Getting arrested for a sex crime in Georgia doesn’t automatically put you on the sex offender list. The state only adds your name after a conviction. But just because your name isn’t listed yet doesn’t mean the situation isn’t serious. Here’s what Georgia law actually...
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Is a trucking company liable for its negligent driver’s actions?
A devastating truck accident can leave you and your family with life-changing injuries and medical debt. Blaming the driver who hit you for the damages is understandable, but they are not the only party responsible. Their trucking company can also be at fault for the...
Can cash in a drug case lead to federal charges in Georgia?
Many drug cases start in state court. But some drug cases in Georgia quickly turn federal. When someone handles a lot of cash, moves large amounts of product or has unreported income, federal agents pay attention fast. This type of cash activity can change the entire...
3 times police officers can lawfully force entry into a residence
Usually, police officers need a warrant or permission to enter a private residence. Police officers must follow the right procedures, or anything they find while searching a residence could be vulnerable to suppression during criminal proceedings. Occasionally,...
Why truck accident claims differ from car accident claims
You drive on Georgia roads beside many commercial trucks each day. After a serious crash involving one of these vehicles, you may find that the claim process feels more complicated than a regular car accident. A truck collision can involve several parties, overlapping...
What Georgians should know about “Austin’s Law”
Being charged with a crime involving the sale of drugs – even one pill – can have serious consequences. Those consequences can be even greater when someone dies as a result. A tiny amount of fentanyl, for example, can be fatal. It is some 50 times stronger than...
Wrongful death lawsuits: Proving negligence
Wrongful death statutes exist to facilitate justice after a tragedy. In some cases, wrongful death lawsuits are straightforward, as there is evidence of criminal activity that caused a death. Other times, the plaintiffs pursuing the wrongful death lawsuit claim that...
What to know about Georgia’s 911 Medical Amnesty law
If you live in Georgia or if you’re the parent of a child who’s attending college here, it’s important to know about the “911 Medical Amnesty” law. All states have some version of an overdose immunity law – sometimes referred to as a Good Samaritan law. These laws...
Your rights as a victim after a serious truck accident
Collisions with large commercial trucks can have life-changing consequences. Because of their enormous size and weight, the impact can cause severe injuries and significant property damage. For victims, the aftermath is painful but also overwhelming, as they face...
How a dashboard camera can help after a semi-truck crash
Modern technology can help improve safety in traffic. There are devices that can prevent drivers from exceeding certain speeds that companies can install in fleet vehicles. There are logging devices installed in trucks that track how long drivers are on the road to...