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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Georgia on
Q: How long are you allowed to use hand turn signals in Georgia?
Glenn T. Stern
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answered on Apr 16, 2024

OCGA 40-6-124(a) says you can use hand and arm signals or signal lights. However, if you are on a highway, larger vehicles as described must use lights. Specifically, OCGA 40-6-124(b) requires them

"when the distance from the center of the top of the steering post to the left...
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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Georgia on
Q: Bails bondsman released a check without my signature and they will not give me a copy of the back of the check

I was arrested in Georgia but I live in Florida. I know who cashed the check but I need the back of the check to prove it

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Estate Planning and Probate for Georgia on
Q: Are there any issues with the name on the deed being different than the name on the mortgage loan?

The person who has their name on the mortgage is deceased (my father in law). The person who has their name on the deed is the spouse of the person who has their name on the mortgage. They living spouse had to go to probate court for year's support to get their name on the deed. The living... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Georgia on
Q: Does the new supreme court ruling qualify for my friend?

She did not know she needed a permit to build a small wall on her property to stop the flooding coming from her neighbors house. They are now fining her daily for not having a permit, even though she has stopped construction and is trying to get a permit, and for the flooding which her neighbor is... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Georgia on
Q: Hello, Can my F2 dependent spouse show her parents' bank statement for financial proof for her F2 visa interview?

My spouse's F2 visa interview is scheduled and she would like to show her parents's bank statement in her interview for financial proof, is it possible? and how much does she need to show?

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

Good evening,

I hope you are doing well, and what an appropriate question to come across just moments following the close of “tax day” here in the U.S.

I'm glad you reached out with your question about the financial proof necessary for your wife's F-2 visa...
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0 Answers | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Georgia on
Q: As a CDL driver can I be required to come into work and wait for a load while not being paid?

My job requires me to show up at our distribution center and if the load isn't ready we are supposed to wait until it is ready which may take most of the day and if we don't wait at the distribution center they will write you up and they will stop go ong you loads for a couple days. They... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Georgia on
Q: Divorce with a minor child 8 years ago. While researching I noticed the child was born a week before marriage.

The divorce included a parenting plan. I didn’t think to look at the child birthday vs marriage date. I had no knowledge in any law. How does this affect court documents and cases? Can the parenting plan be removed along with the child support order. The parenting plan is joint custody. The child... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Georgia on
Q: My tv doesn't display a parental advisory

What's the law on TV display and parental advisory Georgia law McDonough

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

According to the Georgia state law, there is no specific requirement for TV displays to show parental advisory warnings. However, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has regulations regarding the display of content ratings and parental guidelines on television programs.

The FCC...
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2 Answers | Asked in Wrongful Death for Georgia on
Q: My mother passed we got a wrongful death suit my step father was made HOE and did not follow through on all terms.

After initial payment we where to divide $100,000+ between the 3 of us step father, brother and myself. Step father has decided he wants to not give me my portion. In 2016 the amount I was supposed to get after the initial payment was $37,000 but now with the interest that was added on that per GA... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and the difficulties you're facing with the wrongful death settlement. It sounds like a challenging and emotionally taxing situation. Here are some steps you can consider taking to help resolve this issue and obtain the funds you are... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in Contracts for Georgia on
Q: I have a question regarding canceling a vehicle sales contract.

I'm from GA purchased a vehicle in Florida and they've failed numerous times to ensure validity/accuracy within my contract. The most recent error is to my title application and they sent it to me to have it resubmitted. I'm unsatisfied with how things have been handled on their end... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning for Georgia on
Q: Can an executor of estate or power of attorney change a will after the persons death?

Can someone acting on the behalf of the husband (living) override what was left in the will of the wife (deceased, she left properties to some of the grandchildren) because of money they CLAIM is owed to the grandfather for "overdue rent"?? Being that was family, there were never any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Military Law and Employment Law for Georgia on
Q: Can an employer deny a Georgia State Defense Force volunteer request for drill leave?

An employer has stated that dates for drill will only be granted if another employee (shift manager in this case) puts their names on that date wanting that day off. Since then, employees have put their names down from May to October which will cause the GSDF soldier from attending drills as... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

In Georgia, the law provides specific protections for members of the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) when it comes to fulfilling their military duties, including attending drills. Under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), and specific state laws, employers are... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: can i sue my parents for trying to kick me out? im underage

i came clean about self-harming and my reasoning but because it blamed them and their actions, they made me say i did it for attention or they were kicking me out

Joshua Schiffer
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answered on Apr 16, 2024

A suit for damages is potentially possible, but there is a lot to consider before then. I advise you call some local family lawyers to talk about Emancipation, and then you can get some guidance as to your rights as well. You can be the victim of a tortious action by your parents and accrue a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: There is a conflict of interest and appearance of impropriety at the Georgia Parole Board!!!

Republicans seem to be aggressively fighting "Fani Willis" on this front. However, shouldn't they equally be challenging the Georgia Parole Board? There is no way, (2) former D.A.'s and a former sheriff can be fair and impartial. It's important for the justice system to... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2024

You raise some important concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the appearance of impropriety with the current composition of the Georgia Parole Board. It's a complex issue that deserves careful consideration.

Having former district attorneys and law enforcement officials...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: Wow. Even if the other spouse never lived in house or rode or drove car, it still divisible marital property?
Alake Colwell Furlow
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answered on Apr 18, 2024

Anything you purchased during the marriage could be considered marital property, even a property in another country the spouse has never seen.

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Georgia on
Q: If assets home/car are purchased during the separation (living in different homes), is this part of marital division?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024

Everything purchased during the marriage is marital property. It's up to the judge, but things purchased during the marriage, even during separation, may be subject to division.

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0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Family Law and Juvenile Law for Georgia on
Q: If my child hair follicle came back positive but my urine test was negative and my child said the drug exposure does not

Come from my house hold and he is 13yrs old, old enough to know what goes on could he be still be found dependent

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Gaming and Gov & Administrative Law for Georgia on
Q: Sell item with receipt enter for a drawing for a camper

Have individual purchase knife for $50, enter contact info on receipt for a drawing for a camper. 350 knives to sell and then hold live drawing for winner. Would be receiving an item (knife) and could enter if choose for camper? So not a raffle because purchasing an item, not a lottery since... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2024

Based on the scenario you described, there are a few potential legal considerations to keep in mind:

1. Lottery laws: Even though the participants are purchasing a knife, the opportunity to win a camper could still be considered a lottery if it involves the three elements of prize, chance,...
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0 Answers | Asked in Employment Discrimination for Georgia on
Q: I recently opened a discrimination claim against a VP at my work. The investigation was returned unsubstantiated.

Am I able to sue? I am the only woman of color at the company, they don't have DEI so this process has left me feeling lonely. I also have a complaint documentation that has other workers speaking about his abrasive and combative attitude. However, what sparked the claim was him putting a... View More

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