Sometimes, in situations where a person is convicted of a drug-related crime, the defendant can avoid going to jail if he or she commits him or herself to a drug rehabilitation program. Many guidelines have to be put into place in order for this to happen; however, it...
What’s the law on Marijuana in Georgia?
The law on marijuana changes very frequently, especially with a trend towards legalization in some states. Different states also have different laws about possessing and selling marijuana. In the case of Georgia, traditionally the state has been very strict with...
Possible defenses for drug possession charges
Being accused of drug possession can be an extremely serious charge depending on the type and quantity of drug that you were accused of having in your possession. You may or may not be charged with an intent to sell, but if you intend to plead not guilty, it is...
Transvaginal mesh lawsuits: What you need to know
Transvaginal mesh implants have long been promised as a solution for women suffering from pelvic prolapse or from stress urinary incontinence. With very limited options to choose from, many women felt like going through this surgery was their only hope. However,...
What are the biggest risks of getting plastic surgery?
In the U.S., about 15 million people undergo one form of plastic surgery or another every year. Although plastic surgery is generally considered safe, accidents do happen. This blog will go through some of the most common risks that those undergoing plastic surgery...
An introduction to failed diagnosis and the law
Failed diagnosis and failure to treat medical conditions can often have tragic consequences. It can also come as a great shock to the loved ones of those affected, because we tend to trust doctors and medical practitioners to a strong degree. When doctors and surgeons...
Underage DUI and zero tolerance laws
If you are caught drunk driving and are under the age of 21, there is a different set of laws that will apply to you as opposed to drunk drivers over the age of 21. This is in part because you have broken two laws in combination -- drunk driving and underage drinking....
Study Shines Light On Misdiagnosis
You can’t get good treatment if you don’t have the correct diagnosis. And according to a study at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, approximately 20 percent of patients seeking a second opinion about serious medical issues had initially received an incorrect...
The law in Georgia on drug manufacturing charges
Georgia is one of the strictest states in the US when it comes to the sentencing of drug offenses. There have been efforts to minimize the consequences of these strict laws, but with mandatory minimum sentences in place, it can be difficult. This blog will serve as a...
What is the law on drug sales charges?
The sale of cocaine, heroin or meth are criminal charges in the U.S., however there are many variable factors when it comes to the severity of the charge. The seriousness of the charge most often depends on the type of drug involved; however, there are many other...