Choosing an executor to carry out your wishes and manage your estate after you pass away is just as important as creating an estate plan. According to Ga. Code Ann. Sec. 53, in Georgia, you can choose anyone as an executor as long as they are at least 18 years of age...
Every adult should consider whether they need a power of attorney in place. A POA allows you to choose who will make decisions on your behalf if for any reason you are unable to. Planning for incapacitation is hard to do while you are well, but like a will, a POA can...
In the state of Georgia, acts of physical violence against another person can result in criminal charges. However, it is important to remember that you have the legal right to defend yourself and others from harm in certain situations. Assault and battery charges in...
The Breathalyzer is a chemical breath test device that police commonly use in traffic stops to test a driver's blood alcohol concentration, or BAC. A driver who shows a BAC of 0.08% is presumed to be intoxicated, and so Breathalyzer test results are among the most...
Some traffic offenses may not seem worth the trouble to contest, so you probably decide to plead guilty and pay the required fines. However, even minor traffic violations can cause you trouble if they add up. In the event a court convicts you of a traffic offense, you...
Lost wages and lost earning capacity are two common calculations that influence personal injury damages and awards. When an individual does not work outside the home, this does not absolve an offending party from providing compensation when an injury or death took...
Riding a motorcycle is a fun pastime and a thrilling way to get from one destination to another, especially during the warmer months of the year. However, motorcycles come with unique risks due to them not having some of the same safety features as other vehicles,...
There’s very little we can do to control the actions of those around us and, sometimes, their actions cause us pain. Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be difficult – you're living with your injuries, after all – but there are actions you need to start...
Every driver knows that an accident can come virtually anytime and anywhere. To prevent one, you drive cautiously and pay attention to what’s going on around you. But you can’t control the actions of other drivers – you can’t prevent them from becoming distracted and...
It’s a good idea to review your estate plan on a regular basis. For instance, you might review your plan regularly, every three to five years. You should also update your estate plan after reach certain milestones or cross certain thresholds in your life. Family...
