A divorce is an emotionally fraught time for most people, but it is particularly difficult when you and your soon-to-be ex share children. It can be difficult to decide what is best for your children when you no longer see eye to eye. However, divorce is tough enough...
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How do guardianships and conservatorships differ?
During the estate planning process, you may encounter information about guardianships and conservatorships. Although the two terms sometimes seem to be used interchangeably, they actually refer to two different situations. Understanding the difference between...
Issues around grey divorce
Divorce can happen to anyone at any point in life, though recent statistics reveal certain trends. One study says that during the 1990s 10 percent of divorced people were over the age of 50. Newer research says that 25 percent of people going though a divorce are in...
Noncompete agreement: Former pro-soccer team owner sues employee
Owning and running a business in Georgia takes dedication. The varied responsibilities and demands of business operation require not only someone who has a wide skill set, but they generally need other people who can take on part of the work. Most employers hope that...
Charitable giving can be beneficial part of estate planning
There are a myriad of options for creating a comprehensive estate plan. Many people have the desire to gift part or all of their estate to a charity when they pass away. It is a selfless choice and can make a huge impact to the organization that receives it. Many...
What will happen to my horses after I die?
After your family and friends, your horses are what you care about the most. The gentle, beautiful creatures that you own mean the world to you, and you want them to have the best lives possible. However, the future is unpredictable. No one expects that one day they...
Potential breach of contract in sale of horse to slaughterhouse
Animal owners generally want whatever is best for their faithful companions. Sometimes that might even mean giving an animal away to an organization or person that can better care for the animal. Unfortunately for one Georgia woman, her story of giving her beloved...
New year sees a rise in divorce rates
The end of the winter holidays often means a return to routine for many families here in Georgia. For some, it can also mean big changes, including divorce. Experts say that they often see a rise in divorce rates at the start of each year and there are several reasons...
What to do as an executor immediately after the passing
Getting named the executor of a loved one’s estate means he or she trusted you deeply. It is a lot of responsibility, particularly if your loved one had a large estate. Try not to feel overwhelmed: you have some time, and you do not have to do it all on your own. Take...
