Leveraging Georgia’s First Offender Act: How to Keep a Conviction Off Your Record for a One-Time Mistake
When someone makes a mistake and ends up in court, the long-term impact of a conviction can be overwhelming. In Georgia, the First Offender Act offers a second chance without the burden of a criminal record. For many first-time offenders, this law can be the difference between a future with limitations and one with a… Continue reading Leveraging Georgia’s First Offender Act: How to Keep a Conviction Off Your Record for a One-Time Mistake
Read MoreDram Shop Laws in Georgia: Holding Bars and Restaurants Liable for Drunk Driving Injuries
When someone is injured in a drunk driving crash, blame often falls on the driver. But under Georgia’s dram shop law, a business that served alcohol to that driver could also be responsible. These laws aim to prevent drunk driving by holding bars, restaurants, and even private hosts accountable when they serve alcohol recklessly. When… Continue reading Dram Shop Laws in Georgia: Holding Bars and Restaurants Liable for Drunk Driving Injuries
Read MoreGeofence Warrants and the Digital Dragnet: Fighting Broad Cellphone Location Sweeps in Georgia Criminal Cases
Prosecutors in Georgia are using geofence warrants more and more to place people near a crime scene. These warrants collect location data, usually pulled from Google, from every phone in a certain area during a set time period. The issue? Most of the people caught up in that sweep haven’t done anything wrong. How Geofence… Continue reading Geofence Warrants and the Digital Dragnet: Fighting Broad Cellphone Location Sweeps in Georgia Criminal Cases
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injury Claims: Using Cutting-Edge Neurological Evidence to Maximize Damages for Severe Head Injury Cases
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have a lifelong impact, even when the damage is not visible on a traditional scan. In Georgia, accident victims with serious head injuries often face challenges proving the full extent of their harm, especially when symptoms like memory loss, mood swings, and chronic fatigue do not show up on a… Continue reading Traumatic Brain Injury Claims: Using Cutting-Edge Neurological Evidence to Maximize Damages for Severe Head Injury Cases
Read MoreGeorgia’s New Hate Crime Law: Defending Against Enhanced Charges in Social Media-Driven Cases
Georgia’s hate crime law adds serious penalties to crimes motivated by bias, especially when prosecutors point to controversial posts or messages as evidence of motive. However, not everything posted online proves intent, and speech alone doesn’t turn an offense into a hate crime. What Georgia Law Allows (and Requires) Passed in 2020, Georgia’s hate crime statute… Continue reading Georgia’s New Hate Crime Law: Defending Against Enhanced Charges in Social Media-Driven Cases
Read MoreEV Battery Explosions: Proving Design Flaws in Lithium-Ion Packs Under Georgia’s Product Liability Act
As Georgia continues to grow into a national hub for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, battery-related injuries are getting more attention. Fires and explosions linked to lithium-ion batteries have raised serious safety questions, especially when the cause ties back to a design flaw. For people injured in Northwest Georgia or East Tennessee, the state’s product liability… Continue reading EV Battery Explosions: Proving Design Flaws in Lithium-Ion Packs Under Georgia’s Product Liability Act
Read MoreDeepfake Defense: Disputing AI-Generated Evidence in Fraud and Extortion Cases
Artificial intelligence is currently facilitating the manipulation of videos, images, and audio recordings. Deepfake technology can create convincing but completely fake clips of people saying or doing things they never actually did. In Georgia, lawmakers have primarily focussed on ways to address deepfakes in elections. However, these AI-generated forgeries go beyond the political sphere. Deepfakes… Continue reading Deepfake Defense: Disputing AI-Generated Evidence in Fraud and Extortion Cases
Read MoreAutonomous Trucking Accidents: Determining Liability in Cases Involving Tesla Semi or Waymo Via
Self-driving trucks are no longer a future concept. Companies like Tesla and Waymo are already using them to haul freight across highways. These vehicles rely on artificial intelligence instead of human drivers, which raises an important legal question: Who is responsible when they crash? In Georgia, determining liability depends on whether the issue was caused… Continue reading Autonomous Trucking Accidents: Determining Liability in Cases Involving Tesla Semi or Waymo Via
Read MoreThe Legal Implications of Digital Evidence in Criminal Trials
The advancement of technology and digital platforms has created new opportunities for prosecutors. Law enforcement is now using digital platforms to investigate and prosecute crimes. Text messages, emails, social media posts, and even GPS data can now be used as evidence in criminal trials. While digital evidence can help prove guilt or innocence, it also… Continue reading The Legal Implications of Digital Evidence in Criminal Trials
Read MoreUnderstanding Premises Liability in Slip and Fall Cases
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, including in a grocery store, a restaurant, or even a neighbor’s home. These accidents often lead to serious injuries. With that comes medical bills, lost wages, and long-term pain. In Georgia, property owners are legally required to keep their premises safe. If they fail to do so and… Continue reading Understanding Premises Liability in Slip and Fall Cases
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