Cedartown Law Blog
What is behind the lower divorce rate?
A recent study showed that divorce rates in the U.S. are down, though Georgia was one of six states that did not provide enough marriage and divorce information to be included in the report. Still, the information is mostly good news overall. A closer look at the data...
Who has to report product defects to the CPSC?
When a business or individual releases a product for consumers in Georgia, it must be reasonably safe. Dangerous products can cause serious injuries to consumers. If a company willingly provides defective products, aware that they are dangerous, then that company is...
What are the requirements for divorce?
In Georgia, you do not have to prove your partner's contribution to the failure of your marriage. Attorneys refer to such a divorce as no-fault based. However, this does not bar you from raising serious allegations that led to your decision. You can cite reasons such...
Know the penalties for Georgia DUI
Georgia state law defines driving under the influence as operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content higher than 0.08%. Drivers with lower BAC can receive a DUI charge if they are obviously impaired. These are the potential penalties a driver faces after a...
What you need to know about impaired driving in Georgia
A drinking and driving charge, known as a DUI in Georgia, could lead to quite a few serious penalties that have the potential to change your life. At Gammon, McFall & Villarreal, we often help people who have been arrested for impaired driving to fight the charges...
How can I help my kids through a divorce?
Thousands of couples will go through a divorce this year, including several here in Georgia. While divorce is never easy for the people involved, it can be especially difficult on children. If you are looking to go through a divorce and you have kids, there are many...
How does spousal support work in Georgia?
Even when a couple is divorcing in Georgia, the higher-earning spouse is responsible for supporting the other spouse during the separation and negotiation period. If the pair cannot agree on a fair amount of spousal support among themselves, the court may order...
What constitutes a wrongful death lawsuit?
When an act of negligence or misconduct leads to the death of another, the surviving person may file a lawsuit. This suit, in question, is wrongful death. In Georgia, wrongful death may include medical malpractice, a car accident or even an intentional death. The...
Children’s toys do not have to be a liability
Birthdays and holidays are a great excuse to dote on your kids. Most parents spend a lot of money on toys and gifts for their Georgia children. What happens when those toys turn out faulty and lead to serious injuries? Dangerous or defective toys can lead to personal...
What should I know about making an accident claim?
Nobody wants to get into a car accident in Georgia. It can be a real hassle to deal with the aftermath, especially when it comes to filing your accident claim with an insurance company. Whether you have to deal with your own insurance or the other party's insurance...
