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Inheritance and estate taxes are things that few Georgia residents have to worry about. Georgia does not impose an estate tax, and most Georgia residents have estates worth less than the federal estate tax exemption, which is more than $12 million. This is fortunate...
In an ideal world, parents discuss inheritance issues with their adult children and address any concerns they may have. There may be misunderstandings about who gets what that the parents should resolve while there is still time. But life doesn't always run that...
When someone dies, the probate process begins. If the deceased person left a will, then the estate gets distributed according to the will's instructions. But, if the person died without a will, they died "intestate," and state intestacy laws determine how the estate...
The average length of time for probate in Georgia is 12–18 months. Conflict over the estate could cause it to take longer, as the executor must wait on the court to resolve legal issues. Estates that have unusual assets like race horses and collectibles may take...
Once a Georgia resident reaches the legal age, they may rush to get a driver’s license. However, teenage drivers might need to be additionally careful on the road. Teen driver worries A younger driver might wish to drive safely and avoid accidents. However, a lack of...
Thanks to increased use of seat belts and airbags, Georgia residents are less likely to suffer facial injuries in a car accident than they were a few decades ago. However, when facial trauma does occur, it often involves a victim's nose. Nose injuries caused by car...
When someone dies in Georgia, their estate has to be managed and distributed in a way that is consistent with their wishes as stated in their will. This complex process falls on the shoulders of the executor, who is usually appointed by the deceased ahead of time to...
When someone has their will taken care of at the time of their death in Georgia, it's called testate. In this case, the property goes straight to any beneficiary that the decedent has designated in their will usually without difficulty. What happens when someone...
Families who have elderly loved ones in Georgia nursing homes expect the nursing home to be professional and courteous. Sadly, there are times when nursing home abuse or neglect might occur. If your loved one has lost a lot of weight, it might be a sign that it’s...
If you've gotten into a car accident in Georgia, it may have been caused by distracted driving. Distracted driving is any activity that diverts the driver's attention from the primary task of driving. All distractions endanger driver, passenger and pedestrian safety....