One of the main benefits of owning a piece of land is control. Through ownership, you have the ability to use the property in whatever lawful manner you’d like. When considering a potential real estate purchase, it is vital to have a professional do due diligence to...
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Condo board fights cheap sale of NYC penthouse
Real estate investors in Georgia and elsewhere know that it is important to maintain the value of their properties. However, unforeseen events can, sometimes, threaten to devalue a property. Such is the case with an upscale Manhattan condo complex that was seized by...
Selling the marital home in a divorce
People in Georgia who decide to divorce will have to contend with how to divide their marital assets. Property division in a divorce is among the most contentious areas that might arise. One of the biggest decisions that a divorcing couple might have is how to handle...
How red turn signals put drivers in danger
As a driver in Georgia, you probably want your car to be equipped with as many safety features as you can afford. Newer vehicles, of course, have crash avoidance devices like collision warning and automatic emergency braking, but they could just as easily benefit from...
Advanced safety systems promising but not foolproof
Several studies by different agencies indicate that advanced safety features in motor vehicles may actually reduce the number of crashes on roads in Georgia and across the country. According to research conducted by LexisNexis Risk Solutions, for example, vehicles...
Estate planning for parents of children with special needs
While some parents in Georgia entering retirement may decide to fund a portion of their adult children's expenses, others don’t have a choice. Parents of children with special needs have to figure out a way to continue to care for those children after they retire....
What does breach of contract involve?
Various entities enter into contracts in the state of Georgia for a variety of reasons. A professional athlete, for example, may sign a contract to play for a sports team. A homeowner may sign an agreement with a construction business to add a new addition to a home....
What to know about encroachments
Encroachments occur when a neighbor builds something that crosses over into your property. An encroachment could also occur if a tree or plant grows into your yard. When buying a home in Georgia, it is important to look for encroachments as they can cause problems in...
GHSA estimates 60% rise in pedestrian deaths from 2009 to 2019
Residents of Georgia will want to be careful as more and more pedestrians are being killed in this country. In 2019, this state saw one of the highest numbers of pedestrian fatalities along with Florida, Texas, California and Arizona. Together, these five states,...
Georgia’s modified comparative negligence law
Georgia residents who intend to pursue a personal injury case should understand the laws regarding negligence. Negligence is just one example of a tort, or an unlawful violation of a legal right. In this case, it is the right to be safe on the road, on someone's...