A prescription medication is, by its very nature, a controlled substance. You are not just allowed to possess it and use it as you wish. You can only do this under very specific circumstances, such as when a doctor diagnoses you with an ailment and writes you a...
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Serious burns can occur in a motor vehicle crash
Motor vehicle crashes can lead to a host of injuries, some of which are catastrophic. One injury that can greatly affect a victim’s life is a fourth-degree burn. This is the most serious type of burn that a person can suffer. Unlike less serious burns, a...
An overview of self-defense laws in Georgia
Defending yourself and your property from physical harm is a legal right that Georgia allows in certain conditions. However, not all use of force is justified. It’s important that you understand exactly when you can and cannot use physical force to defend yourself....
Inadequate truck driver training and how it contributes to accidents
Trucking companies should still train drivers despite those drivers having a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), which shows they have met the minimum requirements to operate a truck. This helps to better ensure a company has a qualified workforce. However, some...
What types of compensation can you get after a truck accident?
Experiencing a truck accident can be a life-altering event. The aftermath often involves physical injuries, emotional distress and financial burdens. Understanding the types of compensation available can help victims recover and move forward. Compensation for medical...
Why do sex crime cases often revolve around consent?
In some sex crimes, it’s clear that consent was never a consideration for the perpetrator. Yet many who face allegations of a sex crime thought they did have the other person’s consent or at least thought the other person would be OK with what was happening. Getting...
What Is The Difference Between Voluntary And Involuntary Manslaughter In Georgia?
In Georgia, both voluntary and involuntary manslaughter involve the unlawful killing of another person, but they differ in intent and circumstances. Voluntary manslaughter is often characterized as a “crime of passion” usually resulting from some type of provocation....
When can police officers force their way into a private residence?
When police officers want to search a private residence, they frequently knock and ask for permission. Sometimes, people open the door to the police. Others may refuse to let them inside to protect against invasions of privacy. The officers might force their way onto...
Complete versus incomplete spinal cord injuries
People who are involved in a motor vehicle crash can have considerable injuries because of the violent impact. One of that’s possible is a spinal cord injury, which can be life-altering. In most cases, the symptoms of a spinal cord injury, such as an inability to move...
3 catastrophic head injuries you can get in a car wreck
Motor vehicle accidents usually result in injuries, some of which may be catastrophic. These injuries leave the victim and their loved ones grappling with life-altering physical, emotional and financial challenges as they face the difficult path to recovery and adjust...