Human Trafficking Awareness Training with United Way of Greater Atlanta
In 2019, the National Human Trafficking Hotline reported more than 4,600 human trafficking victims in the state of Georgia. Human trafficking has become known for “hiding in plain sight.” Raising public awareness and learning how to identify red flags is … Read More
Tabitha’s House | Providing Resources to Children, Adolescents, and Adults Affected by Sex Trafficking
In 2005, the FBI investigated which of its field offices saw the highest levels of child prostitution based on direct sources, information provided by numerous local and state law enforcement agencies, and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children … Read More
HomeFirst Gwinnett: Providing Greater Assistance and New Resources for Gwinnett County’s Homeless Community
Andersen, Tate & Carr attorney Pat McDonough has built strong relationships with key members of the legal community, but it is his involvement with the United Way that merged his professional career with his passion to support his community. Pat … Read More
In The Life: Helping Survivors Find Hope with 4Sarah
Throughout his career, attorney Pat McDonough of Andersen, Tate & Carr has built strong relationships with key members of the legal community, but it is his community involvement through The United Way that merged his professional career with his drive … Read More
Human Trafficking Cases Jump by 25% in 2018
New data just released from the Polaris National Human Trafficking Hotline shows a disturbing uptick in human trafficking across the country. In 2018, the number of calls for help to the hotline jumped 25% to 51,919 cases. The hotline deals … Read More
ATC Attorney Files Groundbreaking Sex Trafficking Lawsuit
Andersen, Tate & Carr attorney Patrick McDonough is filing a first-of-its-kind lawsuit in Georgia – in what could be a landmark case of sex trafficking against some of the Atlanta metro area’s more prominent hotels. Mr. McDonough represents “Jane Doe,” … Read More
How to Spot Sex Trafficking at Hotels
According to the Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General of the U.S. Department of Justice, “sex trafficking victims may interact with the community, but their trauma and fear keep them from seeking help.” For many reasons, it’s tough for sex trafficking … Read More
Atlanta Becomes Growing Hub for Sex Trafficking
The 2018 U.S. Census shows 36 new people move to Atlanta every single day of the year. As the city struggles to meet the demands of a population boom, a seedy underbelly is gaining traction. During Super Bowl LIII in … Read More