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3 common reasons for divorce

Most people who marry do so from a place of optimism, believing that their relationship will stand the test of time. Sadly, divorce is an all-too-common outcome for many marriages, here in Georgia and elsewhere. The reasons for divorce vary as widely as the people who decide to get married. However, experts say that there… Continue reading 3 common reasons for divorce

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30-year high in pedestrian deaths around the nation

The risks that go along with driving a car are obvious. They are heightened when pedestrians are in or near the roadway. One recent study shows that pedestrian deaths are the highest they’ve been in almost 30 years. In this regard, Georgia is said to be among the most dangerous states in the country. The Governors… Continue reading 30-year high in pedestrian deaths around the nation

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Unborn baby dies in one of state’s motor vehicle accidents

Cars have been on Georgia roadways in ever increasing numbers for well over 100 years. As the number of vehicles has increased so has the potential for accidents as the roadways become more crowded. Defensive driving is taught as a way to combat the chance of an accident happening. When a car crosses the center… Continue reading Unborn baby dies in one of state’s motor vehicle accidents

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Negligence per se may apply in certain car and truck accidents

The highways are plagued with a daily dosage of tragedy from accidents involving motor vehicles. Truck accidents in particular take on a complex variety of factual scenarios. For example, a 40-year-old highway construction worker was killed on March 18 on Ga. 120 when he jumped from the trailer of a construction truck and was killed… Continue reading Negligence per se may apply in certain car and truck accidents

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Watch out for motorcyclists this spring

The cold weather may be lingering around Dalton for a few more days at least, but spring is on its way to Northern Georgia. That means that there will soon be lots of bikers riding motorcycles on the highways and byways of our lovely state. It’s every motorist’s responsibility to watch out for the riders… Continue reading Watch out for motorcyclists this spring

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Business litigation may deal with entertainment contracts

Georgia is the home of many new and emerging musical and entertainment artists. Every one of those individuals and groups will have the need to enter into various contracts for the production and distribution of their music or other entertainment activities. Business litigation often arises between the entertainer and the producer or a production company.… Continue reading Business litigation may deal with entertainment contracts

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Fatal car accidents may impose death damages on negligent driver

The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a fatal accident that occurred in Murray County on Friday, March 1 at about 7:15 a.m. The three-car crash occurred on the Chatsworth Highway near the Grand Prix Boulevard intersection. A 16-year-old male operator who failed to slow down hit a car from behind, according to authorities. Rear-end car… Continue reading Fatal car accidents may impose death damages on negligent driver

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Self-incrimination protection is a criminal defense in DUI case

The Georgia Supreme Court is the highest appellate court in the state. It often must give direction to the lower courts and to law enforcement authorities regarding the constitutionality of various criminal law statutes. The court recently issued a decision defining what are the parameters of a criminal defense in cases where there is a… Continue reading Self-incrimination protection is a criminal defense in DUI case

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Damages owed to innocent passengers in motor vehicle accidents

Georgia law is consistent with other states in the treatment of the duty owed to passengers in vehicular accidents. Passenger who are injured in motor vehicle accidents are entitled to collect damages from any drivers who are determined to have been negligent and a substantial cause of the accident. Sometimes, the victim may therefore be… Continue reading Damages owed to innocent passengers in motor vehicle accidents

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If your spouse wants the home in divorce, it’s time to refinance

Your spouse asks for just one thing in the divorce: the family home. They say they won’t sell. They won’t negotiate. They simply do not want to lose the house. You don’t have children or pets. The home is the one asset they really care about that the two of you have bought together. Now… Continue reading If your spouse wants the home in divorce, it’s time to refinance

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