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Not Every Bump and Bruise Counts: What Actually Qualifies as a Personal Injury Case?

by | May 12, 2025 | Personal Injury | 0 Comments

What Is a Personal Injury Case, Really? When you hear the term personal injury, it might sound like any kind of accident or harm — but in legal terms, it’s more specific than that. A personal injury case arises when someone is hurt due to another party’s negligence or...

How Is Child Support Calculated in Georgia?

by | May 10, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

Child support is one of the most important (and sometimes stressful) parts of divorce or custody conversations—because it impacts your child’s daily life. But most parents don’t know how it’s actually calculated.It’s not just a guess. It’s not based on one person’s...

Will I Have to Go to Court for an Uncontested Divorce? 

by | May 8, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

Nobody wants to go to court unless they absolutely have to. The formality. The time. The stress. The judge. It’s a lot.  So if you’re getting divorced—and you and your spouse are in agreement—you might be asking:  "Do I still have to go to court even if we’re not...

How Fast Can We Finalize the Divorce in Georgia? 

by | May 6, 2025 | Divorce | 0 Comments

If you and your spouse are on the same page, ready to move on peacefully, you might be wondering:  "How fast can we get this over with?"  Good news—in Georgia, an uncontested divorce can be finalized in as little as 30 days after filing. But that doesn’t...

Do I Still Need a Lawyer if We Agree on Everything? 

by | May 4, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

Let’s say you and your spouse have decided to split up, but there’s no fighting. You agree on who gets what, you’re on the same page about the kids, and things are civil. It might feel like the hard part is over—and in many ways, it is.  So the next question is...

5 Signs You May Be Entitled to Alimony in Georgia 

by | May 2, 2025 | Alimony & Child Support | 0 Comments

Let’s be honest, divorce isn’t just emotional, it’s financial. And if your marriage is ending, you might be wondering:   Am I entitled to alimony?  In Georgia, alimony (also known as spousal support) isn’t guaranteed. It’s based on need and ability to pay—and it’s...

What’s the Difference Between Paternity and Legitimation in Georgia?

by | April 30, 2025 | Paternity | 0 Comments

If you're a father in Georgia, you might assume that if you're biologically linked to your child—or even listed on the birth certificate—you automatically have legal rights. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. When it comes to custody, visitation, and making...

The DIY Divorce Trap: Why Generic Forms Can Cost You Big in Georgia 

by | April 28, 2025 | Divorce | 0 Comments

It’s natural to want to get through a divorce quickly and without spending a fortune. With so many online tools offering “instant divorce kits,” it’s easy to believe you can handle it yourself.  But here’s what most people don’t realize: in Georgia, a generic...

Top 10 Reasons Uncontested Divorce Is the Smart Choice in Georgia

by | April 26, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

Let’s face it: no one gets married expecting to end up in divorce court. But if you've reached the point where both of you agree it’s time to part ways, you don’t have to go to war to make it official.  That’s where uncontested divorce comes in—and for many...

Why Even a “Simple” Divorce Deserves a Professional Touch 

by | April 24, 2025 | Uncontested Divorce | 0 Comments

Divorce is rarely easy, but sometimes, both parties agree on how to separate—no courtroom battles, no fighting over who gets the dog. That’s what we call an uncontested divorce. Sounds simple, right?  But in Georgia, simple doesn’t mean straightforward. One wrong...

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How Is Child Support Calculated in Georgia?

May 10, 2025 |

Child support is one of the most important (and sometimes stressful) parts of divorce or custody conversations—because it impacts your child’s daily life. But most parents don’t know how it’s actually calculated.It’s not just a guess. It’s not based on one person’s...

How Fast Can We Finalize the Divorce in Georgia? 

May 6, 2025 |

If you and your spouse are on the same page, ready to move on peacefully, you might be wondering:  "How fast can we get this over with?"  Good news—in Georgia, an uncontested divorce can be finalized in as little as 30 days after filing. But that doesn’t...

Do I Still Need a Lawyer if We Agree on Everything? 

May 4, 2025 |

Let’s say you and your spouse have decided to split up, but there’s no fighting. You agree on who gets what, you’re on the same page about the kids, and things are civil. It might feel like the hard part is over—and in many ways, it is.  So the next question is...

5 Signs You May Be Entitled to Alimony in Georgia 

May 2, 2025 |

Let’s be honest, divorce isn’t just emotional, it’s financial. And if your marriage is ending, you might be wondering:   Am I entitled to alimony?  In Georgia, alimony (also known as spousal support) isn’t guaranteed. It’s based on need and ability to pay—and it’s...

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