Cartersville Legal Blog
Merely having health insurance does not prevent medical debt
You may be one of the many Americans who are able to access health insurance coverage previously out of your reach because of the Affordable Care Act. The expansion of coverage under ACA can help to provide some protection in the event of an unforeseen injury or...
What are the strictest states for reckless driving?
Every state has driving laws in place. However, the penalties and potential charges related to each differ in severity across the nation. While it is always best to avoid reckless driving, such as speeding or driving impaired, mistakes do happen. Knowing how strict...
How can you reduce stress for your child during divorce?
Georgia parents like you care about how your divorce impacts your child. You want what is best for them, and this includes reducing the impact of trauma divorce can bring about. But how can you do that? There are many ways to reduce a child's stress and ease their...
4 types of photographs to take after an auto accident
With over 7.5 million drivers sharing Georgia roads, even careful motorists may find themselves in a potentially deadly motor vehicle accident. The Georgia Department of Public Health reports that auto collisions are the leading cause of injury-related fatalities in...
What is the Fatherhood program?
Child support is a legal obligation you have to your child. If you fall behind in payments, you may face penalties and potential punishment. It is in your best interests and those of your child that you find a way to stay current on payments. The Georgia Department...
What does chapter 13 bankruptcy do for you?
As a consumer, you usually have only two bankruptcy choices: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. The latter is a reorganization strategy that involves a repayment plan over a period of three to five years. People who make too much money to qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy but...
DUI basics in Georgia
You may be familiar with the term driving under the influence, but you may not know that there are differing degrees of DUIs. In Georgia, there are two different ways to violate DUI laws. We understand how the law applies to DUIs and have helped many of our clients...
Georgia drug laws and consequences
In Georgia, the consequences of a drug conviction vary depending on factors such as the substance, the amount and the use. Previous convictions and eligibility for alternative punishments may also affect the outcome. While any drug charge is serious, incarceration is...
Should my ex and I consider parallel parenting?
Wrapping your head around how much communication is necessary for co-parenting can be hard to predict until you settle into your divorce and begin following a custody schedule. But if you find that you’d do a lot better with less interaction with your ex, then you...
How motorists and motorcyclists can avoid accident
Driving any kind of motor vehicle requires care and acknowledging others on the road. Meaning motorcyclists and motorists alike should make an effort to watch out for one another to prevent a painful or fatal accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety...
