Either your server just came to tell you that the restaurant is about to close or your friend just let you know that they want to go to bed. Your socialization is over, which means you need to finish your drink. It is probably safer and smarter to spend a few final...

Year: 2020
How does property division work in Georgia divorce?
One of the first questions people have when considering a divorce is how much of their property they will get to keep. Almost everyone has heard a horror story about a stay-at-home parent left homeless or a working spouse who loses everything from their home to their...
Why are eyewitnesses so often wrong?
If you face criminal charges due to eyewitness evidence, you might think your defense is over before it started. After all, what could be more convincing to a jury than someone standing up in court and saying that they saw you at the scene of the crime? However,...
How often do teens get involved in fights?
Teenagers who get involved in fights can find themselves facing some serious ramifications. They could get arrested and may find themselves charged with assault, for instance. They may claim that it was just self-defense, but that doesn’t mean the charges will...
What are 3 steps you can take to make a divorce easier on yourself?
Divorces can be painful, frustrating and draining. If you’re going through one now, then you know that the emotional toll is just as difficult as the financial. The good news is that there are steps you can take to make your divorce easier on yourself. Taking steps to...
Why are some police officers aggressive?
If you have had many encounters with the police, you may have realized that some officers tend to act aggressively even in situations where it isn’t warranted. For instance, maybe the officer came to your house and asked to come in and talk to you. Knowing your...
The holidays mean an increased number of sobriety checkpoints
Holiday celebrations mean getting together with family, traveling and often parties. Many people consume copious amounts of alcohol as part of their family or professional holiday celebrations. Unfortunately, that increase in partying means that the holidays are often...
Doctor shopping: What does it mean, and why is it illegal in Georgia?
Patients -- especially those with complex conditions and chronic illnesses -- are always told that they should find a doctor that makes them feel comfortable and heard. That isn’t always easy to do, and sometimes a patient has to bounce around a bit from doctor to...
What happens when you see a divorce lawyer without talking to your spouse first?
There may come a point in your marriage when you realize that it’s not working. You’ve tried everything but have yet to get your relationship back on track. This could lead you to consider divorce. Once you come to the conclusion that divorce is the best answer to...
Heroin-related charges are all felonies
People who use drugs can get badly addicted to them, which makes it very difficult for them to quit using. The criminal justice system has imposed strict penalties for individuals who are found in possession of illegal drugs like heroin, which is highly addictive and...