Is pornography grounds for divorce in Georgia? A person wanting to file a fault-based divorce in Georgia may wish to cite their partner’s use of pornography. Depending on the couple, pornography can cause an irreparable strain on a marriage. Filing a fault-based divorce based on the use of pornography, however, can be difficult because of …
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A person wanting to file a fault-based divorce in Georgia may wish to base their claim on lack of intimacy. However, a willful withholding of intimacy by a partner can be emotionally draining, and disclosing the specifics of this tension in the marriage during divorce proceedings can be embarrassing for the involved parties. Beyond the …
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For interstates and highways in Georgia, the average speed limit ranges from 65 to 70 miles per hour. Although those speeds can keep traffic flowing smoothly, speeding tickets are still a common problem and authorities take violations very seriously. Speeding convictions that fall under the Georgia Super Speeder law can be costly and can result …
These grounds include factors such as adultery, addiction, abuse, and criminal convictions requiring long-term jail time. An affair is a common reason why couples choose to move forward with a divorce. Whether this is a one-time occurrence or an ongoing relationship, both of these actions significantly impact marriages. However, in order to make a claim …
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Divorce is not a simple decision. Many factors come into play when a couple decides to end their marriage. In the state of Georgia, there are 13 grounds for divorce that can impact the result of your decision. These grounds may change property division, alimony, and even custody. Grounds for Divorce In order to file …
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Andersen, Tate & Carr, P.C (ATC Law) recently received the prestigious Best Lawyers of America award for four of their Atlanta lawyers. We are also honored to announce Tom Andersen has been named Lawyer of the Year for Greater Atlanta Real Estate for the third time. Best Lawyers is a peer review organization established to …
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Co-parenting and parallel parenting sound similar, but they’re actually two very different approaches to parenting after a divorce. The relationship between parents post-divorce is handled differently because there are different sets of circumstances for each parenting approach. Co-Parenting This approach involves a substantial amount of interaction between the divorced parents. Co-parenting brings the divorced parents …
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Whether you have filed or received divorce papers in Georgia, you are likely contemplating the alimony payments that will be included in your divorce. What is Alimony? Alimony is financial support paid by one spouse to another, and exists to support the economic well-being of spouses who do not have the means to make ends …
The divorce process is challenging, especially with issues of child custody in the mix. In Georgia, courts take the preference of the child into account when making child custody decisions. How Old Does a Child Need to Be to Choose Which Parent They Live With? GA Code § 19-9-3(5) states that children 14 …
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Andersen, Tate & Carr attorney Tyler Dillard recently represented out-of-state residents who had previously sold a home in Georgia. The clients sold the home as-is but were later sued by the buyers claiming that there was a toxic mold infestation. The clients adamantly denied any knowledge of any mold infestation and further reminded the buyers …
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Andersen, Tate & Carr attorneys Tom Tate, Tyler Dillard, and Jaletta Smith recently scored a victory at the Georgia Court of Appeals in a case involving facts dating back a decade. The firm’s client was a life insurance company that issued certain annuity policies at the request of a family trust in 2011. In 2015, …
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A custody evaluation helps courts in Georgia determine custody arrangements that are in the best interest of the children. Typically, a mental health professional conducts an official forensic child custody evaluation. Then, Georgia courts can use the evaluations in a variety of legal actions where the children’s best interest is to be determined, like divorces, …
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Thomas J. Andersen (Commercial Real Estate) Render C. Freeman (Personal Injury Litigation) Thomas T. Tate (Commercial Litigation) Elizabeth Clack-Freeman (Employment Law Litigation) Trinity Hundredmark (Family Law/Litigation) Matthew Reeves (Litigation) Melody A. Glouton (Wills, Trusts, and Estates) Each year, lawyers nominate their peers for these prestigious lists. Candidates must pass a rigorous selection process of evaluations …
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When children are involved, child custody is often the most contentious aspect of a divorce. Divorce can be a difficult and emotional time for any parent, but if one parent suffers from alcoholism, it becomes vastly more complicated. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 5.8% of American adults have an alcohol …
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Many parents focus an enormous amount of time and effort on helping their children succeed in school, and this shouldn’t change because of divorce or separation. Effective co-parenting will require parents to collaborate and communicate on school issues and homework so that their child’s educational needs are put first. Here are two important ways divorced …
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Georgia Family Business Dispute Attorney Being a part owner of a family business can be very rewarding, but it can also be very problematic if the other owners take advantage of the family business. Oftentimes, the employees or part-owners of family-run businesses feel entitled to take actions that would not be acceptable at other businesses. …
Georgia Tree Cutting Attorney Property owners are often surprised and angered when a neighbor trespasses onto their property and cuts trees. Neighbors may unlawfully cut trees for a number of reasons such as to get a better view or to allow more sunlight or simply clear out an area for another use. Regardless of the …
On August 6, 2020, Governor Kemp signed the “Georgia COVID-19 Pandemic Business Safety Act” (the “Act”). The Act substantially limits tort claims against “healthcare facilities and providers, entities and individuals” in Georgia unless the entity or individual showed gross negligence, willful and wanton misconduct, reckless infliction of harm, or intentional infliction of harm. Except for these …
Divorce is hard on the entire family, and kids are no exception. As you work through custody decisions and rulings, there are five steps you can take to create a plan that works well for your whole family. Keep Your Children’s Best Interests at Heart Your divorce means a new lifestyle for your children, and this …
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