In the aftermath of a criminal charge, one of the first steps you face in the system is the bond decision. The bond hearing is where you learn if you will wait for trial in jail or released from custody at home. What are bond hearings? During a bond hearing, the judge...
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How long do you have to file a personal injury claim in Georgia?
In every type of personal injury case, plaintiffs have a limited time in which they can file a claim. Statutory law precludes the initiation of a case after the expiration of a set time. The statute of limitations varies between states, and it is different for various...
What to know about teen drivers and traffic accidents
Whether you are a parent concerned about the safety of your child, a young driver or you recently became involved in a crash caused by a teen driver, it is crucial to take a look at traffic safety issues involving teens. There are many reasons why teens continue to...
Protect your CDL from traffic violations
As a truck driver, it can be tempting to speed a little to get ahead of your delivery schedule or even just make your delivery on time. This and other temptations for truck drivers to drive recklessly can be enough for you to lost your CDL entirely. Recently, Georgia...
Are you more likely to get a DUI this summer?
As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, summer becomes a great time to get together with your friends. When you and your friends plan to have drinks together, it can take careful planning to make sure everyone gets home safely. Police in nearby Atlanta...
Does your drive include the most dangerous road in Georgia?
Driving has become part of everyday life for many people. For most, getting from here to there is simply more practical with a vehicle. You may consider yourself a careful and defensive driver. Still, accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. When someone else is...
Do you need to go to the emergency room after a crash?
The sounds of crunching metal and plastic can be terrifying. In the hours after the crash, you may still be thinking about how everything looked as your car crashed into another vehicle. At the scene of a crash, there is often a lot of stress and adrenaline. During...
What can go wrong during a DUI traffic stop
Imagine it's late at night and a state trooper has just pulled you over on the highway The flashing lights on their vehicle fill the inside of your car as the trooper walks up to your driver's side window. What happens in the next few minutes could mean the difference...
Where your marijuana possession citation takes place matters
In recent years, laws concerning marijuana use and possession have changed dramatically. While marijuana remains illegal on the federal level, many states are shifting their perspectives on the substance. Federally, marijuana is still considered a Schedule I...
3 things to consider when the police are called to an accident scene
After a car accident, 911 is routinely called if the crash involved property damage and/or injuries. Understandably, after being involved in a crash, you might feel confused or even disoriented in the moments that follow. You especially might not think twice about the...