Brochures
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Access to Education
A school must allow the child to go to school for 30 days while waiting for proof of age, residence, or other requirements. The school may give more time for special reasons. The family and not the school should make the decision about the type of relationship that helps the family. Read More
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Basics of the Law of Unemployment Insurance in Georgia (Video)
This video about Unemployment Insurance Law in Georgia was created for GeorgiaLegalAid.org by Heather Miller, a law student at Atlanta's John Marshall Law School. The video content is based on a community education brochure created by Georgia Legal Services Program, Inc. and prepared under the direction of Georgia Legal Services Program. This is legal information, not legal advice. If you have a legal problem, you should speak with a lawyer. Read More
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Breaking Free From Domestic Violence
This resource gives step by step instructions about how to get out of a domestic violence situation. Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Brochure on the Foreclosure Process
This brochure discusses the basic steps involved in the foreclosure process in Georgia and what to expect. Read More
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Calculating Child Support
Step by step instructions for calculating child support under Georgia's 2007 child support law. Read More
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Can Bankruptcy Help Me If I've Been Sued or Garnished?
Information for Georgia consumers about the automatic stay, the difference between chapter 7 and chapter 13, and how to protect your income from garnishment. Read More
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Can Bankruptcy Help Me Save My Car?
Information for Georgia consumers about the automatic stay, the difference between chapter 7 and chapter 13, and whether bankruptcy will help you save your car. Read More
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Can Bankruptcy Help Me Save My House?
Information for Georgia homeowners about the automatic stay, the difference between chapter 7 and chapter 13, and other options you might have to save your home. Read More
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Can I represent myself in a divorce?
Yes, you have the right to represent yourself. Some people end up going to court over and over again because they are unaware of certain rules. So, if possible, you should hire a lawyer. Click for more information. Content Detail
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Child Custody in Georgia
This brochure provides basic information about child custody and how the courts make custody decisions. Read More
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Child Support in Georgia
Under Georgia law, courts will consider the income of both parents. The court will also look at the best interests of the children. Read More
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Collecting Child Support: A Guide For Parents
Your child has a right to be supported. By law, parents must support their child until the child either (1) reaches the age of 18 (if in high school, up to age 20), (2) marries, or (3) becomes emancipated. This web page explains how to collect child support. Read More
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Consumer Fraud Against the Elderly
You can help empower your parents and others who may be targets of fraudulent telemarketers by describing some tip-offs to rip-offs, letting them know their rights and suggesting ways they can protect themselves. Read More
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