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When you're remarrying in Georgia after a divorce or the death of your spouse, you may have children. If your new spouse also has kids, going through the estate planning process is important. Doing so ensures your possessions are distributed per your wishes when you...
In Georgia, surviving spouse's rights in wrongful death is governed by Georgia Code, Section 51-4-2. Subsection (a) states that surviving spouses may recover for the homicide of a spouse the full value of the life of the decedent, according to the evidence. Section...
Completing a sale for a piece of real estate in Georgia requires proving that the property title holder has a clear and unhindered right to transfer the title to the buyer. You accomplish this by having a title company research the public records concerning the...
Cars are a part of almost everyone's daily life, but most people don't think about the relationship between car color and their safety in Georgia. It might seem like an odd question, but there is evidence that specific colors can increase the risk of personal injury...
The real estate industry in Georgia is an ever-changing market that can often be difficult to navigate. One way investors can get into the game and potentially make a large return on their investment is through tax deed investing. These investments can provide...
Investments come with their own risks and challenges. Deciding to buy income property in Georgia might seem more daunting than other investment opportunities, though. Income property is (typically) a property to rent out to either an individual or a business. This...
The meaning of the word commercial has various definitions. You should also note that it has various applications under the terms of Georgia state law. The term is usually employed to refer to commerce and other types of general business activity. However, certain...
Some Georgia investors turn to the agricultural sector to protect their portfolios from inflation. Agriculture investments may attract you because of the steady demand for farm products. People always need food and other plant-derived raw materials, like cotton, for...
Business ethics outlines various policies that Georgia companies should follow involving subjects such as appropriate practices and policies on corporate governments, discrimination, social and fiduciary responsibility and similar areas. While American law frequently...
Some Georgia residents may create a trust while they're planning their estate if they do not want their estate to go through probate. This is the process where the courts oversee how assets get transferred to beneficiaries. A revocable trust A revocable trust is a...