Not every personal injury case that is filed after a car accident will go to trial. For some, a settlement may be a good way to resolve outstanding legal issues and to secure compensation for losses. Settlements provide victims with financial compensation without the...
Zero tolerance law applies to Georgia teens
Across the nation, the legal drinking age is 21. However, most individuals know that not all young people wait until their 21st birthdays to take their first sips of alcohol. For this reason, states, including Georgia, have adopted zero tolerance laws. These laws are...
Driving without car insurance in Georgia
It is illegal in all 50 states to drive without auto insurance. In Georgia, taking your chances will cost you. If you've been driving without liability insurance or have been involved in a car accident, you may face substantial consequences....
How can dog attacks on children be prevented?
An attacking dog can cause serious harm and even death to a victim of any size or age. However, when dogs attack children, the harm they inflict may be compounded by the size of the child compared to their canine aggressors. Every year too many children in Georgia and...
Managing debts after a Chapter 7 bankruptcy discharge
Readers may be surprised to learn that a person can emerge from the Chapter 7 bankruptcy process with many debts still intact. This is because not all debts can be discharged. When pursuing bankruptcy, a person should have a plan for how they will manage their...