Opioids cause psychomotor and cognitive impairment, which means users can become drowsy and unable to make clear judgments. This is why opioid use or abuse does not go together with driving. Drivers in Georgia should know that in 2016, 7.1% of all car crash initiators...
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Channing Tatum files paperwork in child custody case
Georgia residents who are fans of Channing Tatum may know that he asked for a judge's help in resolving a child custody dispute. Tatum reportedly asked a judge to create a custody schedule after the child's mother failed to fully agree to one that he had proposed. The...
How do I handle the holidays after my divorce?
This time of year is filled with fun and excitement for many families. Though it can be stressful for many people, for divorced parents, it can mean a great deal of heartache. Some struggle to deal with their new normal as they try to work out how to handle...
Dealing with challenging co-parenting relationships
Many divorced parents in Georgia know that the gold standard in co-parenting is to work with a former partner in the best interests of the kids. However, even loving parents who know that children benefit from good relationships with both parents can find co-parenting...
Tips for driving in winter
Winter driving in Georgia can be more dangerous than driving in the other seasons when there is no risk of snow and ice. However, drivers can take precautions that keep the roads safer.First, in inclement weather, only necessary trips should be made. Drivers should...
Handling visitation, custody and support with infants
It's important for Georgia parents to understand how to handle family law issues related to child custody and child support. When a child is an infant, there are specific concerns to address. To ensure the child's needs are met and the parents feel comfortable with...
Deaths on U.S. highways decrease
Many Georgia residents will be happy to hear that car wrecks causing fatalities have decreased over the last two years and continued to stay low during 2019. According to the National Highway Traffic Administration, there was a 2.4% decrease in car accident fatalities...
When visitation time is a danger for kids
Divorced and separated parents may experience frequent conflicts about child custody and visitation time. In most cases, it is best for the children when parents can work together successfully to develop a parenting plan even when their romantic relationship no longer...
Joint custody arrangements not always exempt from child support
Like most Georgia parents, you want what is best for your children. As a result, you may have gone back and forth between whether ending your marriage was the right decision and whether it would have negative impacts on the kids. While the transition to post-divorce...
Reducing car crash risks in 5 steps
In 2018, there were some 40,000 car crash fatalities across the U.S. Add to that the 4.5 million who were injured in car crashes, and one has a good reason to practice safer driving. There are some safety tips that Georgia motorists can benefit from.It all begins with...

