The drug crisis continues to be a dominant story in the news in Georgia and around the country. In addition to the adults and teenagers suffering because of addiction, there is also a large number of babies being born addicted to drugs as a result of a birth mother's...
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While the number of marriages dissolutions is declining, the rate is actually increasing for older people in Georgia. With the end of 2018 quickly approaching, aspects of the new tax law will soon go into effect. This can have a significant impact on anyone...
People entering into marriage in Georgia do not necessarily anticipate getting a divorce. The reality is that nearly half of all marriages end in divorce. In many cases, there are young children involved. A central concern in negotiations can be the amount...
Many people facing the end of their marriages have minor children and are concerned for their children's security and support. The divorce rate is actually on the decrease for younger people, but it is seeing an increase in couples 50 and older in Georgia. Rather...
NHTSA numbers show fewer fatalities overall, more truck deaths
People and pedestrians might be safer on Georgia roadways in 2018 than they were in 2015 and 2016, but those in trucks might be in more danger. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released 2017 figures on motor vehicle accident fatalities that showed...
Tax law changes could make divorce more costly
When anyone ends a marriage in Georgia, there are both figurative and literal costs involved. One especially noticeable change with the actual expenses related to untying the knot is with alimony and child support. This is because of a provision in the Tax Cuts and...
Ending a marriage can be an expensive undertaking in Georgia. Certain provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that go into effect on Jan. 1, 2019 may cause it to be even more expensive. The tax implications of the new laws regarding spousal maintenance can have a...
‘Gray divorce’ and retirement
Divorces for spouses who are at least 50 years old can be particularly devastating from a financial standpoint. Unfortunately, statistics show that more and more Georgia couples are dealing with "gray divorce." The Pew Research Center reports that the rate of divorce...
Divorce in Georgia is seldom easy and rarely entered into lightly. This can be particularly true when young children are involved. While parents may no longer wish to remain married, they typically share a mutual concern for the welfare of their children. All of this...
Car crashes result when drivers rely too much on safety tech
Automobile manufacturers have made great strides in safety technology meant to increase safety for drivers and passengers in Georgia. Blind-spot monitoring systems and automatic emergency brakes can reduce accidents and the severity of injuries, but a survey conducted...