After the passing of a loved one, a relative or close friend may find themselves as the executor of the decedent’s estate. This task is not something that anyone hears about in school, so what does it mean to be the executor? There are a lot of things to do in a small...
Harrison & Medlin, P.C.
Teen crash risk goes up with presence of young passengers
Georgia residents with teenage children know that driving is a new experience for them and that, as a result, they can become more easily distracted. While most adults can concentrate on the road while talking with a passenger, this usually is not the case for teen...
The benefits of using mediation during divorce
Divorce can take an emotional and financial toll on any spouse, especially if matters drag out too long in court. However, if you want to avoid the high cost of litigation, some options could help save you time and money. Mediation is more economical than going to...
Using positive reinforcement can benefit co-parenting situations
Life as a single parent isn't easy, but this is the reality for many people here in Georgia. For some people, being able to work closely with their ex as co-parents makes the situation a little better. These individuals usually put the children first and try to do...
Surprising facts about divorce
When people decide to marry, they generally believe that they'll stay that way for the rest of their lives. Sadly, that isn't always the case. Many marriages end in divorce, something that has become commonplace and just a part of life. You may have heard that...
What makes rural roads so much more dangerous than city ones?
You might think that roads that are in places like Evans where the population is fairly low are safer than other heavily trafficked Georgia ones. It turns out that the exact opposite is true though.Research conducted by the National Public Radio (NPR) during the past...
Negotiating child custody requires teamwork with your co-parent
When you're going through a divorce, you have to think about how you will be able to care for the children. There are many factors that will come into the situation, but each one has to be considered according to how it will impact the children. One of the most...
Georgia election marred by accusation of spousal spat
Have you ever noticed that people tell you to remain calm at all the wrong times? Sometimes, a request to smooth a mood is all we need to unleash on someone. However, if you're going through a divorce or even an argument with a spouse, you should actually remain calm...
3 suffer injuries in 2-truck wreck on 2-lane road
Truck accidents can have a significant, and immediate, impact on those involved. If someone is hurt or killed, their family, as well as the others involved in the incident, all have to live with what happened. Fortunately, many truck crashes are preventable. All...
Co-parenting isn’t always easy, but a good attitude can help
Co-parenting is an arrangement that enables both parents to have an equal say in how the children are raised. It requires both adults to work as a team to make this happen, but it isn't always easy. You have to go into this situation with the purpose of remaining...