If you have been convicted of a crime, it’s possible to end up with some type of probation that you need to live with for some time. This probation could be in place of jail time, or for a period of time after you are released from jail. Either way, it is absolutely essential that you follow the terms of your probation precisely to avoid further legal problems or even (additional) incarceration. Unfortunately, even Read More

A breathalyzer is a tool that police officers use to measure how much alcohol you have in your system. It works by having you blow into the machine, which will then measure the amount of alcohol on your breath, which is then translated to your blood alcohol content, or BAC. If you are at or above 0.08% BAC in Alabama, you will be charged with drunk driving or a similar violation. While the breathalyzer is a commonly Read More

If you are going through a divorce or have a child outside of wedlock, determining the custody arrangement for the child is very important. In Alabama, the courts will work with the parents to determine how the division of child custody will work in any particular case. The main goal of the courts is to provide for the best interests of the children involved, but each individual judge has a lot of leeway in making Read More

When visiting the doctor’s office or hospital, we put our trust in the hands of the doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals. In many cases, we are in a very vulnerable situation due to an injury or illness and are relying on the medical professionals to provide the necessary care so we can fully recover. While the medical professionals do an excellent job in the vast majority of cases, there are times when Read More

If you have experienced an injury while on someone else’s property, you will need to have a good understanding of the premises liability laws in Alabama. These are the laws that explain what responsibilities a property owner has to maintain their premises so that it is safe for everyone who comes onto the property. These laws can apply to individual property owners, businesses that own or operate on a property, or Read More

When going through a divorce, there are many options for how you can proceed. One of the most important is going to be whether you get a contested or an uncontested divorce. While this won’t be entirely up to you, it is important to understand the differences between these two options so you can prepare for whatever comes your way. Understanding a Contested Divorce in Alabama A contested divorce in Alabama is Read More

When a couple goes through a divorce, it is a very traumatic experience. It is important to keep in mind, however, that it is a painful event for everyone in the family, not just the couple who ended the marriage. When parents get a divorce, just about every aspect of their kid's lives will also be impacted. What’s worse is that they typically feel like they have no control over the situation, which can make it hard Read More

Getting into a car accident is a frightening experience. If you or a loved gets into an auto accident, it is important to take the right steps in order to protect your legal rights. Of course, the first thing that should be done is get whatever medical treatment is necessary for yourself, your passengers, and anyone who is in the other vehicles. Once you have confirmed that everyone is physically ok, start walking Read More

When you file a claim with your insurance company, they may want to investigate what happened before they make any sort of payment. They do this to help reduce the risk of insurance fraud and to lower the amount they have to pay out. Their investigation is performed by someone known as an insurance adjuster who will come out and talk with you about what happened and look at the damage that is involved with the claim. Read More

Going through a divorce is a stressful experience. While you may not be able to avoid the added stress that comes with a divorce, there are a variety of things you can do to reduce the overall stress levels in your life and put your mind and body in a position to deal with existing stress in a healthy way. The following are five proven ways to reduce the stress in your life while going through a divorce. Start (or Read More