Author Archives: Site Administrator
Why Halloween Is a Terrible Time to Be Driving
You may think that the most frightening experiences you’ll have on Halloween will be the costumes and pranks. The truth is that it’s drunk drivers you have to be most concerned with. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Halloween is one of the deadliest nights to be on the road. The administration… Read More »
What Elements Are Needed to Prove Battery?
FAST FACTS There were 1.28 million violent crimes across the country in 2017. The rate of violent crimes has steadily decreased since the 1990s. When you’re charged with any type of crime in Atlanta, you have reason to be frightened, overwhelmed and anxious. If you are convicted of the crime you’re charged with, there… Read More »
What You Need to Know About License Points in Georgia
Points on a driver’s license aren’t something unique to Georgia. Most, if not every, state in the country has adopted a system of points. As they add up, points on a license can result in a suspension or revocation. If you live in Georgia, knowing how your points can add up and exactly what… Read More »
What Elements Are Needed to Prove Assault?
You may feel overwhelmed and even frightened if you have been charged with assault in Georgia. As Atlanta assault defense attorneys, we represent clients who have been accused of this serious crime. We know that you may feel as if you have nowhere to turn and no one in your corner. That couldn’t be… Read More »
Why Aren’t On-Field Sports Brawls Considered Assault or Battery?
On-field brawls aren’t uncommon in professional or amateur sports. Football players take a few swings, baseball players charge the mound, and even hockey players throw down the gloves. Players are ejected and some suspended. While it’s certainly an expensive punishment for the players involved, it’s not exactly the same treatment anyone on a public… Read More »
The Most Common Soft Tissue Injuries
FAST FACTS There are more than 12 million vehicle accidents every year. 75% of those injured in collisions still experience symptoms of their injuries six months after the crash. Approximately 20% of victims may have symptoms that worsen. Soft tissue injuries may be the most common types of injuries sustained in car accidents. They… Read More »
Are 3D Printed Guns Legal or Not?
You can find anything on the Internet. Whether you are looking for a recipe or instructions for fixing your plumbing, you fire up your computer and begin searching. We do it every day. While these things are innocuous, what about those things available on the Internet that potentially put people at risk? Some time… Read More »
School Zone Safety Tips for Pedestrians and Drivers
FAST FACTS There were an estimated 92 pedestrians killed in the first half of 2017. 0.8 pedestrians per 100,000 people were killed. Georgia is ranked 16th in the nation when it comes to pedestrian deaths. If you’ve driven down a neighborhood street in recent weeks, you may have noticed something that you had forgotten… Read More »
Civil vs. Criminal Assault and Battery Cases
Many people are familiar with the term “assault and battery,” and mistakenly interchange the two terms. The crimes are not one in the same as far as Georgia law is concerned. Assault and battery are separate crimes, and are further broken down into “simple” and “aggravated” offenses. The following is a brief description of… Read More »
Everything You Need to Know About Ignition Interlock Devices
If you are convicted of driving under the influence in Georgia, your Atlanta DUI lawyer may inform you that the judge has required you to install an interlock ignition device on your vehicle. You may have questions, and rightly so. There are misconceptions surrounding ignition interlock devices and their use. Here’s what you need… Read More »