How does alimony work in Georgia?
Divorce comes with plenty of financial headaches. Among these is figuring out how you will make ends meet once you’re on your own. Your spouse might have been your household’s primary – or sole – earner. And you may worry you will not survive without their income....
Defend against your underage DUI charge
While your college kid might legally be an adult, the college years are still transitional. Unfortunately, the decisions children make during this time could have lasting consequences for you and your family. Where is particularly true when kids run into trouble with...
Reasons that mediation can fail
Georgia divorces that end in amicable settlements through mediation typically last longer than those achieved in court. We often work with clients to help them reach an agreement and move forward with their lives. Divorce Magazine states that...
How can I avoid a messy high asset divorce?
Divorce is an emotional process, and when you add in a lot of money, things can get contentious rather quickly. To avoid arguments, delays and other problems, it is best to formulate a plan before you ever file your paperwork to start the process. Forbes explains...
Financial mistakes to avoid during divorce
Divorce often takes an emotional toll, but if you are not careful during your split, you may find that it takes a serious financial one, too. You could wind up paying tens of thousands of dollars to separate your life from your ex’s in court. There is some good news,...
Is divorce the right choice?
Deciding to file for divorce is not easy, and you may still feel confused as you begin the process. This is incredibly normal as most people go through bouts of uncertainty during the divorce process. It does not mean that you made the wrong decision, though. ...
Is social media a bad thing in a divorce?
Social media is something that many people interact with on a regular basis. You may log in daily to see what is happening with your friends and family, or you may the type of person who posts about everything happening in your life. If you barely post, then social...
401k division during a divorce
As one prepares for their divorce proceedings in Athens, they should thoroughly research the process in order to understand all of their options. Many are ill-prepared for certain issues, such as the division of their 401k. Most believe a 401k account to be a personal...
Which factors determine child support payments?
Child support issues often create the cornerstone of many divorce cases, no matter the reason for the split. However, despite efforts from family courts, CBS News reported that nearly $10 billion in child support money is currently unpaid to those who have sole or...
Larceny: What it is and how it differs from similar crimes
Legal terminology used to describe crimes can be confusing. Many laypeople mistakenly use the same terms to describe similar crimes. The law, however, draws distinctions among those terms so that they mean something very different from the point of view of the court. ...
