Is retaliation, like my boss not renewing my contract because I brought issues to the board of trustees last year, illegal?

Georgia is one of only a handful of states to strictly follow the at-will employment doctrine. Georgia courts do not recognize a public policy...

My husband died last year. We have a joint mortgage that is close to being paid off. Am I still eligible to get years support?

You are entitled to a year's support, which allows you to abate the payment of property taxes for one year. That you were Joint Tenants with Richt...

What can I do to receive the college fund that my father had left for my brother and I?

Your aunt might be breaching her duty as a trustee. The first step is to retain a lawyer to demand a trust accounting from your aunt.

Can two different people do business with one physic address

The answer depends on the terms of your lease. Many leases prohibit subleases. If your lease prohibits a sublease, you might nonetheless ask the...

Home Seller to Get Out of Contract within Due Diligence period

The due diligence period in a residential real estate contract is generally for the benefit of the buyer, not the seller. In a worst case scenario,...

Where can I go to receive a copy of my fathers "will" in GEORGIA?

Under Section 53-5-5 of the Georgia statutes, the probate court may levy sanctions, such as contempt, a fine or imprisonment, if the person in...

What is the best business structure to encompass an independent consultant/trainer/author/speaker and soon lic. insurance agent?

There are many types of legal entities that create legal barriers that can shield an individual from personal liability under certain...

Do I have to commit to a signed purchase agreement if there are items in it that I didn't agree to?

Based upon the facts presented, you have apparently not signed the contract. You have no obligation to sign the written contract and may refuse to...

Real Estate Law: Residential Property Elder Law

I can answer your questions over the phone if you wish to call me.

Did your wife and you own the property as Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship (JTWROS)?