Criminal charges can upend nearly every aspect of your life, especially if those charges lead to a conviction. That’s why you need to be prepared to mount the most aggressive criminal defense possible given your circumstances. If your income is under a certain level,...
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What are your windows for pursuing compensation after a crash?
After sustaining injuries in an auto accident, you likely sought medical treatment immediately. Yet, you may have yet to proceed with filing an insurance claim or taking legal action against the at-fault motorist. If this is the case, you may worry whether you are...
Two men arrested on drug charges after Valdosta car crash
People in Valdosta and the surrounding areas of Georgia can face criminal charges in a variety of different circumstances. Traffic arrests are frequently related to a law enforcement stop and investigation. However, one incident can lead to another and be the catalyst...
Holiday driving tips for senior drivers
As the holiday season approaches, many people are starting to make their travel arrangements to celebrate with family and friends. However, whether you're planning on staying in Georgia or crossing state lines, older drivers need to take extra precautions when...
Georgia seeks to reduce distracted driving during awareness month
Life gets busy, and multi-tasking seems to be a common resolution for individuals in Georgia and elsewhere. While this can be an effective way to tackle one’s to-do list, one place that it should not be addressed is while an individual is behind the wheel. In other...
An overview of drug schedules under Georgia law
Are all drug crimes in Georgia treated the same? Not necessarily. Drug possession is different than drug manufacturing or trafficking. In addition, the type of drug at issue can dictate the seriousness of the crime. Georgia drug schedules Georgia law classifies drugs...
Common causes of slip and fall injuries
A slip and fall in a store, restaurant, lobby, or other business may cause more than a minor injury. Each year, there are 29 million falls which cause 28,000 fatalities and 800,000 hospital admissions. Landlords and property owners may face a premises liability...
Asbestos exposure is a leading cause of cancer. Know your rights.
Decades after research showed the link between asbestos exposure and mesothelioma, our country is still dealing with the consequences. Asbestos continues to lead to thousands of new cancer cases annually, and because of its ongoing presence in older buildings, we will...
What are the field sobriety tests used in Georgia?
Have you ever driven by a traffic stop on the side of the road or highway? Sometimes, you’ll see a police officer putting a suspect through tests of coordination that seem odd if you don’t know what you’re looking at. These are known as field sobriety tests (FSTs),...
Who is liable for shopping carts that become tripping hazards?
Retail establishments like stores and restaurants have a duty to maintain premises that are as safe as they reasonably can be for customers. These environments are always changing as people move through the space, and hazards are often created by other customers....