Author Archives: S. Mark Mitchell
Unique Considerations Involved in a Gray Divorce
“Gray divorce” is a phrase that has gained popularity as the divorce rate among people over 50 years old has risen substantially in recent years. According to the American Bar Association, the 50+ demographic now accounts for about 25 percent of all divorces. Although the basics of divorce are the same regardless of age, there […]
What Damages Might You Recover After Suffering an Injury?
A car accident, slip and fall or other mishap can cause serious bodily harm, resulting in significant economic costs and perhaps having a long-lasting impact on your quality of life. If another person was at fault, you may be entitled to recover money damages. The type and amount of damages available depend upon the nature […]
Common Visitation Violations and What to Do About Them
Child custody after a divorce can be a source of perpetual friction between ex-spouses. Some of the most troublesome problems concern visitation, also known in Georgia as parenting time. This generally occurs when the custodial parent intrudes upon the other parent’s rights as set forth in the custody order. When this occurs, the noncustodial parent […]
Qualifying for Spousal Support After a Georgia Divorce
Spousal support, also known as alimony, may be awarded to a spouse in need of financial assistance after a divorce, provided that the other spouse has the ability to pay. Unless the parties come to an agreement about the amount and duration of support, the court will make the determination. By statute, Georgia courts may […]
How Child Support Is Calculated in Georgia
As in most states, child support that is ordered by a Georgia court is paid to the parent having primary custody of the children. At one time, Georgia calculated child support based solely on the income of the non-custodial parent having the obligation to pay. But in 2007, Georgia switched to a system that considers […]
What if Your Injuries After a Car Crash Don’t Show Up Right Away?
In the immediate aftermath of a car accident, you don’t necessarily know if you’ve suffered a serious injury or how severe it is. The crash may have seemed like just a fender bender with minor damage to each vehicle. You may have bumped your head or twisted your neck, but other than that you felt […]
Who Gets the Family Home in a Georgia Divorce?
Dividing property during a divorce can be a painstaking process, especially when there is contention over each spouse’s share of ownership. There is perhaps no asset more difficult to divide than the family home. This is often the spouses’ largest single piece of property and usually means more to them than a parcel of valuable […]
Suing a Government Agency for Accident Injuries
When you’ve been injured in an automobile accident, you naturally to want to hold the person at fault accountable for your monetary damages. This may include suing a private company and in some cases a government agency. A negligent driver may have been working for the state or a county or municipality at the time […]
Important Steps to Take in Planning for Divorce
If you are considering a divorce, you should know that there are many steps you can take — even before you tell your spouse — that will help protect your rights and make the divorce process easier for you. This is a general list to help you get started. Take inventory of your assets and […]
