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Posted on Jan 1, 2020
A New Seat Belt Law Might Come into Effect in 2020 It’s a battle that no one wants to face: one between trial lawyers, car crash victims, and car insurance companies. The question is whether a ...
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Posted on Dec 18, 2019
On December 11, 2019, members of the Georgia Legislature met to discuss a hot topic: Gambling. No, they weren’t shooting dice in the corner of the room (at least, I hope not!). They were ...
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Posted on Nov 26, 2019
This year, the Georgia Legislature may pass a bill to end what is known as “spoofing.” What is spoofing you say? Telemarketers use “spoofing” technology to contact consumers. ...
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Posted on Nov 14, 2019
On October 10, 2019, authorities charged Matthew Wolfe, Ruben “Andre” Garcia, Michael Pratt, and Valorie Moser with crimes involving pornography website Girls Do Porn (GDP). Along with the ...
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Posted on Sep 30, 2019
The Digital Recognition Network (DRN) Can Track Every Move You Make. And it will find you using something similar to Google Maps! The Digital Recognition Network is a privately funded network that ...
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Posted on Aug 10, 2019
The Gwinnett County Metro Police will halt all marijuana prosecutions at this time. Since May 10, when the Hemp Farming Act law was made official in Georgia since there has been no tested way to tell ...
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Posted on May 13, 2018
Georgia has enacted a new law that directly affects Criminal Bond Orders on Family Violence and Civil Family Violence Orders. These are commonly called “no contact provisions” and ...
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Posted on Apr 2, 2018
A few years ago, Georgia implemented a “no texting while driving” law. Unfortunately, there were way too many loopholes in it and officers were unable to prove drivers were actually ...
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Posted on Oct 12, 2017
Jeff Langley, the Enotah Circuit District Attorney, is no longer permitted to prosecute Jonathon Morgan due to a breach of client-attorney confidentiality. Jonathon Morgan, a client of Attorney Andrew ...
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Posted on Mar 8, 2016
Attorney AJ Richman was listed in Georgia Trend as a 2015 Legal Elite Attorney, showcasing his dedication and excellence in criminal defense. The prestigious title is given to legal professionals who ...
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Posted on Oct 30, 2015
In a case which has just recently come to a close, a Richman Law Firm client was acquitted of all felony charges of impersonating a police officer. This case was a highly satisfying victory for our ...
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Posted on Aug 13, 2015
At the end of August, the State Bar of Georgia will host the 5 th Annual DUI Training Super Symposium, the largest DUI seminar in the state. I am proud to announce that I have been selected to teach ...
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Posted on Jul 13, 2015
Its official — after a vote on Thursday, July 2, Dawson County adults can now be fined for knowingly hosting underage drinkers. This makes Dawson County the second in the state with such an ...
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Posted on Apr 17, 2015
Richman Law Firm is excited to announce that their founding attorney has earned a unique award for his dedication to his clients and excellent legal services! Attorney Richman was given the Avvo ...
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Posted on Jan 5, 2015
Attorney AJ Richman was included in Georgia Trend, where his excellence as a Cumming criminal defense lawyer gained him recognition as a 2014 Legal Elite attorney for Criminal Law. This prestigious ...
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Posted on Oct 17, 2014
All too often clients call me and say, "The marijuana wasn't mine"! And really, it wasn't. The problem is, police officers and prosecutors hear this claim of innocence everyday and ...
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Posted on Jul 30, 2014
My clients are unique. Each of them has a different story; a different case; a different dilemma. And, each of them will have a different outcome. Guaranteed. They need my full attention. Ever since I ...
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Posted on May 24, 2014
Your three-day holiday weekend is ruined. On Sunday, at about 7:00 a.m., you were finally released from the jail on bond. You're still in the same clothes you had on last night. Your car is in the ...
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Posted on Apr 21, 2014
It is lunchtime and you want to get some shopping done. Kohl's is having a sale and you have a $10.00 gift card to use. You figure what better way to spend the lunch break than to buy some goods. ...
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Posted on Mar 4, 2014
My client escaped from the Lumpkin County Jail and has been caught. Now, the Sheriff's Office has applied for more warrants, all of which the Richman Law Firm will have to defend and beat! The ...
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Posted on Mar 3, 2014
The Richman Law Firm receives numerous phone calls from potential clients everyday. We answer questions about DUI license suspension, bond issues, and other various issues about a criminal case. ...
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Posted on Feb 7, 2014
Earlier this year, Gov. Deal enacted a new law passed by the Georgia Legislature that changes the rules for golf carts on our state’s roads. While the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office sent ...
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Posted on Dec 3, 2013
Speeding is the number one ticket police officers write. They can have a significant impact on your insurance, and will show up on your criminal driver history. (Personally, I've seen speeding ...
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Posted on Nov 4, 2013
Getting arrested is an emotional rollercoaster. It can and will affect the rest of your life. Clients hire me with the expectation that I can get their charges reduced or dropped. Others hire me ...
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Posted on Sep 24, 2013
College is a time when you find out who you really are and experience the world from a brand new perspective – one that does not include under the watchful eye of loving parents. With this ...
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