When people file for divorce, they may want to complete the process as quickly as possible. The transition period in the midst of filing can be a time of anxiety and uncertainty. Taxes, household bills, social invitations and parenting issues can all trigger...
A DUI charge can be intimidating. You’re worried about your driver’s license, your job, your reputation and your future. The decisions you make immediately after your arrest can affect the outcome of your case. Therefore, here are some common mistakes you need to...
There are few conversations more difficult for parents than telling their children they are divorcing. There is no perfect way to share this news, and how you handle the discussion can impact your children’s emotional well-being. By approaching this conversation with...
A drunk driving charge has a lot of uncertainties about your license, record, job and future. While the situation is serious, a charge is not the same as a conviction. The strength of the case depends on evidence, procedure and how early you involve legal support. You...
The end of a marriage can bring uncertainty, grief, anger, relief and fear, all at the same time. It can affect how you see yourself, change the rhythm of your daily life and force you to rethink plans you once believed were certain. Because the emotional impact of...
There are hundreds of ways to break the law in Georgia. There are archaic laws on the books that law enforcement departments rarely enforce. Some crimes are so common that people get arrested for them every day. Police departments prioritize enforcement based in part...
Some crimes are easy to categorize. People generally recognize that murder is a very serious crime that leads to felony charges. People also understand that there are many lesser crimes that may only lead to misdemeanor criminal allegations. There are also some types...
Taking the stand in your own case is one of the most consequential decisions you may have to make when facing criminal charges. It’s something that can shape the direction of your entire case, which is why it demands careful thought. First, it’s important to...
When a marriage begins to break down, financial behavior often changes before divorce papers are filed. One spouse may start pulling money from joint accounts, shifting funds into new accounts or increasing discretionary spending. To the other spouse, it can feel like...
If you are a parent of young children and are unhappy in your marriage, it might make sense to initiate the divorce proceedings in late spring or very early summer. Doing so then, at a natural break in the year, could potentially help kids have time to adapt to what...