Being arrested on domestic violence charges or learning that you’re the subject of a protection order might come as a complete surprise to you. Or, you might have been prepared for the moment. Either way, domestic violence charges are certainly nothing to brush off or minimize; a conviction for domestic violence can trigger mandatory minimum jail sentences, fines, and prolonged restrictions on certain Read More

It’s somewhat amazing how quickly ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft permeated routine life in Alabama. After starting out in the state’s largest cities, the service is now available statewide. Part of the delay in allowing the services to operate from the Tennessee line all the way down to the white sands at the Gulf were the well-intentioned efforts to ensure that drivers and passengers were protected in the Read More

It’s a sight no one wants to see on a Friday or Saturday night: your rearview mirror fills with the sight of flashing blue lights. You were confident enough that you could drive home safely, but that risk looks like it might not pay off. After you pull over and briefly interact with the officer, he asks you to step outside your car. You know that you might have to eventually blow into a breathalyzer. The field Read More

Times are understandably difficult for so many Alabamians right now, and, as a result, many who owe child support to an ex-partner may have extreme difficulties satisfying these payments. Unfortunately, the pandemic has not been recognized as an acceptable reason for non-custodial parents to be missing child support payments. If you or your ex-spouse has fallen behind on child support payments, there are a variety of Read More

There is absolutely no question that the most important consideration of any divorce is the issue of child custody (and, to a somewhat lesser extent, child support). Your children are your greatest assets, and the thought of not having them around at all times can certainly be stressful and frightening.  If at all possible, you should try to come to an agreement with your soon-to-be-ex regarding custody of your Read More

For many women, one of the few times they will visit a hospital in the early part of their lives is to give birth. Childbirth is a wonderful thing, but problems can—and do—arise in some cases. Occasionally, these birth injuries are the result of negligence by medical professionals who have been entrusted with the health and wellbeing of both mother and child. This is referred to as medical malpractice and could Read More

Although the constitutions of the U.S. and the state of Alabama generally recognize the right of citizens to bear arms, there are some limits on what Alabama residents may do with regard to possession and use of firearms. Guns are frequently the weapon used in murder and manslaughter cases and assault with a deadly weapon, but this blog will take a look at four crimes that focus entirely on individuals’ behavior with Read More

There are some people in society who are not above anything in order to line their pockets. One such action includes financially exploiting the elderly -- vulnerable people who are parents, grandparents, and loved ones. There are countless reasons why society’s elderly population is prime for financial exploitation. Our firm wanted to provide you with some ways that financial exploitation might show itself in your Read More

You have enough responsibility after a devastating personal injury touches the lives of you or a loved one. From critical first aid to recovery and rehabilitation, your plate will be full in the immediate aftermath of your injury. There are a few things to keep in mind, though, in order to make sure you have the best chance at getting a fair payout if you plan on filing a lawsuit.  Receive medical attention Read More

Every marriage and relationship is unique. Something that might be a problem in your friend’s marriage might not be a big deal in yours at all. Even with respect to the nuances of each romantic relationship, there are some issues that stand out no matter what. Within a marriage, we refer to these issues in this as “red flags.” Below, we have outlined five of them that should get your attention and have you seriously Read More