Accidents in which the driver drank alcohol or used drugs spike during the holiday season, especially on New Year's Eve. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, about 300 people die in a DUI accident every year between Christmas and New Year's Day. Before...
What happens to my will if the lawyer dies or moves without me knowing?
Your wills are only valid if your children find the original draft that you signed off. You may find numerous attorneys in Georgia that offer to keep the original will for free so that they may probate your estate. When you die, your children will call the name of the...
How can you test for a spinal injury after an accident?
A catastrophic injury after a car accident comes with a lasting impact. After a Georgia car accident, spinal injuries can be a common serious injury. According to the Mayo Clinic, there is no way to reverse spinal cord damage once it occurs. While there are always new...
Understanding Georgia’s open container law
Because alcohol and automobiles can be a deadly combination, Georgia's laws on open alcoholic beverage containers in a motor vehicle are very strict. The vehicle does not need to be in motion for the law to apply. Even if the vehicle is not on the road but pulled off...
Tips for safe winter driving in northern Georgia
While Georgia winters are generally mild compared to other parts of the country, the colder, wetter climate of the northern mountains can bring unpredictable road conditions that may put drivers at risk—particularly those with less experience traveling in inclement...