On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 29, 2019 | motor vehicle accidents
Driving is a privilege your children can receive at a young age. When you really think about it, by age 16, children do not have much life experience or a high level of maturity. However, they can get a license to drive a vehicle in Georgia. This is a serious...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 29, 2019 | Firm News
For spouses, and their children, divorce is an adverse situation. For the partners directly involved, this likely wasn’t the result you had planned on. Still, after numerous trials and attempts at saving the marriage sputtering out, divorce is now the reality. Divorce...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 28, 2019 | Family Law
When a couple with children divorces in Georgia, each person likely has their own idea of how the custody arrangements should work. When couples are in agreement about this, it may make things a lot easier. However, a child custody order that was appropriate to both...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 22, 2019 | criminal defense
Driving under the influence or while intoxicated is a serious offense in Georgia, and a conviction might result in a sentence that includes jail time. Under certain circumstances, however, you may receive an alternative sentence such as mandatory attendance at a...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 18, 2019 | motor vehicle accidents
Distracted driving is a problem in Georgia. According to the United States Department of Transportation, in 2017, distracted driving was the cause of 3,166 fatalities in the United States. Distracted driving can include any activity that takes a driver’s eyes and...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 15, 2019 | Family Law
Unlike many decisions in Georgia courtrooms, matters involving the custody of children are not meant to be set in stone. The court recognizes that situations change, children grow up and needs are different at different points in life. What this means for you is that...
On behalf of The Law Office of James E. Goad, PC | Oct 2, 2019 | traffic tickets
You have your CDL and life is going great. Next thing you know, you a Georgia cop is flashing his or her lights behind you. Your day ends with a speeding ticket in hand. For most drivers, a traffic ticket is not always a big deal. It might mean points against your...
