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Many think of possibly falling asleep at the wheel as the primary danger posed by drowsy drivers, and often think of that as an unlikely prospect. However, operating motor vehicles when they have not gotten adequate rest creates significant hazards for the overly...

Facing a DUI charge in Georgia may leave you without driving privileges. Getting your license reinstated may require you to pay fines, serve jail time or complete a court-approved risk reduction course depending on the severity of your charge. A risk reduction course...

Being a good father can be difficult when you no longer have a relationship with the children's mother. However, it is important for your children that you make the effort. According to Fatherly, children with engaged fathers tend to get along better with peers, excel...

When car accidents happen, people are often willing to give those who caused them the benefit of the doubt that such incidences are just that: accidents. The assumption typically is that there was no bad intention (even in cases where one drove recklessly), but rather...

Methamphetamines represent one of the most significant substance use issues in Georgia. According to a report in the Augusta Chronicle, meth has been the state's most commonly used drug since 2012, with an increase in both overdose fatalities and...

When you are debating whether or not to legally state you are the father of a child, you may wonder what the effects of this action are.  From legal rights to personal responsibilities, paternity can change your life in various ways.  Voluntary or involuntary...

Many people are well aware of the dangers that come with driving while intoxicated, using a phone behind the wheel or trying to operate a vehicle while extremely tired. However, it is crucial to realize some of the other risk factors that are associated with motor...

As more new cars, trucks and other passenger vehicles roll off the dealer lots equipped with features designed to keep people safer, many people might be surprised to learn that pedestrian deaths in Georgia increased every year between 2014 and 2018.  At the same...

When officials search your place of residence for drugs or paraphernalia, there are several procedures and guidelines they must follow no matter what.  Lawful searches and seizures should not violate your Fourth Amendment rights.  Unallowable actions  According to...

Georgia imposes criminal charges for drivers who have a measured blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher or who display obvious drug or alcohol impairment behind the wheel. Drivers who do not consent to a breath or blood test will be subject to additional criminal...