Can semi-trucks park on the side of the interstate?
Every day across Georgia you see semi-trucks parked along the interstate exit ramps and many times on the shoulder of the interstate. Shoulders on the
How Can I Win My Personal Injury Case
If you were injured in an accident that was not your fault, you deserve to receive all the compensation you are entitled to. It has
Do I Need a Lawyer After a Car Accident in Georgia?
Do I Need a Lawyer After a Car Accident in Georgia? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are approximately 1,500 deaths each year
What is Uninsured Motorist Coverage? Why is it so Important?
https://youtu.be/V77qxd3xQ24?si=ixTGgG1Y-ruTv0U_ Georgia Drivers: Insurance is something we all hate to pay for. Most of us might even get the minimum coverage required to have to
Does an Acknowledgement of Paternity Mean a Child is Legitimated?
No, the acknowledgement of paternity form does not mean a child is legitimated under Georgia law. Unwed parents often mistakenly believe that the father gains
Premarital Cohabitation Can be Considered When Determining Alimony
In Georgia, the determination of the amount of alimony or spousal support awarded to a party is within the sole discretion of the fact finder.
LawCall: Steps to Legitimize a Child in Georgia
What steps does someone need to take to legitimize or legitimate their child in Georgia? Generally, it would be a father filing to have a
LawCall: The Difference Between Child Custody and Adoption
What is the difference between child custody and adoption? Custody does not sever either parent’s parental rights to the child. If a father filed to
Types of Child Custody: Legal and Physical
“Me and my ex share custody. We live close. So, it’s been easy. But, I’m looking at a job in Atlanta. He says moving would
Child Support for Children Over 18 – When Does Child Support End in GA?
Can you be required to pay child support even though your child has turned 18 years old? Yes. In Georgia, child support can continue even
Can Visitation be Modified Without Finding a Material Change in Circumstances Has Occurred
The Georgia Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court’s order finding the mother in contempt and modifying the father’s visitation rights. In 2009, the trial
Income Tax Exemptions After a Divorce – Which Parent Can Claim the Children as Dependents?
Everyone will probably agree that filing income taxes can be complicated. Divorce muddies the income tax water even more, especially when there are children involved.
Christmas and Divorce – Tips for Divorced Parents
Christmas is supposed to be that special time of the year. That’s especially true when young children are involved. Even as adults we still remember
Hiring an Attorney for a Traffic Ticket: Is it Worth It?
Short answer: probably YES. Some Violations You May be Able to Handle on Your Own Some Georgia traffic tickets and violations are not reported to the
CASE LAW UPDATE: Sheffield v. Sheffield
Child Custody and Grandparents Rights Can a parent share joint custody of their minor child with the child’s grandparent? The short answer is no. The
Pets and Divorce
Everyone that knows me knows I’m dog person. I have two lhasa apso dogs who are considered my little four-legged “children.” I treat them like
How to Help Your Children Cope with Divorce: Advice from a Divorce Lawyer
Divorce is never an easy choice to make, especially when there’s children involved. Divorce is tough. It’s tough on adults. It’s also not surprising that the
Family Law Advice: Why Parents Need a Will
Do you have children? If you answered yes, then you probably spend countless hours each day caring for them, cleaning their clothes, making sure they
Can We Agree that I Don’t Have to Pay Child Support?
CAN WE AGREE OUTSIDE OF COURT THAT I DON’T HAVE TO PAY CHILD SUPPORT? The short answer is no. If there is a child support order
The Basics of Child Custody in Georgia
Child custody is a confusing topic for many people. This is often the case because most people don’t fully understand what child custody is and the different
Second Office Location: Macon, Georgia
To better serve her clients and growing law practice in the Macon area, attorney Ashley Mackin Brodie is excited to announce she is opening an office location in Macon,
5 Tips When Filing for Divorce
Your mind is made up. You are filing for divorce. Marriage counseling is no longer an option. Filing for divorce is a big step because
LAW CALL RECALL: Annulment vs. Divorce
Last month, attorney Ashley Mackin Brodie was invited to appear as a guest host on the popular Macon, GA television show, Law Call. Airing every
Divorce Mediation
Most divorce cases in Georgia do not go through the lengthy and costly process of a jury trial or a bench trial before a Superior
LAW CALL RECALL: Child Custody Modifications
Attorney Ashley M. Brodie recently appeared as a guest host on the popular Macon television show, Law Call. Airing every Sunday evening at 11:35 p.m.
Georgia Divorce Questions and Answers
What are the grounds for divorce in Georgia? In Georgia, a divorce can be granted based on the fact the marriage is irretrievably broken and
LAW CALL RECALL: Legitimation and Custody
Attorney Ashley M. Brodie recently appeared as a guest host on the popular Macon television show, Law Call. Airing every Sunday evening at 11:35 p.m.
Traffic Tickets – How a Lawyer Can Help You
Speeding tickets and traffic tickets seem pretty straightforward that many people go ahead and pay them before their court date or on the day of
Georgia Child Custody Questions and Answers
How do courts determine who will get custody of my child? In Georgia, child custody is a complex matter where many factors are taken into
Firearms Restrictions: Misdemeanor Family Violence Crimes in Georgia
The 2nd Amendment, the right to bear arms, is always a topic of conversation. Although the right to bear arms is embedded in the United
FAQ: Paternity and Legitimation
What is the difference between paternity and legitimation in Georgia? Georgia law establishes two different levels of the relationship between a father and a child
Ashley Brodie Recognized as Pro Bono “Allstar”
Ashley M. Brodie was among hundreds of other attorneys who were recently recognized in the June 2015 edition of the Georgia Bar Journal as a
2014 Best Lawyer – Jones County News
Attorney Ashley M. Brodie was named “Best Lawyer” for 2014 by the readers of the Jones County News. Ashley takes great pride in this community
Brodie Named Ocmulgee Bar Association President
Ashley Mackin Brodie was recently named the 2014-2015 President of the Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit Bar Association. The Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit is comprised of 8 counties