Author: MIke Robertson

A GUIDE TO TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY SYMPTOMS

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A Guide to Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms

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However, just because concussion recovery times are faster than other forms of TBI, does not make them less dangerous. Concussions are generally found among those who are active in contact sports, such as football, but can also be found in car accident victims, children who fall in the playground from a piece of equipment, and those who fall in their homes and strike their heads on a counter or the floor. One of the challenges associated with concussion is once someone has suffered concussion, they are more susceptible to suffering one in the future.

Symptoms of Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries

When someone suffers a mild traumatic brain injury, such as a concussion, one of the most common symptoms is fatigue. However, there are other symptoms which victims of mild TBI should be aware of including problems with vision, dizziness, nausea, issues with smelling, short term memory loss, depression, and irritability or other mood-related feelings.

These symptoms should never be ignored, especially if the victim has been involved in a serious car accident, suffered a sports-related injury, or took a fall. Ignoring these symptoms could lead to further complications.

Symptoms of Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injuries

The more serious the injury, the more pronounced the symptoms. When a victim has suffered a more serious brain injury in a car accident or a truck accident, they can suffer a variety of symptoms, some of which include:

Nausea and vomiting – unlike a mild TBI, those who are suffering from a moderate or severe injury may have difficulty holding anything down and can suffer from dehydration due to ongoing vomiting. Any victim who continues to have symptoms should be evaluated by a physician.
Loss of consciousness — when a victim suffers a TBI they may lose consciousness for several minutes to several hours. Once the victim has regained consciousness, they may struggle to stay awake, or you may have trouble waking them from sleep. Should you determine a head trauma victim is not aware of their surroundings, having difficulty remaining awake, or you have trouble waking them from sleep, it is imperative you seek immediate medical advice.
Personality changes — when the brain is disrupted in any manner, there are chemical reactions in the brain which can cause several problems for victims. One of those which may impact those around the victim include aggressive behavior, depression, confusion, and other behavior which may not be within their normal range of behavior. Should any of these symptoms manifest themselves, seek medical advice.
Coordination and other motor skill issues — victims of TBI often suffer from dizziness, loss of coordination, and numbness or pins and needles in the fingers, toes, or other extremities. If these symptoms persist, the victim should see a doctor to determine if the victim suffered any additional neurological damage. In some cases, you may need to see a neurologist who has the skills necessary to diagnose specific damage.

Victims may also display signs of slurred speech, have unusual clear fluid discharge from their nose or ears, and may show other symptoms. Whenever someone has suffered a head injury, it is important to monitor their physical and mental health until they make a full recovery, which can take three months or more.

Common Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries

Unfortunately, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) no longer maintains a current set of statistics pertaining to brain injuries. Research maintained by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons provides a sobering reminder of the high cost and most common causes of TBI:

Every year there are 1.7 million new cases of TBI
An estimated 5.3 million people are living with a TBI-related disability in the US alone
$48-56 billion annually is the estimated economic costs and losses associated with TBI
The estimates for car accident related TBIs are 50-70 percent of all TBIs in the US
Annually, it is estimated we lose 50,000 to TBI-related deaths

Victims and Families Have Rights

One of the challenges of a TBI is the costs associated with treatment. Whether you are a family member who needs to provide care to a victim, or you are a victim who is recovering from a TBI, you may find the financial strain is as challenging as the physical recovery. Because of the trauma, many victims cannot return to work for several months, and depending on the severity of the TBI, may never be returning to work. Therefore, many families turn to a personal injury attorney for assistance after a car accident involving a victim who suffered a TBI.

Financial Costs Associated with TBI

Victims may be out of work for extended periods of time. For those who suffer a serious traumatic brain injury, they may require full-time nursing care, special equipment, and physical therapy. Victims who suffer an altered personality may also require psychological counseling to understand how to deal with their emotional and trauma issues. These costs can quickly spiral out of control and cause the victim, and their families, to be placed under additional stress.

Your primary focus, whether as a family member or a victim of a car accident involving a TBI, should be physical recovery. Unfortunately, most people can’t afford to withdraw from the workplace and family responsibilities for months at a time. That is why you should consider contacting an attorney who has experience handling these types of cases. An experienced traumatic brain injury lawyer can help develop a plan for recovery, and pursue the compensation you deserve while you and your loved ones can focus on the most important thing: getting better, and getting back to a normal life.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1488984969615{background-color: #29639e !important;}”][mk_padding_divider size=”60″][mk_fancy_title color=”#ffffff” size=”24″ font_weight=”bold” font_family=”Roboto” font_type=”google” align=”center”]

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Five Tips for Motorcyclists to Stay Safe on I-575/I-75

Five Tips for Motorcyclists to Stay Safe on I-575/I-75

While motorcycles can be fun and exhilarating, they are also dangerous. When a motorcycle is involved in an accident, a fatality is six times more likely than in a car crash. In fact, Georgia has been noted as one of the states with the highest number of motorcyclists killed in accidents.

The I-575 and I-75 highways are major thoroughfares in Georgia, including through Cherokee County. Unfortunately, they are also common scenes for motorcycle accidents. Read on for some important tips on staying safe on your motorcycle on these highways.

1. Wear Proper Protection

Motorcycle riders are much more susceptible to injury without the protection of the sturdy frame, seatbelts, and airbags that protect drivers of passenger vehicles. Given this, motorcyclists need to be sure to wear proper protection to have the best chances of surviving a crash. Georgia law requires that any person operating a motorcycle wear a helmet. Eye protection is also required if the motorcycle doesn’t have a windshield or windscreen.

In addition to this required protective wear, make sure your arms and legs are covered, preferably with clothing made of leather or heavy denim. You should also make sure to wear boots or shoes that cover your ankles. Consider clothing in bright colors or with reflective material to help make you visible to other drivers. Increasing your visibility will help reduce the risk associated with the smaller footprint of the motorcycle.

2. Avoid Drugs and Alcohol

This tip might seem to go without saying, but it is worth a reminder. Consuming alcohol in an amount that exceeds the legal limit or taking illegal drugs are obvious issues for any person operating a motor vehicle. If you plan on taking your motorcycle out, you should consider avoiding any alcohol consumption and also pay attention to potential side effects associated with prescription medication. To safely ride a motorcycle, the driver needs to have full grasp on all their faculties in order to appropriately balance, control the throttle, and shift gears. They must also be alert and able to react quickly. Any consumption of alcohol or certain medications will reduce your ability to focus on the road and stay safe.

3. Prioritize Education

Even if you wear protection and avoid alcohol and drugs before a ride, you are still at a high risk for a crash if you haven’t secured the necessary education and licensing for riding a motorcycle. Approximately 1/3 of motorcyclists who are killed in crashes are not licensed, or are improperly licensed.

In Georgia, motorcycle drivers are required to secure a Class M license or instructional permit to operate a motorcycle. The state provides two paths for securing the appropriate licensing. First, you can take a Motorcycle Safety Program Course that provides professional training on handling a motorcycle and a 90-day License Test Waiver for successful completion of the course. The second option is to apply and pass a knowledge test and a skills test on the motorcycle.

While Georgia requirements have a skills component, more comprehensive training is always a good option. Many motorcyclists have not received any formal training for riding a motorcycle. It is much more common for motorcyclists to have learned to ride their bike from friends or family. Formal training arms a motorcycle driver with defensive driving techniques and the skills needed to stay safe on the road.

In addition to focused motorcycle training, make sure you are familiar with the local traffic laws.

4. Make Maintenance a Priority

While a focused and skilled driver is an important component to a safe motorcycle ride, the motorcycle must also be well maintained. You should pay special attention to the tires, brakes, and drive chain. A poorly maintained drive chain can create inconsistencies for the back wheel of the bike. Incorrect tire pressure can cause blowouts or an unpredictable grip. Malfunctioning brakes can mean the difference between life and death.

Make sure you prioritize regular maintenance for your motorcycle, and also give it a thorough once-over before you hit the road. Before any ride, consider checking:

That all lights and horns are working;
Fluid levels;
Tire pressure and tread depth;
Chain adjustment and lubrication;
Adjustment and operation of the clutch, brake levers, mirrors, gear shift, and switches; and
That all racks and storage solutions are secured and not rubbing on any functioning parts of the motorcycle.

5. Monitor the Road Conditions

Road conditions can have a significant impact on motorcycle drivers, including the quality of the road and inclement weather. Make sure you are familiar with the maintenance and quality of the areas of I-575 and I-75 you will be traversing. Advanced knowledge of any rough road patches or construction can help keep you safe.

Inclement weather makes the road more dangerous for all drivers, but especially for motorcyclists. Motorcycles are particularly susceptible to changes in road conditions, including slippery roads from rain or snow. Bad weather can reduce visibility and also affects the ability of motorcycle tires to grip the road. Rain and snow aren’t the only dangerous road conditions. Wind can easily push the motorcycle, so the driver must be able to anticipate the push and adjust their driving accordingly. If you are unsure of your ability to handle non-ideal weather conditions, consider staying off the road.

Contact an Attorney For Assistance

Even with all the tips above, you may find yourself involved in a motorcycle accident. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you may have suffered from a variety of injuries, ranging from cuts and bruises to traumatic brain injury. Even if your motorcycle didn’t come into contact with another motor vehicle, you still may be able to seek recovery for your damages. A Woodstock GA Accident Attorney can help you understand what evidence may be required in order to pursue recovery for your damages.

Among the variety of stressors resulting from the accident and injuries, you are likely concerned about the financial impact of the accident. Your attorney can work with you to understand the details of your case, and to help create a strategy for success.

Covid-19 in Georgia

How Our Office is Handling Covid-19

Dear Clients and Potential Clients,

On behalf of Koester Legal, I am writing to inform our community that the Supreme Court of Georgia has issued an Order Declaring a Statewide Judicial Emergency. Essentially, this Order cancels all regularly scheduled court appearances through April 13, 2020. Our Firm is closely monitoring and responding to the evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) situation as well.

Without a doubt, the well-being and safety of our clients and employees is our top priority. Koester Legal is fully equipped to serve our current clients and any potential new client during this difficult time. The vast majority of our daily workflow is cloud based which allows our employees to work remotely if needed.

What Koester Legal is doing:

• Our Woodstock Personal Injury office will remain open to see current clients and potential new clients BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

• We are happy to conduct new client intake meetings, free consultations, and client update meetings via telephone or video conference.

• All documents that requiring signatures can be easily signed electronically via are alliance with vinesign.com.

• Under certain circumstances we can make arrangements to meet you in your home.

• We will continue to closely monitor guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

• Every effort is being made to contact current clients that may have a court date or deposition scheduled within the next 30 days. If think you have an upcoming court date, contact us right away at 770-744-5250 or [email protected] for further instructions.

We sincerely hope that you, your family, friends, and loved ones are safe and healthy during this time.

I firmly believe that through this adversity our community will grow stronger. Remember to always be kind, clean, and courteous in all that you do.

All the best,

Kyle E. Koester, Esq.

Drivers and Pedestrians – Share Georgia’s Roads

The weather is warming up and it’s time to dust off those running shoes. At Koester Legal, we want you to enjoy everything that the great outdoors in Georgia have to offer while being safe. Few roads in Cherokee County and the surrounding suburban areas have sidewalks. If you plan on jogging along a street or walking your children to school, there are a few safety guidelines you should follow.

Tell Someone Where You are Going. Always let someone know the route you plan to take and when you will be back.

Do Not Run with Earphones. Staying alert includes being able to hear. Enjoying that perfect playlist and tuning out your daily distractions are why runners run. But don’t be so “in the zone” you can’t hear that big truck or Tesla behind you.

Run Against Traffic. Don’t be afraid to go against the grain. It makes you more visible to drivers. But more importantly, it allows you a better opportunity to avoid a deadly encounter with car or truck.

Wear Bright or Reflective Clothing. Wearing reflective running gear or a runner’s light makes you more visible to traffic. If you run with a light on your head, drivers may confuse you with a Martian or a miner, but at least they will see you.

Georgia has specific laws regarding sharing the road.

O.C.G.A. § 40-6-96 requires pedestrians to yield to all cars on the road. Careless drivers beware! This law does not give drivers the automatic right way. However, if there is a sidewalk, you must use it. If there is no sidewalk available, you should walk or run on the shoulder of the road as far away from cars as possible. If there isn’t a shoulder, you should walk or run on the outside edge of the road. Use your best judgment and recognize that drivers don’t often seen pedestrians until its too late.

O.C.G.A. § 40-6-93 requires drivers in Georgia to exercise due care. The law goes on to state that “every driver of a vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian upon any roadway, shall give warning by sounding his horn when necessary, and shall exercise proper precautions upon observing any child or any obviously confused, incapacitated, or intoxicated person.”

Folks often ask, “what does due care mean?” Due care refers to the level of judgment, care, prudence, purpose, or mindfulness that a person would reasonably be expected to use under similar circumstances. For example, if you are driving near a school, park, or intersection, the level of judgment, care, and prudence that a driver would reasonably be expected to use would be different than out on a rural highway.

As it relates to Georgia Drivers sharing the road with pedestrians such as kids walking to school and joggers, due care refers to the effort made by an ordinarily prudent or reasonable person to avoid harm to another, taking the circumstances into account. In other words, drivers are responsible for exercising caution and sharing the road with everyone, not just other cars.

Drivers should use their car horn to give a warning, and of course, drive with your headlights on. Again, drivers are required to use precaution if they see a child or a person who appears to be incapacitated, intoxicated, or otherwise confused along a road.

Pedestrians should also use crosswalks to cross the road whenever possible. If you are in a crosswalk, Georgia law requires approaching cars to stop for you and allow you to cross safely. Of course, before crossing the road you should always stop and check for oncoming traffic. If you have already entered the road under safe conditions and are in the process of crossing, then vehicles must yield to you.

Pedestrian laws in the state of Georgia place responsibility on the pedestrian and the driver to avoid a collision. Both parties are required to use precaution.

Drivers must maintain a safe distance from pedestrians. Due care also means not driving while distracted by a cell phone or GPS device. We are all aware of recent tragedies involving texting while driving. But equally distracting is attempting to use “google maps” or GPS navigation equipment. –Remember “Be Late, Don’t Navigate.”

If you have been in a crash or hit by a careless driver, call us today. 770-744-5250.

Georgia Supreme Court Drastically Changes DUI Law

I have a lot of mixed feelings about the Georgia Supreme Court’s opinion in Elliott vs. State. Make no mistake, there is a lot to digest in this 90+ page opinion. But one this is certain, major changes to our understanding of Georgia DUI law is here.

This ruling provides protection to individuals charged with Driving Under the Influence. The Court held that the State of Georgia can no longer use a person’s refusal to take the state administered breath test against them at trial for a DUI. This ruling is based on the Court’s interpretation of the Georgia Constitution that provides more protection against self-incrimination than the Federal Constitution. However, the opinion makes clear that the ruling does not apply to civil proceedings where a DUI driver is sued for hurting someone or causing a crash.

I’ve vigorously defended good people charged with DUI. As a personal injury lawyer, I’ve helped families through the horrific aftermath that a drunk or impaired driver can cause to a person and their family.

Still, the best advice a lawyer can give you if you are concerned about alcohol and driving has not changed. Call a cab. Use Uber or Lyft. Find a sober driver. Do it for yourself. Do it for your community.

Click here to Read the GA Supreme Court’s full opinion.

Woodstock Lawyer Kyle Koester Recognized as GA Super Lawyer Rising Star

Woodstock Lawyer Kyle Koester Recognized as GA Super Lawyer Rising Star

Woodstock Personal Injury Lawyer Kyle Koester Recognized as GA Super Lawyer Rising Star.

Kyle Koester is proud to announce his selected to the Georgia Super Lawyers list for 2019. Being named to this list is no small feat. First, an attorney must be nominated by a colleague and must be evaluated by his or her peers.
If an attorney passes this initial phase, he or she is then evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. The Georgia Super Lawyers list is comprised of less than 5% of attorneys practicing in the state of Georgia.

Kyle is truly honored to have been selected to this list, and strives to continue serving his clients and exceeding their expectations in the years to come. Kyle is extremely passionate about the work his office does. Koester Legal is committed to helping those injured in auto accidents get full compensation. Kyle’s is most proud of the work he does for children with autism or other special needs. This work includes helping vulnerable children when they have been injured in a car crash, are the victim of sexual assault, or accused of a crime.

Kyle’s hard work and success is demonstrated by being named in the top 5% of attorneys in the state of Georgia. Put his knowledge, hard work, and expertise to work for you in 2019!

Georgia’s New Hands-Free Law

Georgia's New Hands Free Law

If you live in Georgia, chances are that you’ve heard of the new “hands-free” law about to go into effect. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving was the cause of nearly 400,000 injury accidents in 2015. In 2016, its estimated that distracted driving was the cause of 3,450 fatal accidents. Nearly all auto accidents in Georgia are the result of one or more drivers not paying attention. The purpose of this new law is to reduce the number of crashes, injuries, and fatalities on Georgia roads. There’s been lots of misinformation floating around the internet and social media regarding this law. In order to make sure that you stay on the right side of the law, we’ve broken the new hands-free law down for you.

Let’s start with the basics:

The law means that you are not allowed to operate your vehicle while operating a cell phone, holding a cell phone with your hand, or supporting your cell phone with any other part of your body. Its also important to note that law enforcement can initiate a traffic stop and write a ticket for violating this law alone. In other words, they do not need to observe any other violation to enforce this law.

What does the law include?

Georgia’s hands-free law includes cell phones, portable telephones or text messaging devices, personal digital assistants, stand alone computers or laptops, GPS receivers, any similar portable wireless device used to send and receive data. The law does NOT include the radio, CB radios, commercial two-way radios, subscription based emergency communication devices, medical devices with a prescription, amateur radio devices, in-car navigation systems.

What are the rules?

A driver may NOT hold or support a wireless telecommunications device with any part of his or her body. The exceptions include earpieces, headphones, and smart watches.

Drivers may not read, send, or receive text messages with the exception of voice-based communications that are converted to written text messages.

GPS may only be accessed by a driver while lawfully parked The screen may be viewed, but the device can not be held or supported by any part of the driver’s body.

Drivers may not watch videos.

Drivers may not record videos unless using a standalone dash camera.

Commercial drivers may not use more than one button to initiate a voice conversation.

Commercial drivers may not reach for a wireless communication device if it causes them to no longer be seated properly in the driver seat or properly restrained by their seat belt.

What are the exceptions?

There are some exceptions for all drivers.

These exceptions include reporting a traffic accident, medical emergency, fire, crime, or hazardous road condition.

Employees or contractors of a utility service provider acting within the scope of their employment while responding to a utility emergency.

First responders during the course of their job duties.

If you’ve been injured by a distracted driver or for more information about Georgia’s new hands free law, call the Law Offices of Kyle E. Koester, LLC at 770-744-5250.

Focus on the Road. Focus on the Future. End Distracted Driving.

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The time period between Memorial Day and Labor Day have been dubbed the “100 Deadliest Days” by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Historically, the average number of traffic fatalities involving teen drivers ages 16-19 increased by 16 percent per day during this time of year compared to other days of the year.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 2,333 teenagers were killed in car crashes in 2015, and another 221,000+ teens needed emergency medical treatment as the result of a car crash. Teens are more likely than elderly drivers to underestimate hazardous situations or not recognize dangerous driving conditions. Make no mistake, driving is a complex skill. A skill that must be practiced and modeled by more experienced, cautious drivers.
Teen driver’s lack of driving experiences, compounded by the natural risk-taking behavior of youth, puts all drivers at a heightened risk of injuries on the road. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 60 percent of teen crashes involve distracted drivers such as texting or using social media while driving.
Focus on the Road. Focus on the Future. End Distracted Driving. Parents, please set clear guidelines to keep your teens safe on the road. Complete a Parent – Teen Driver Contract. You can Download the Contract here!

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Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

Motorcycle Awareness Month

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month! The goal of this is to remind drivers behind the wheels of their cars and riders behind the handlebars of their motorcycles to always be cautious of everyone on the road. With warmer temperatures here and summer just around the corner, more and more motorcyclists will be taking to the road. It is vital that everyone on the road be mindful of their surroundings at all times.

Because motorcycles are so much smaller than cars and trucks, its easy for them to go unnoticed as they travel down the road. Unfortunately, this often leads to a large number of motorcycle accidents each year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that motorcyclists are 30 times more likely to die in a crash than the occupants in a car and 5 times more likely to be hurt. In 2015 alone there were 163 motorcyclists fatalities.

The summer months are generally the most dangerous months for motorcyclists, so the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) asks that drivers of cars and trucks take extra precautions when driving during these months. The AMA launched the May motorcycle safety awareness initiative in the 1980s and its has since grown in popularity nation wide. The NHTSA stands behind the cause, as do a number of states and insurance companies. Some states have even launched their own programs and initiatives to support motorcycle safety awareness.

This summer, whether you are driving a car or riding a motorcycle, please take extra precautions to keep our roads in Cherokee County safe. For more information about motorcycle safety or if you or a loved one have been involved in a motorcycle accident, contact us at (770) 744-5250!

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Child Pornography Defense Lawyer

According to both federal and state laws, it is illegal to produce, possess, distribute, or sell pornographic materials that exploit (or portray) a minor. A minor is someone who is under the age of 18. Child pornography laws are being implemented more and more to punish crimes that have occurred using the internet to obtain, share, and distribute pornographic material that involves minors or children. Pornographic material can refer to pictures or videos.

The following federal laws reference child pornography-

18 U.S.C. § 2251– Sexual Exploitation of Children (production of child pornography)
18 U.S.C. § 2251A– Selling and Buying of Children
18 U.S.C. § 2252– Certain activities relating to material involving the sexual exploitation of minors (Possession, distribution and receipt of child pornography)
18 U.S.C. § 2252A– Certain activities relating to material constituting or containing child pornography
18 U.S.C. § 2260– Production of sexually explicit depictions of a minor for importation into the United States
State laws vary.

Even if you are a first time offender who is being charged with producing child pornography, you may still be sentenced to hefty fines and between 15 and 20 years in prison. You also may be prosecuted under federal law, state law, or both for any offense related to child pornography.

Because penalties for child pornography related offenses are so stiff- much more so than for other criminal offenses- if you are facing these charges you need an experienced child pornography defense lawyer. A guilty conviction may land you in prison for up to 20 years and you may be registered as a sex offender for life. These consequences will follow you for the rest of your life and could affect your relationships with family and friends and may affect your ability to get a job.

As an experienced child pornography defense lawyer, Kyle understands the severe consequences you are facing and what is at stake. Kyle relies on his knowledge, experience, and tried and true defense strategies to get acquittals, to negotiate for lesser charges and sentences, and to have convictions overturned on appeal. Once you have contacted Kyle, he will go to work right away to begin building your custom defense strategy.

Kyle can help defend you if you are facing any of the following charges:

Manufacturing child pornography
Possession of child pornography
Distributing of child pornography
Downloading or uploading child pornography
Having child pornography on your computer

If you are facing any of the aforementioned charges, it is especially important that you contact a child pornography defense lawyer immediately! However, it is also important to contact a child pornography defense lawyer if you believe you may be facing these charges in the future. Many times, if you are the subject of a child pornography investigation, you will be aware of it before formal charges are brought against you. Having a child pornography defense lawyer before formal charges are brought against you can be extremely helpful. In some cases, it may even be possible for you to avoid having charges brought against you at all if you have a lawyer early enough in the process.

If you believe you are the subject of a child pornography investigation or if you are facing child pornography charges, call Kyle immediately at (770) 744-5250 so he can begin working for you!

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