Author Archives: S. Mark Mitchell
Georgia Couple Retains Parental Rights After Claiming Medical Condition Was Mistaken for Abuse
Healthcare professionals and child protection authorities have a duty to protect young people from physical abuse that occurs within their homes. In severe cases, parental rights could be terminated if there is evidence of mistreatment. These situations can get very complicated if parents deny allegations of abuse and there are differing opinions as to how […]
Should You Choose an Open, Semi-Open or Closed Adoption?
Deciding to add a child to your family through adoption is a life-changing choice that should only be made after honest, thoughtful consideration. However, choosing to go forward with an adoption is only the first of many important decisions that you’ll need to make. Another critical decision relates to the type of placement you will […]
Study Says More than Half of Georgia Auto Accidents Linked to Distracted Driving
Most people understand the dangers of distracted driving. Still, they continue to engage in this risky behavior behind the wheel despite public awareness campaigns and laws enacted barring drivers’ use of phones and other handheld devices. This might be because motorists are not fully cognizant of just how many car accidents are caused by distracted […]
Kemp and Georgia Legislature Considering Tort Reform for 2025
For several years, Governor Brian Kemp and some members of the Georgia General Assembly have said that tort reform is a top priority. While major changes have not been made yet, there are indications that 2025 might be the year when significant tort law revisions are passed that affect businesses, insurance companies and injury victims. […]
What Are the Most Common Parenting Time Schedules Used in Georgia?
When parents of minor children don’t live together, they should cooperate to create a workable schedule that allows each one to have frequent, meaningful contact with their son or daughter. What many people refer to as visitation is known as parenting time under Georgia law and by hiring an experienced family law attorney, you can […]
Fatal Atlanta Motorcycle Accident Highlights Dangers of Left Turns and Lane Splitting
Motorcycle accidents are tragically common, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. Understanding the factors frequently associated with collisions between motorcycles and automobiles can make things safer for bikers and help injury victims prove who was liable for the accident that harmed them. A recent fatal collision in Atlanta highlights several potential contributing factors that […]
Georgia Updates Child Support Standards
Establishing fair child support terms is critical for parents who live apart due to a separation, divorce or the fact that they were never married. In an effort to divide financial responsibilities in an equitable manner, Georgia uses a formula that considers each parent’s income and other relevant information to set a guideline child support […]
Dividing Retirement Accounts During Divorce
Divorce in Georgia often involves splitting up marital assets through the process known as equitable distribution. Retirement accounts may be part of the assets that are subject to division. These accounts hold funds meant to provide for your future financial security, so it’s vital to have an understanding of how they are treated during the […]
Georgia’s Reckless Driving Law and Your Car Accident Case
Sharing the road with other vehicles carries an inherent risk of accidents. These usually result from negligence, which means one or more drivers failed to exercise the expected standard of reasonable care. However, when another driver’s behavior transcends negligence and becomes reckless, the consequences can be significant. If you or your family members are injured […]
A Guide to Parenting Plans in Georgia Child Custody Cases
In Georgia, whenever child custody becomes an issue, a parenting plan is a legal necessity. This document, also referred to as a custody agreement, acts as a roadmap for how parents will continue to cooperate in raising their children despite living in separate households. Parenting plans are unique to each family’s situation, but these key […]
