Whether considering divorce, establishing paternity, engaging in a child custody battle, or seeking modification to an existing order, child support laws impact your case. Many believe that obtaining custody means they automatically receive support. This is not always true. It is the child’s best interests, not money, that determines custody. The financial standing of both […]

You hear a knock on your door. Upon answering, someone confirms your identity, asks you to sign a form, and serves you with legal paperwork. It is a stomach-sinking feeling. Getting served is just one of many signs that you may need to speak with and hire a lawyer. The lawyers at Blake and Associates Law […]

The sun is shining, the air is warm, and you feel relaxed as the day’s stress leaves your body. Nothing is more enjoyable than cruising down the open road on your motorcycle. Then the worst happens. You’re minding your own business, following the rules of the road. Unfortunately, someone else is not. Next thing you […]

Have you been asking yourself, “Is child support taxable”? If so, understanding the tax implications of child support is essential to avoiding surprises during income tax season. Many people assume that child support payments are either taxable income or tax-deductible. However, the reality is quite different. The IRS has specific rules regarding this subject. Whether you are […]

Your children’s squeals of laughter ring through the house while you feel like you’re dying inside. You and your spouse are on the brink of divorce, and you can’t bear the thought of not seeing your children every day after the marital breakup. You ask yourself, “Who will get custody of the kids?” Research shows that more […]

Every year, over 37.9 million emergency room visits occur due to injuries. If you find yourself in an accident, securing the compensation you rightfully deserve becomes paramount. Yet, settling for an average lawyer is not an option. You want the best – a personal injury law firm with a proven track record of success in cases like […]

Many people are shocked when they find out how much demand there is for family law and divorce lawyers. In the United States alone, the market for family law and divorce lawyers earned over $11 billion in 2022. Although this may not be pleasant news, it is an indicator of how much value people get out of the […]

Statistics show that 25% of all industry injuries are caused by slips, trips, and falls. These injuries can easily range from very mild to life-altering depending on the situation. If you have had a personal injury, you may want to take legal action. If that is the case, you need a slip-and-fall accident lawyer on your side. […]

People typically spend $30,000 and up when adopting through an agency. Adoption is a hefty investment of time, money, and effort. It comes with an equal payoff that lasts a lifetime. With so much on the line, you need to make sure that your adoption goes through correctly so that you can transition to your newfound parenthood. […]

The number of women who reported their divorce was 960,014 in 2020. This number declined in 2021, with the number dropping to 948,862. If you live in Georgia, you may be wondering about the different types of divorce options. This can be important to understand since divorce laws change by state. Certain types of divorce […]