If you are ever arrested for possession of a drug, possession with intent to distribute or any other drug charge; you should never fight these charges by yourself. Many people believe they can represent themselves in court, but it's too stressful of a situation to do...
Why second and third opinions matter
Going to the doctor regularly can wind up saving your life. You might have routine tests conducted that find elevated blood pressure, elevated white blood cell count and other indicators of serious illnesses or diseases. But, not every doctor will diagnosis you...
Medical providers owe it to patients and themselves to be safe
A recent study published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) captures how doctors who follow safety protocols can protect both their patients and themselves by doing so. The researchers refer to a medical provider's obligation to adhere to patient safety...
A positive BAC breath test may not be accurate
Whether you have a favorite bar in Hinesville or regularly go to Savannah for a night on the town, you must be careful never to drink and drive. After all, few things can derail your future plans faster than a DUI charge. If you ever face one, you must act both...
Alcohol can affect your ability to drive safely
It's difficult enough to drive safely when you're sober. If you add alcohol into the mix, it's even more challenging to avoid trouble on your way to your destination. Alcohol can affect your ability to drive safely. Here's how: Causes drowsiness: This limits your...
Help yourself avoid an emergency room misdiagnosis
Every year, approximately 135 million people visit hospital emergency rooms throughout the United States. You don't want to find yourself in this position, but you never know when you'll require emergency care. Here are some of the many things you can do to help your...
Can you legally avoid a DUI checkpoint in Georgia?
Georgia police frequently put up DUI checkpoints when there is a projected increase in traffic. They tend to go up during holiday weekends, however, last Decemberpolice arrested 48 peoplea Wednesday evening. Some states don't allowDUI checkpoints because they...
Georgia follows national move to link overdoses to murder charges
There's an alarming trend in American jurisprudence today. Reactionary measures against the drug crisis that's been sweeping through large parts of the country have led prosecutors to see criminal intent behind every overdose death -- at least, whenever they can...
What to do in the event of a cancer misdiagnosis
Cancer claims millions of lives every year. Unfortunately, many people don't receive a fast and accurate diagnosis, thus making it more difficult for them to successfully fight the disease. If you suspect a cancer misdiagnosis, it's important to take the following...
Georgia man killed when his car is rammed on Interstate 85
A Lawrenceville, Georgia, man was killed and a 33-year-old woman is facing several charges, including drunk driving and first-degree homicide, after a fatal crash on Interstate 85 recently. The victim, who was 24, was sitting in a disabled vehicle around 6 a.m.,...