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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
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You may think that if a bar sells alcohol to a customer who then drives drunk, the bar is responsible if that person causes a car wreck. However, this is not automatically the law in Georgia. Instead, the law actually protects bars and restaurants from liability, except in limited circumstances. The general rule in Georgia …
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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 …
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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 …
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Here is the story of how we never stopped fighting for justice when a routine car wreck case went off the rails.
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 …
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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 …
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 …
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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 …
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, …
Generally speaking, disorderly conduct (a.k.a. disturbing the peace) refers to behaviors and words that disrupt the lives of others in a way that they interpret as threatening. The laws for disorderly conduct (O.C.G.A. § 16-11-39) are written in a way that leaves them open to interpretation, and there are both state laws and city ordinances …
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Andersen, Tate & Carr, P.C is proud to announce the appointment of Trinity Hundredmark as Vice-Chairperson of the Standing Committee for the Unlicensed Practice of Law by the Supreme Court of Georgia. With her appointment as Vice-Chairperson, Ms. Hundredmark brings a powerful voice and years of experience in law to the Committee. As a leader in …
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For many parents, the decision to divorce is made even more difficult because of the fear of losing their everyday interactions with their children. In Georgia, there is no established formula that a judge uses in order to make decisions about a child’s physical custody and parental visitation, leaving separated parents with mounting uncertainty as …
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In the State of Georgia, it is illegal to purchase, possess, manufacture, distribute, or sell controlled substances or marijuana (O.C.G.A. § 16-13-30). The laws in our state are particularly harsh for drug-related offenses, and therefore it’s essential to understand the charges being brought against you and to seek expert counsel as soon as possible. Except …
The question of whether infidelity can affect a divorce case is incredibly common. Adultery is defined as a married person voluntarily having sexual intercourse with a person other than his or her spouse. In Georgia, adultery is considered a misdemeanor offense (O.C.G.A. § 16-6-19), and if proven, it can certainly impact divorce proceedings. However, proving …
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In the State of Georgia, drug laws are notoriously strict in comparison to many other states. The vast majority of drug charges are felony offenses, and there are many factors that increase the severity of the charges being brought against the accused. The three most common drug-related charges are: Possession of a Controlled Substance (O.C.G.A. …
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