Impact of Sept. 11 attacks on civil liberties

A decade after the terrorism attacks of September 11 on American soil, many aspects of our lives are much different today. But with the

A decade after the terrorism attacks of September 11 on American soil, many aspects of our lives are much different today. But with the perspective of 10 years later, how has 911 really affected our civil liberties?

Avoiding Drowning Dangers on Lake Lanier

The summer of 2011 marked a sharp increase in drownings in Lake Lanier. Mark Alexander, a personal injury attorney with the Gainesville, Ga. law

The summer of 2011 marked a sharp increase in drownings in Lake Lanier. Mark Alexander, a personal injury attorney with the Gainesville, Ga. law firm Stewart, Melvin & Frost has dealt with numerous unfortunate cases involving serious accidents, injuries, & death.

New Georgia Motorist Laws on Booster Seats and Bikes

Two new laws affecting Georgia motorists recently went into effect. One deals with child booster seats and the other involves new guidelines for sharing

Two new laws affecting Georgia motorists recently went into effect. One deals with child booster seats and the other involves new guidelines for sharing the road with bicyclists.

Drinking and Legal Responsibility for Party Host

Whether it’s the holiday season or that summer cookout around the pool, party host need to know their responsibilities when alcoholic beverages are served.

Whether it’s the holiday season or that summer cookout around the pool, party host need to know their responsibilities when alcoholic beverages are served. You should already know that it’s important to practice moderation.

Georgia’s New Restrictive Covenant Act

Georgia voters approved a constitutional amendment to what is known as Georgia’s Restrictive Covenant Act in 2010.

Impact of Recession on our Judicial System

We hear a lot in the news about the impact of the recession on local governments & our school systems. Budget cuts at the

We hear a lot in the news about the impact of the recession on local governments & our school systems. Budget cuts at the state and local levels have led to furloughs, layoffs & reduction of government services throughout our communities.

New Georgia Law that Bans Texting While Driving

On July 1, the state of Georgia passed a new law making it illegal to text on your cellphone while driving. This new ban

On July 1, the state of Georgia passed a new law making it illegal to text on your cellphone while driving. This new ban has been in effect only for a few weeks, but it has already caused some confusion among drivers as to what they can & can’t do with their cellphones.

Swimming Pool Safety

Warmer weather is here, and that goes hand-in-hand with firing up the grill, stringing up the tomato vines, and – for some people –

Warmer weather is here, and that goes hand-in-hand with firing up the grill, stringing up the tomato vines, and – for some people – opening up the backyard swimming pool for the summer season.

Teenagers and Cell Phone ‘Sexting’

A troubling trend among teenagers and their cell phones has emerged here in Gainesville-Hall County as well as other areas across the country.

More on Teenage Driving – What Teens Need to Know

Parents can be liable for the negligence of their son or daughter out on the road but teenage drivers also need to understand their

Parents can be liable for the negligence of their son or daughter out on the road but teenage drivers also need to understand their own risks, namely losing their driver’s license.

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