Georgia motorists will receive a license suspension after a conviction for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Law enforcement officers can arrest drivers for DUI if they have a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher at the scene of the arrest or...
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3 common defenses to a DUI charge
Driving intoxicated is a crime that comes with severe penalties. For example, upon conviction, you may have to pay a large fine, spend time in jail, lose your driving privileges for a specific period of time and perform community service. In Georgia, and in all other...
Negligent entrustment explained
Filing a liability claim typically is not the first thing on the minds of people in Georgia after experiencing a car accident. Indeed, many might prefer to avoid legal action altogether, wanting to instead show understanding towards the parties that caused their car...
Is this a sign of parental alienation?
When going through divorce, it is crucial to pay attention to how your child acts and behaves. Unfortunately, some parents take a divorce as their chance to alienate your child from you. You need to keep an eye out for potential warning signs of alienation. If left...
Does having more than 1 Georgia DUI mean mandatory jail time?
When you face a new charge for driving under the influence in Georgia and you have already received a conviction for the offense in the past, you may have questions about the penalties you may face. While you may, depending on circumstances, be able to avoid serving...
How should I cope with a hit-and-run?
One of the most frustrating types of car accident is the hit-and-run. Even if a hit-and-run is otherwise just a fender-bender, watching the other driver leave scene of the accident is nothing short of infuriating. However, dealing with the aftermath of a hit-and-run...
Are there different types of spinal cord injuries?
Car accidents are associated with a wide range of injuries, which can cause both major and minor effects. Spinal cord injuries definitely fall into the former category, as they can have a long-term, or even permanent, impact on your life. Additionally, there are many...
How can I save money on divorce?
A huge mistake that people make in divorce is underestimating how expensive the process itself can be. Many people get tunnel vision regarding child support or alimony, but divorce itself can cost more than a house, potentially. Fortunately, there are multiple...
The homestead exemption in bankruptcy cases
People who are contemplating filing for bankruptcy may have questions regarding being able to keep their homes. Fortunately, the homestead exemption exists to allow those going through bankruptcy to retain their primary residence in most cases. What is the homestead...
Graduated licensing programs reduce teen-related accidents
Teenage drivers cause a high percentage of accidents, and many of them result in injuries and even death. Inexperience is one of the main causes of crashes, and there are some strategies that experts recommend to improve their skills. One strategy that almost all...