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Food poisoning is an all-too-common risk when dining out, but when it happens, many wonder: can a restaurant in Georgia be held legally responsible? The answer is yes-under certain circumstances, Georgia law allows individuals to hold restaurants liable for foodborne...

If you’re a Georgia resident, the deadline for REAL ID compliance is right around the corner. Starting May 7, 2025, you’ll need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID to board domestic flights and enter certain federal buildings. While your current...

As marijuana laws change across the country, many Georgians wonder: what really happens if you get caught growing weed in the Peach State? Some states mayhave legalized home cultivation for medical or recreational use, but Georgia maintains some of the strictest...

A common belief among Georgia drivers is that if you’re simply matching the speed of surrounding vehicles, you’re safe from a speeding ticket. After all, if everyone is going 80 mph on I-75, it can feel unreasonable to be singled out. However, this is a persistent...

The belief that you have a right to resist an unlawful arrest is deeply rooted in American legal folklore. In most states, this right has been abolished or severely restricted, with courts and legislatures emphasizing public safety and the dangers of escalating...

Non-compete agreements have long been a contentious issue in employment law, balancing employers’ interests in protecting trade secrets and client relationships with employees’ rights to pursue their careers. In Georgia, the enforceability of these clauses has evolved...

A persistent myth in American culture is that police officers must always tell the truth during investigations and interrogations. Many people are surprised—and sometimes shocked—to learn that, in Georgia and across the United States, police are legally permitted to...

The legal concept of double jeopardy is widely misunderstood, thanks in part to courtroom dramas and films like Double Jeopardy (1999). Many believe that once a trial begins—or once a verdict is reached—a person can never face prosecution for the same crime again. But...

Free speech is a cornerstone of American democracy, but it isn’t absolute. In Georgia, as in all states, certain types of speech—like “fighting words” and true threats—are not protected by the First Amendment. These exceptions balance free expression with public...