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The Impact of Divorce on Your Work

“Check your problems at the door.” It’s a mantra some workplace environments live by. However, it’s easier said than done. It’s easy for problems in our personal lives to bleed into our professional lives. The trauma of going through a divorce isn’t something you can just turn off like a light switch. From the court …

Do I Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

If you’ve been arrested or charged with a crime, it’s in your best interest to immediately contact a criminal defense attorney. A good criminal defense lawyer can explain your rights in all stages of the criminal process and help make the difference between a reduced plea bargain, dismissal or a jail sentence.  Being charged with …

Understanding the Difference: Bail vs. Bonds

Once a person is in police custody and is charged with an alleged offense, he or she may get out of jail either by posting bail or obtaining a bond. A judge will determine the amount of bail based on factors like severity of the offense, the likelihood the defendant will commit additional crimes after …

What You Need to Know About Alimony in Georgia

When a marriage ends in divorce, one spouse may need to continue financially assisting or supporting the other spouse. Alimony, also referred to as spousal support, is paid by the higher-earning spouse to the non-earning or lower-earning spouse and is separate from the division of marital property. Alimony ensures that spouses who may have refrained …

The Basics of Visitation Violations in Georgia

In Georgia, child custody is most often determined during the divorce process by mutually agreeing parents, subject to a judge’s approval, or by the judge based solely on the child’s best interests. The resulting custody order is a complex document, covering many important things, including visitation. The custody order, referred to as a parenting plan, …

ATC Attorneys Analyze High-Profile Trial on CourtTV

Andersen, Tate & Carr criminal defense attorneys Patrick McDonough and Trinity Hundredmark recently walked CourtTV viewers through all the proceedings of a high-profile trial. Mr. McDonough and Ms. Hundredmark were on-air to analyze the opening statements and deliberations in the Kellen Winslow, Jr. rape trial. Click here to watch Patrick McDonough weigh-in on opening statements. …

How Divorced Parents Can Create a Summer Plan for Children

Most kids look forward to summer break as soon as the spring semester at school starts. However, being a divorced couple brings a new layer of uncertainty – for both parents and kids. Without school to fill children’s daily schedules, an entirely different schedule within your parenting plan may be required.   Here are a …

ATC Criminal Defense Attorneys Join CourtTV as Commentators

CourtTV is back in session, with gavel-to-gavel coverage of some of the most gripping trials making national headlines. ATC’s veteran Atlanta Defense Attorneys, Patrick McDonough and Trinity Hundredmark, have been tapped to join the on-air team as commentators and will provide in-depth analysis of all the court proceedings. McDonough & Hundredmark recently shared key legal …

Is Identity Fraud a Felony in Georgia?

Identity fraud is one of the most common white-collar crimes committed. It can be as simple as using someone’s ATM card without thei permission to something more elaborate, such as using someone’s personal information to rack up credit card debt or even take out various loans. In Georgia, identity fraud is a serious crime with …

The Basics of Insurance Fraud in Georgia

Consumers are required to purchase several forms of insurance to ensure they are financially protected, such as auto insurance for drivers and home insurance for homeowners. When someone commits an act designed to defraud the insurance process, they are then committing insurance fraud. Insurance fraud is a crime that often comes with serious consequences for …

Understanding Probation Violations in Georgia

In Georgia, those convicted of a misdemeanor or felony may have an opportunity to satisfy their sentence out of custody if the judge issues a probation order. Probation allows a person under a first offender agreement or a convicted individual a chance to avoid incarceration under the supervision of a probation officer. If the probationer …

Criminal Defense Attorney Pat McDonough Recognized With The Gwinnett County Chamber’s Public Service Award

Andersen, Tate & Carr is proud to recognize attorney Patrick McDonough’s achievement in being the recipient of the Gwinnett County Chamber of Commerce’s Public Service Award. The Public Service Award is given to members of the community who have dedicated their time and talents to others, helping to make the community a better place for …

Understanding Protective Orders Available in Georgia

In the United States, about 25% of women have experienced severe physical violence by a partner at some point in their lives, and 14% have been stalked by a partner. About 14% of men have experienced physical violence from a partner, and nearly 5% have been stalked. In Georgia alone, almost 1,700 women lost their …

Ad Valorem Property Tax Appeals: DON’T PAY MORE THAN YOUR FAIR SHARE!

Are you a homeowner, landlord or business owner that owns or leases real or personal property? Don’t agree with the County Tax Assessor’s assessed value of your home or business property? It may be time to file an appeal. Ad Valorem is Latin for “according to value”, so the amount of any assessment should be …

Bad Faith and An Unexpected Path To Justice

Here is the story of how we never stopped fighting for justice when a routine car wreck case went off the rails.

Special Homestead Exemptions For Senior Citizens: Fact V. Fiction

by James C. Joedecke, Jr. Ad valorem tax appeals are a large part of my law practice. Over the past few years, I have handled some of the largest ad valorem business tax appeals (both real property and inventory related), as well as many of your residential appeals. I will talk more about strategy related …

The Pitfalls Of Do-It-Yourself Divorce

Divorce can seem like an oppressively complicated event, and it’s not surprising people want to find any shortcuts they can to make the process “easier.” One of the most common ways people try to simplify their divorce is through online services. They promise low cost, ease, and a way to avoid the embarrassment many people …

Conspiracy: Understanding the Charges & Penalties

The idea of a conspiracy typically brings to mind crime novels and more sensational situations, but conspiracy to commit a crime is a serious offence, and one that can vary in the way it is addressed. The charges can be complex, and it’s important to know the laws behind them. Conspiracy Laws Conspiracy laws fall …

Attorney Trinity Hundredmark Nominated One Of The Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 By the National Academy Of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Andersen, Tate & Carr, P.C is proud to announce that criminal defense attorney Trinity Hundredmark has been nominated one of the Top 10 Under 40 Attorneys by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys (NACDA). The honor recognizes the most diligent, effective, and passionate attorneys in each state to better serve those in need of …

How To Prepare For A Potential Divorce

Many people going through a divorce can feel blindsided by it. The suddenness of it can be disorientating, and can make the process all the more difficult. However, getting a divorce is not an overnight event. Even if you didn’t see it coming, once you know that you and your spouse are going to separate, …