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Tire Trouble and No Tools: A Silent Risk on Georgia Roads
Automotive Safety & Security

Dale Cardwell

Tire Trouble and No Tools: A Silent Risk on Georgia Roads

More car manufacturers are ditching spare tires to save weight, but the cost could be your safety. Two Atlanta drivers found out the hard way, and their stories are a warning to all Georgia motorists.

Received a Sketchy Parking Ticket? Here’s What You Need to Know Before You Pay
Finance & Tips Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Received a Sketchy Parking Ticket? Here’s What You Need to Know Before You Pay

Atlanta drivers are being targeted by fake parking ticket scams from shady private companies. Learn how to spot a bogus citation, protect your credit, and fight back against deceptive practices before you pay.

Drowning in Junk Mail? Here’s How to Cut It Off at the Source
Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Drowning in Junk Mail? Here’s How to Cut It Off at the Source

Junk mail floods millions of mailboxes every day, and many people are fed up. Luckily, TrustDALE has tips for you to slow, or even stop, junk mail from being delivered -- once and for all.

Noisy Neighbors? Here’s What You Can – and Can’t – Do About It
Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Noisy Neighbors? Here’s What You Can – and Can’t – Do About It

You don't get to choose your neighbors and sometimes that can mean a major headache for you. Dale has some advice on how you might be able to finally get some peace and quiet.

What You Need to Know Before You Buy That Home DNA Test Kit
Healthcare Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

What You Need to Know Before You Buy That Home DNA Test Kit

Do-it-yourself DNA tests can reveal a lot of interesting things about your family tree. In this article, Dale looks at which of the top three test kits delivers the best bang for the buck.

The Best Security Measures to Protect Your Business from Theft and Vandalism
Safety & Security Commercial Services

Laura Lovejoy

The Best Security Measures to Protect Your Business from Theft and Vandalism

Implementing effective security measures ensures that your business, employees, and assets remain protected. Here are the best security solutions for commercial properties.

Why Every Commercial Property Needs a Professional Security System
Safety & Security Commercial Services

Laura Lovejoy

Why Every Commercial Property Needs a Professional Security System

A professional security system provides comprehensive protection, deters crime, and enhances business efficiency. Here’s why every commercial property should invest in a professional security system.

Missing Security Deposits: Here’s What Georgia Renters Need to Know
Finance & Tips Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Missing Security Deposits: Here’s What Georgia Renters Need to Know

Struggling to get your security deposit back? Georgia law requires landlords to return it within 30 days. Learn your rights, steps to take, and legal options if your landlord refuses to pay. Don’t let your money disappear—find out how to fight back!

Walmart Receipt Checks Are Common –  But Are They Legal?
Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Walmart Receipt Checks Are Common – But Are They Legal?

Are you required to show your receipt at Walmart? The law says no—but there are exceptions. Learn about consumer rights, store policies, and when you may have to comply. Get the facts on receipt checks and what retailers can and can’t do.

When Your Food Delivery Driver Becomes a Thief: How to Protect Your Packages
Safety & Security Scam Prevention
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

When Your Food Delivery Driver Becomes a Thief: How to Protect Your Packages

A food delivery driver caught on camera stealing a package? It happened to Maria. Learn how to protect your deliveries, fight back against corporate indifference, and use TrustDALE’s Three P’s to get justice. Don’t let porch pirates win—take action!

Georgia Business Owner Exposed for Wage Theft—And Forced to Pay Up
Finance & Tips Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Georgia Business Owner Exposed for Wage Theft—And Forced to Pay Up

What happens when an employer short-changes a teenage employee on his wages when he thinks nobody is watching? This article aims to raise awareness about labor rights and empower workers to avoid falling victim to unscrupulous business practices.

Lethal Lockout: The Dark Side of the Locksmith Industry
Safety & Security Home Services
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Lethal Lockout: The Dark Side of the Locksmith Industry

A widespread scheme preys on unsuspecting consumers in their most vulnerable moments. But in one shocking case, it led to something even worse: a tragic loss of life.

Are Parking Tickets from Private Companies Legit? What You Need to Know
Finance & Tips Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Are Parking Tickets from Private Companies Legit? What You Need to Know

Got an unfair parking ticket? A gym member’s experience with Professional Parking Management (PPM) reveals issues with private parking enforcement. Learn how to dispute unfair citations, protect yourself, and understand your rights.

Georgia’s New Squatter Law Is Now in Effect—Here’s What Homeowners Need to Know
Safety & Security
Jessica Long

Jessica Long

Georgia’s New Squatter Law Is Now in Effect—Here’s What Homeowners Need to Know

If you own property in Georgia—whether it’s a rental, a vacation home, or a house you’re trying to sell—here’s what you need to know about how this law protects you and what steps you can take to prevent squatters from targeting your home.