While statutory rape has been a crime for a long time, many people still misunderstand the offense and the potential consequences. It can lead to felony charges and incarceration upon conviction. Understanding the legal landscape and building a defense is critical for...
Technological advancements have brought many changes in terms of driver safety. One key safety feature that has become more common is dash cams. Dash cams are camera systems that can be fitted to a vehicle to record journeys. Usually, they are affordable and easy to...
Semi-trucks are many times larger and heavier than passenger vehicles, making them a top safety concern on roads. All it takes is a driver falling asleep for a moment or having a temporary lapse in judgment to cause life-altering consequences for people in passenger...
An auto accident can leave victims suffering serious injuries and losses. With a successful auto accident claim, victims can pursue damages for their losses. However, it is important to take the right steps immediately after an auto accident. You do not want to wait...
A hip fracture can be much more severe in an older adult than in someone young. Approximately 20% of elderly individuals succumb to complications within a year following a hip fracture and pass away, making proper medical attention nothing less than essential. Not...
Dogs are awesome companions and have been worthwhile assistants to humans for centuries. However, these furry friends also have an aggressive side and can bite. If a dog has bitten you or a loved one, you may consider pursuing avenues for compensation. Understanding...
Car crashes are traumatic, particularly at high speeds. Often, injuries are immediately evident. For example, a victim may have hit their head, leading it to bleed profusely. Nonetheless, that isn’t always the case. Serious injuries can be delayed or hidden. One such...
Charges of assault can have a huge impact on your life if convicted. However, an aggravated assault conviction will turn your life around. Aggravated assault is an enhanced form of assault in Georgia, involving factors that escalate its severity beyond typical assault...
As cyclists hit the road this summer – alone, in pairs or in bike clubs – responsible drivers take care to give them plenty of room. They know that bike vs. car collisions can end catastrophically for a cyclist. Unfortunately, not all bicyclists use the same caution....
“Public indecency” – also known as indecent exposure – is a serious crime in Georgia, but many people don’t realize how serious it is until they’re actually faced with accusations and a potential sex crimes sentence. Under Georgia law, public indecency is generally...