Advocating For Georgia Residents Since 1992
Medical marijuana is available for some people in Georgia as long as they qualify by having a very specific and serious illness. While marijuana is federally illegal, there are some states in which it can be consumed for medical purposes, recreationally, or both....
When law enforcement tricks someone online into accepting sexual offers from a minor, the official creating the situation may be guilty of entrapment. Engaging in online interactions with others in Georgia can be an innocent activity, and there are many websites that...
Several risks make it advisable for people charged with crimes in Georgia to consider hiring an attorney rather than working with a public defender. Each year, thousands of people in Atlanta and other parts of Georgia face serious criminal charges. Every year from...
Georgia lawmakers are considering a bill that could see first-time DUI offenders ordered to install ignition interlocks. Georgia lawmakers may soon add an extra punishment for those convicted of drunk driving. A bill is currently being considered by legislators that,...
On some medications that you buy, the warning label will tell you not to operate heavy machinery after taking them. Many people instinctively think of a construction site. They assume this means they shouldn’t operate a crane, a jackhammer, an excavator or something...
When stepping into a courtroom, every detail matters. Your appearance, including your attire, can speak volumes before you even utter a word. While legal experience is invaluable, the way you present yourself can also significantly influence how others perceive you....
Evidence is a feature in all criminal cases. If the prosecution lacks evidence, then a case may be dismissed before trial. When the prosecution believes that the evidence points to guilt beyond all reasonable doubt, then a trial will take place should the defendant...
If you’re the parent of a college student, you’ve no doubt heard very disturbing stories about the potential consequences of hazing. Often, alcohol and drugs are involved. While it’s most commonly associated with fraternity initiations, it also occurs on sports teams...
College is a time when young adults typically make mistakes as they learn about personal freedom and adulthood. Young adults attending college may drink alcohol and try drugs. They may date multiple people at once or try fitting into different social groups....
A drug conviction can have serious and long-lasting consequences for you and your family. While you might expect to face some consequences if you knew you were breaking the law, you certainly should not have to face the consequences if you did not break the law. Yet...
