Every parent who finds themselves in an unhappy marriage worries about what effect a divorce will have on their children. After all, children of divorce were once commonly thought to suffer a great deal, emotionally, from the upheaval in their lives caused by their...
How saving a life could save you or a loved one from jail
If you have a child going to college here in Georgia, it’s important for them to know about the state’s “911 Medical Amnesty” law. It’s a version of the “Good Samaritan” drug immunity laws in states across the country. The law provides immunity from arrest, charge and...
Why do college students drink alcohol while underage?
It’s illegal for most college students to drink alcohol. There are some who are 21 years old and older, but they are often seniors or even graduate students. Most freshmen are 18 and won’t be able to legally drink for the next three years. That said, it’s clear that...
Georgia is a hot spot for identity theft
By all accounts, identity theft is becoming increasingly common around the nation, but it appears to be a bigger threat for some Americans more than others. The financial website Wallethub recently ranked the 50 states (plus the District of Columbia) where residents...
2 ways couples can minimize stress during divorce
Divorce is undeniably one of the most challenging life events that someone can face. It signifies the end of a significant relationship, and this can trigger feelings of loss and grief similar to those experienced when a loved one passes away. The dreams and...
Benefits of virtual visitation for kids and co-parents
Virtual visitation involves utilizing technology such as video calls, messaging apps and social media to keep co-parents connected with their kids when they are residing with the other side of their immediate family. This modern approach to visitation offers numerous...
Is that a misdemeanor or a felony? 3 surprising Georgia felonies
We all watch TV dramas where petty theft earns a slap on the wrist, and DUIs are nothing more than minor hiccups. In real life, the line between a misdemeanor and a life-altering felony can be surprisingly blurry, especially in Georgia. Not knowing the full...
Does Georgia use sobriety checkpoints?
With most drunk driving arrests, the police officer sees something that leads them to suspect that the driver is impaired. Maybe that person is swerving back and forth, braking too frequently or driving without their headlights on at night. But with a sobriety...
What happens at a custody hearing?
Custody is a complicated matter. There are several steps in the Georgia custody process, which begins with one parent filing for custody. Once a custody petition is filed, the other parent is served the petition. The next step is filing a parenting plan. If you agree...
3 reasons that an uncontested divorce is often preferable
Many people think of contentious litigation when they think of divorce. They may imagine spouses accusing each other of crimes or fighting over every piece of furniture in their homes in family court. However, not every married couple has to fight intensely over the...