In addition to jailtime, hundreds of dollars in fines and a permanent criminal record, you will likely have to install an...
Is my ex trying to ruin my relationship with the kids?
Deciding to file for divorce is a challenging and complicated time in a person’s life. Many changes have probably occurred and there may be more to come. In such an uncertain time, it is understandable to feel overwhelmed. What can make this situation even more...
Don’t lose your driver’s license over traffic violations
A traffic ticket can ruin the flow of your day. Taking care of a ticket on time can help you dodge the worst-case scenario. In Georgia, you can address the ticket by either paying the fine or contesting the ticket. Paying the ticket is the quicker of the two options,...
Providing quality of life plays a role in parenting time
Getting a divorce can come with a lot of questions. Your life will be put on the chopping block to see what ends up where. But it’s not just you and your spouse that need to face the process, as your children will also require some answers. Georgia ranks in the top 15...
Collateral consequences of criminal convictions punish for life
If a court convicts you of a felony, it will hand down a punishment for you to serve. This can mean jail time, fines, community service or probation. But unless you get a life sentence, once you serve your time, you have paid back your debt to society. Unfortunately,...
5 tips for talking to your kids about divorce
Many couples put off getting divorced because they are concerned about how it will affect their kids. Still, divorce impacts thousands of families each year, and often, if you can handle it maturely, your kids likely will be happier in the long run. However, facing...
