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...
Year: 2021
Are all drugs treated equally under Alabama law?
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...
Alabama drivers warned to exercise caution as school starts
Alabama children are among the most vulnerable people on the road. This is especially treacherous when they are heading to and from school. With the new school year set to start, legislators and law enforcement and emphasizing the need for safety. Unfortunately,...
Common forms of driver negligence
As a licensed driver in the state of Alabama, you are expected to follow the rules of the road. Driver negligence occurs when a driver fails to adhere to the rules of the road and instead operates their vehicle in a negligent or reckless manner. If you have been...
Understanding the factors involved in the decision to divorce
It is clear why individuals in Alabama and elsewhere get married. They likely see a long future of love with their partner, until death do them part. It is also clear that not all marriages last. Divorce has been part of society for almost as long as the institution...
Where is the safest spot to sit in a car?
Safety is a top priority for drivers. We shop for cars with high safety ratings; we obey traffic laws and speed limits; we wear our seat belts. But if you are a passenger, there is something else you can do to stay safe in a car: choose your seat wisely. Location,...
As protections come to an end, a bankruptcy spike could follow
In Birmingham and throughout Alabama, people have experienced inordinate struggles due to the unforeseen circumstances since early-2020. To help them account for issues like job loss, diminished income, medical expenses and more, protections were implemented so people...
Who can benefit from Alabama’s Redeemer Act?
For the first time, Alabama residents for whom a long-ago conviction for certain crimes continues to burden their lives have the opportunity for a second chance. A conviction for a low-level offense can follow you for years in all sorts of ways. Even though you served...
We can help create a strong criminal defense
Innocent until proven guilty. This is a phrase that is repeated throughout every legal drama in theaters and TV, and it is a concept that is a fundamental U.S. right. Similarly, the right to an attorney to ensure the process of determining guilt is fair is also a...
Saliva tests implemented for suspected impaired drivers
Alabama motorists give implied consent and agree to undergo breath and blood tests for suspected drunk driving when they obtain their driver’s licenses. A new law in this state expands implied consent for saliva or oral fluid tests for determining whether a motorist...