People working on a real estate development project in Marietta, Georgia, will need to understand the local planning and zoning laws. Project managers should be familiar with residential and commercial zoning and permits. Even if you're planning a small-scale...
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Who may be financially responsible for a truck accident?
Truck accidents are surprisingly common in Georgia and across the U.S. In fact, in 2018 alone, there were nearly 500,000 motor vehicle accidents involving large trucks. With the size and weight difference between semi trucks and passenger vehicles, trucking accidents...
Everyone has rights after a dog bite
All dog owners have rights that they can fight to protect. Many states have civil and criminal laws that are harsh against negligent owners. Protecting your rights after a dog bite in Georgia should involve knowing the law first. Proof of liability The first, and most...
What do you need to disclose when selling a house in Georgia?
Georgia doesn't require home sellers to provide a formal disclosure form, but it still requires that sellers disclose certain information. Although you don't have to fill out a formal disclosure, lawyers recommend it because written disclosures offer more protection....
Fiduciary duties in a business partnership
Partnerships are some of the most common business structures in Georgia. They're appealing in part because they're less complex than a corporation. However, one downside to this arrangement is evident when considering what happens when a partner abandons the business....
What is an easement in gross and how does it affect homeowners?
When people in Georgia buy and sell real estate, they should be aware of covenants and easements that come along with the property. Easements are legal conditions as part of a real estate contract that give specified rights to people or entities aside from the...
How to get a special use permit
Real estate has been booming for quite some time, and that is true for both the residential and commercial sides of the industry. In Georgia, as in other parts of the country, some properties have had to make changes over the past year or so. For example, many...
Can I trust insurance companies after an accident?
Car accidents are a frightening experience. The collision of two vehicles violently shaking the passengers, the following disorientation causing widespread confusion, and the resulting injuries with a lifetime of consequences can all seem like a nightmare. When...
Do you need both a trust and a will?
Many people throughout Georgia are concerned about what will happen to those they leave behind. There is a thoughtful and careful way to handle these issues in advance. The method is estate planning, and one of the most important aspects of planning your estate is...
How bicyclists can stay safe
As more Georgia residents take to bicycling for exercise and transportation, their risk of injury in a bike accident increases. While they should take as many safety precautions as possible, they may not fully be able to protect themselves from the carelessness of...


