A new law has taken effect in Georgia that may allow some flexibility for first-time drunk driving offenders. Under the new law, certain drivers can opt to install an ignition interlock device their vehicle rather than face other, stricter punishments. This is...
Drunk driving is rarely wise, but sometimes it's not what the arresting officer thinks it is. If you recently received drunk driving charges, it is possible that the circumstances change the nature of the violation, justifying your state behind the wheel. An...
Drunk driving can carry heavy consequences, both in criminal punishment and possible civil liability. Right here in Georgia, a jury recently decided in favor of the survivors of a woman killed in a drunk driving accident, awarding them $5.35 million. While there were...
Next weekend, March Madness will come to a fever pitch as the NCAA Tournament takes center stage. But we can't forget about how popular St. Patrick's Day can be. So while many will cheer on their favorite team, events and celebrations commemorating Irish...
When you are charged with drunk driving, your top priority is determining what defense options you have for your case. This isn't always something that is easy to determine, but we will work with you to explore the possibilities. We know that you aren't willing to...
Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for young people between 15 and 20 years old. That's why Georgia has laws that limit how much responsibility young drivers can have until they've demonstrated that they can drive safely and obey the rules of the road....
Many of our readers have probably seen the public service advertisements touting the message that "Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving." Of course, recognizing that someone has had too much to drink to drive safely may not be easy if they aren't showing signs of...
When most people are pulled over for suspected drunk driving, they're frightened, nervous and likely intimidated by the law enforcement officer(s) who stopped them. If they have been drinking, even a little, their judgment may be impaired. Therefore, when officers ask...
People throughout Georgia will be watching their calendars and clocks this week, eagerly counting down the days and the hours to Labor Day weekend. For some, this upcoming long holiday break will mean a much-anticipated trip to visit family or friends, while for...
