If a driver is caught drinking then they could be charged with driving under the influence (DUI). Per Georgia laws, if this was the driver’s first offense in five years, their license may be suspended. After 12 months, they can have your license reinstated, but, in...
When a prosecutor accuses you of certain criminal activity, your intention at the time of the crime sometimes matters. Intention at the time of an incident can have a profound impact on which charges someone faces and how they choose to defend themselves in criminal...
Social media use has gone from a fringe online activity utilized mainly by teenagers and college students to one of the most common ways in which people interact with one another. You may use multiple different social media platforms and check in with your friends and...
It is common for people to feel uncertain about what the future holds as they contemplate filing for divorce. Many people aren't even sure if they can successfully end their marriage. For example, their spouse may have told them before that they would never cooperate...
Police officers conduct traffic stops when they think drivers are too impaired to drive. They have many tools at their disposal to determine what’s going on once they make contact with the driver. One of these is the field sobriety test. The field sobriety test isn’t...
Committing to military service will mean a lot of personal sacrifices, as well as a lot of strain on your family relationships. Sometimes, those who serve in the military will go through a divorce during their service. There are a lot of myths about the military...
The main rule for parenting plans in Georgia is that they should be in a child's best interests. However, what is actually best for a child is open to interpretation. Personal history, education levels and religion can all influence what people think are actually best...
People make mistakes. For some, driving home after a drink or two is one of them. For others, taking a medication that doesn’t mix well with alcohol might be another. No matter what it is that led to a DUI traffic stop in Georgia, you need to know your rights and what...
Divorce is a notoriously unpredictable process. You don't know what your spouse may say or do during mediation or in court. You also don't know how a judge might rule on various issues between you and your ex. Some couples already have an outline for their divorce...
Domestic assault is a problem throughout Georgia and the rest of the United States, which is why it’s important to address it if it is happening in your home. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior that may turn into domestic assault or abuse. Domestic...
