Month: November 2022

You need a special travel document called an International Driving Permit (IDP) issued by the United Nations in order to lawfully drive a motor vehicle in many countries other than your own. This rule is for your own safety and security. If the holder of an IDP also has a valid domestic licence, they will not need to take any further exams to be licenced to drive a motor vehicle in any of the other signatory countries. Countries that have signed on to any one of the United Nations' International Conventions on Road Traffic are regarded as contracting parties. Make…

Atlanta and the entire state of Georgia have strict drinking and driving laws. If you are arrested, charged, and convicted of a DUI in the state, you will likely face jail time, significant fines, and the loss of your license, among other penalties.  If you happen to cause a car accident while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you may face civil penalties for any damages you cause.  When you are arrested for DUI, you may wonder what options you have. It can be a scary and overwhelming situation. At this point, hiring an Atlanta DUI attorney is…

If you are seeking compensation for an accident, you may have questions about your options. This article explains what can happen if you lose a personal injury claim. It covers topics like medical bills, injuries, and reopening your personal injury claim. It also covers special damages. Injuries When you file a personal injury claim, you must be completely honest with the insurance company. Failure to be honest can destroy your claim. Your claim should be viewed not as a means to make money but as a way to compensate you for the actual harm you suffered. Often, a personal injury…