Tifton, Georgia, Legal Blog

In Georgia, as in most other states, motorists must carry auto insurance with the minimum coverage the state requires.  However, not every driver follows the law. What should you do if you are the victim of a vehicle crash caused by an uninsured driver?  Refuse cash...

Drunk driving charges have serious consequences and if you are facing these allegations, it is important to understand that you are not alone. Many people are taken into custody for driving under the influence every year and every case is unique. In some instances, a...

When a person in Georgia is convicted of a driving under the influence charge, he or she may lose the right to drive. A license suspension or revocation may last for a range of time depending on the circumstances of the case.  Some people may qualify to have their...

An insanity defense hinges on proving that you did not have the ability to understand what you were doing it the consequences of your actions when committing a crime. Insanity is a type of guilty plea by which you say you did the crime but there were extenuating...

A workplace injury may require prolonged and expensive medical treatment. Covering the cost of treatment and taking time off to heal, however, may not always cause an employee to suffer financially. A work-related injury may enable an employee to receive compensation...

If a police officer arrests you or a loved one, it is important that you understand your rights throughout the entire process. More importantly, it is important that you understand for how long the station may detain you without pressing official charges.  According...

Georgia college students like you have a long journey ahead of you. Your college career can change in many ways depending on the choices you make. If those choices are negative ones, then the consequences have the potential to last a long time, too. This is especially...

The justice system in Georgia is due for a major overhaul. Over the past few years, lawmakers have chipped away at some of its major flaws. One that may find itself in the limelight again soon is the way parole violations work.  Business Insider named Georgia as one...

Having a criminal record can make it difficult to find employment because many employers request details about past convictions. Some employers refuse to hire anyone who has a criminal past.  There are employers who will hire you, but it can take time to find them....

If you live and drive in Georgia, you know that the state's motor vehicle laws aim to keep motorists and pedestrians safe on area roads and highways. New vehicle technology advances also focus on improving safety either via preventing accidents or reducing the impact...