Hollywood movies and television shows can portray crimes in an exciting, albeit misleading, way. For example, they may show a burglary to be a crime where doors are violently kicked down or blown up with something precious and valuable being stolen inside. However, in...
Personal bankruptcy is a very real option for those looking to obtain debt relief. But if you’re like most people, then you probably already have some preconceived notions about bankruptcy. In most instances, those perceptions are negative. Some people think that...
For the last several month, the Mobile police department has been plagued by a number of ATM burglaries, all of which appear to have used the same MO. A recent arrest in Mississippi for an ATM break-in now appears to be the Mobile police’s hoped-for “big break.” The...
In Mobile and across Alabama, law enforcement officers understand the fundamental requirements of their job and that they need to be in harm’s way to perform their duties. While that is often related to rescuing people, conducting investigation and making arrests, it...
Families in Mobile who get behind in their house payments are probably looking for some alternatives to losing their home. Even if they are otherwise in okay shape financially, the family may consider filing for bankruptcy if only to be able to stay in their house. In...
Since last year, the news cycle has included stories of the Kelly Clarkson divorce cycle, for what seems like every week. For our divorce blog, a silver lining has been the media attention given to the couple's prenuptial agreement that they entered prior to their...
No one expects they will be seriously injured while out walking on Mobile area streets. Most people spend some time walking to their destination, whether it be a store, home, church, etc. Although many drivers understand the importance of driving safely, accidents...
In Alabama, driving under the influence is taken very seriously. Because it is perceived as one of the most dangerous problems on the road, law enforcement is vigilant in its attempts to catch drivers who might be committing a DUI and arrest them. This can happen to...
For anyone familiar with that famous Seinfeld episode with the Soup Nazi, “No soup for you,” brings back funny memories. However, one family court judge seems to be taking this mantra into divorce cases. The case The case is from Kentucky’s Bullitt County Family...
Are you accused of committing a drug crime in Alabama? Perhaps you were charged with possession of a controlled substance, manufacturing a controlled substance or trafficking a controlled substance. Any of these crimes can carry serious penalties. Alabama law...
