For students in Georgia experiencing life on their own for the first time, balancing the stress with the good times is part of the thrill of college living. Many undergraduate students will not say no to weekend parties where there is plenty of alcohol flowing....
Child support and enforcement actions
Children have a right to receive financial support from their parents for necessities like housing, food, clothing and medical care. There is guidance available about the child support process and penalties for failure to pay the required support. Child support...
Think about these six penalties before taking a plea deal
If you’ve been accused of criminal wrongdoing, then you’re probably worried about what the future has in store for you. After all, the penalties that you could be facing may be quite extensive and severe. This concern may drive you to seek out a plea deal so that you...
Understanding grandparent visitation
Grandparents often play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren. In some situations, grandparents may want to seek a formal visitation arrangement through the court. This may apply in situations where the child’s parent is unable to care for the child or...
Key points about a child’s legitimation in Georgia family law
In Georgia, family law issues can range from disagreements about property division, alimony, child custody, parenting time and child support. Anything child-related can and often does lead to discord between the parents. An added complication is if there is a...
Understanding identity fraud in Georgia
Being accused of committing a crime can be a terrifying experience. It’s perfectly natural to be worried about what will happen and how it will affect your future. You’ll also likely have plenty of questions. If you’ve been accused of identity fraud, it’s important...
The effect of domestic violence in a Georgia divorce
Domestic violence is a very serious crime in Georgia. If a judge hearing a divorce case has reason to believe that one spouse has committed an act of domestic violence against the other spouse, the consequences for the abuser can be catastrophic, both as a defendant...
How can I protect my business in a divorce?
Many people start their own businesses to support themselves and their families. However, if they decide to get a divorce in an equitable distribution state like Georgia, that business is may be classified as a marital asset and therefore may be divided ‘fairly and...
Law which limits protests in Georgia is under scrutiny
A nationally-known civil rights group and other free speech watchdog groups are challenging a Georgia law that has been used to limit protesting, specifically at the capitol building in Atlanta. The law has been used to arrest even state lawmakers who were...
What factors does the court consider in Georgia child custody cases?
When Athens area parents have decided they can no longer be together it can be a traumatic time for both the parents and their children. When parents split up, kids can take it hard, and it can be emotionally traumatizing. Child custody is often one of the more...