Cartersville Legal Blog
Divorced parties may claim Social Security on ex-spouse’s record
The Social Security Administration reported that around 21% of married couples depend on Social Security payments for almost all of their retirement income. For unmarried people, that number jumps to nearly 50%. It is important for people to be certain they are...
Social Security benefits considerations in a divorce
If you are a Georgia resident in the process of getting a divorce, you may want to speak with a family law attorney about benefits to which you could be entitled from your ex. Benefits like Social Security payments can be difficult to anticipate, but you may be...
The elements of a criminal defense strategy
Individuals who are charged with a crime, generally, have the right to dispute those charges with the help of legal counsel. An attorney will attempt to devise a strategy based on the facts of the case that portrays a defendant in a positive light. In some cases, a...
Multiple convictions overturned due to faulty drug test
Georgia has some harsh sentencing laws for drug charges, but individuals should still be mindful before entering into a plea agreement with a prosecutor, even if it seems like a better deal than the potential alternative at trial. In Nevada, five individuals who pled...
Three common types of plea bargaining
In most criminal cases in Georgia, there is at least some level of plea bargaining that occurs. This is true whether or not the defendant ultimately accepts the terms of a plea deal. There are potential benefits to both the prosecution and the defense in plea...
Rural roads more perilous for drivers than city streets
Drivers in Georgia who spend more time navigating urban roads may think that they are the most dangerous of all. The reality, though, is that rural roads can be just as, if not more, dangerous. Though there is less traffic, there are certain dangers that drivers need...
Tips for a good co-parenting relationship
Parents in Georgia going through a divorce may be having a hard time keeping it civil with their estranged spouses. While it is normal to feel a range of emotions when going through a separation, it is important to keep those feelings in check when children are...
Older cars are behind most defect-related crashes
Drivers have a duty to maintain their vehicles and have any issues addressed within a reasonable period of time. If they neglect maintenance, they may put themselves and others at risk. Residents of Georgia should also know that owners are more likely to neglect it...
Inattention makes highway work zone crash 29 times likelier
Drivers in Georgia must pay attention to the road at all times, and anything that distracts them from this, be it a phone or a conversation with a passenger, will raise their risk for a crash. In fact, according to a study from the University of Missouri, the risk for...
Factors that influence bail after a DUI arrest
People arrested in Georgia on suspicion of drunk driving enter the criminal justice system. The booking process reflects the first stage of being taken into police custody. Police will enter a suspect's personal information into a criminal database and search criminal...
