Some people expect to receive the keys to their new property as soon as they sign the closing paperwork. However, in Georgia, there has long been a standing tradition of giving the seller several days after closing to complete their move. This way, delays that change...
Each year, many Georgians suffer accident-related injuries. A lot of them seek compensation. State laws determine who may collect damages in the case of an accident. In some states, you can't receive compensation if you were even partially at fault. In other states,...
When it comes to estate planning, same-sex couples in Georgia typically have all of the same concerns that opposite-sex couples do. Every couple must consider who will inherit their assets and how those assets will be dispersed. If a couple has children, planning for...
One of the hardest parts of divorcing for most Georgia residents is dividing their assets and liabilities. Tallying up their properties and debts can bring up a lot of old wounds for a couple as they are reminded of what they've accomplished and what has gone...
Most people have a vague idea that they should write a will at some point in their life. But a will is just one piece of a well-rounded and complete estate plan. If you want to play it safe with your assets for the benefit of the most important people in your life,...
Someone concerned about his or her spouse, children and other loved ones may spend significant time writing a will. The testator may not realize, however, that a Georgia court could deem a particular will invalid. An invalid last will and testament would carry no...
You may have been hearing many bad things about probate. Estate planning advocates seem to spend an awful lot of time trying to keep you out of it. However, should Georgia residents really worry about it? On the other hand, should they incorporate it in your estate...
In most cases, a person creates what is known as a testamentary will to articulate his or her final wishes. However, there are actually several types of wills that might be recognized by a Georgia probate court. An estate planning attorney may be able to provide more...
Each year, many people in Georgia decide to sell their homes. Considering the importance of selling your home, it's understandable to want everything to get handled properly. If you're looking for someone to help you during this time, it could be wise to hire an...
If you've recently experienced the death of a loved one in the state of Georgia, it can be difficult to deal with. When you discover that another person or entity was responsible for their death, it can be heart-wrenching. You may want to seek retribution via a...
