It is possible to modify child support in Georgia. However, the process can be confusing for those who are unfamiliar with Georgia law. And it is often this confusion that prevents parents from attempting to modify child support orders even when modification is necessary. Therefore, if you need to modify a child support order in […]
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About Parenting Plans in Georgia
Regardless of whether it’s contentious or amicable, divorce can be extremely difficult for children. Luckily, in Georgia, the courts want children to maintain healthy, positive relationships with both of their parents. One way the state facilitates this is through parenting plans. If you’re a parent and are contemplating divorce in Georgia, please review the information […]
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About Child Support and the Termination of Parental Rights in Georgia
In Georgia, parents have a legal obligation to financially support their children. However, under certain circumstances, this rule doesn’t apply. If you have questions about your financial obligations as a parent in Georgia, please review the information below, and contact a Lithonia family law attorney today for guidance. The termination of parental rights in Georgia […]
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Common Georgia Divorce Mistakes
Divorce can be a tough process. The parties to a divorce often experience a wide range of emotions, including guilt, anger, sadness, and loneliness. And although these emotions are a normal part of the process, they can lead divorcing spouses to make mistakes, some of which can have long-lasting financial and emotional effects. If you […]
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How to Prepare for Your Georgia Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation is an alternative to traditional courtroom litigation. The primary goal of divorce mediation is the creation of a settlement agreement that both parties find acceptable. One of the benefits of divorce mediation is that it tends to be less adversarial than traditional divorce. If you are interested in pursuing a divorce in Georgia […]
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What Is Marriage Abandonment in Georgia?
Marital abandonment, also called desertion, is a legal ground for divorce in Georgia. The willful and continued desertion by either spouse for a year or more is considered abandonment and constitutes a sufficient reason for the court to grant a total divorce. Marital abandonment usually involves a spouse’s purposeful, unilateral decision to physically desert or […]
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What to Do After a Georgia Slip-And-Fall Accident
Slip-and-fall accidents are common in Georgia, and they occur through no fault of the injured party. These accidents often lead to significant injuries, including broken bones, concussions, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and paralysis. If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident in Georgia due to another’s negligence, you may be entitled to […]
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How Does Adultery Affect Divorce in Georgia?
Adultery can have a major effect on divorce proceedings in Georgia. To put it simply, if adultery can be proved, then the cheating spouse is at a significant disadvantage. However, there are many exceptions to this rule, making the subject of adultery and divorce in Georgia a complicated issue. If you plan on filing for […]
Read MoreSafe Drivers in Georgia Avoid These Five Bad Habits
Car accidents often lead to injuries, property damage, and even death. Fortunately, however, most car accidents are caused by specific identifiable behaviors. By avoiding these behaviors, drivers greatly decrease their chances of being involved in car crashes. Below are five bad habits to avoid when driving in Georgia. Speeding Speeding is a major cause of […]
Read MoreWhat is Parental Alienation?
Divorce is challenging for both parents and children. In fact, a divorce or child custody case is one of the most challenging experiences a person can face. However, parents sometimes make the process even more difficult. One way in which some parents increase the difficulty of divorce is through a process known as parental alienation. […]
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