Having a criminal record can limit opportunities. Records can impact everything from job prospects to housing applications. However, people may be paying for their past crimes longer than they need to. A process called expungement offers people a chance to build a better future. It allows certain criminal records to be erased from public view. When your record is expunged successfully, you can move forward without Read More
Pedestrian Accidents: Legal Rights and Recovery
Thousands of pedestrian incidents occur annually. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's 2022 report, they stated that there were 6,721 pedestrian fatalities, and there were more than 75,000 injuries. These figures speak to the importance of pedestrian safety and having a cursory understanding of your rights (and what you can do) if you are involved in one. Pedestrian Rights in Read More
What Are Your Miranda Rights?
Understanding your rights during an arrest is crucial, and this knowledge comes into play when you are read your Miranda Rights. We believe in empowering the accused in Alabama with essential information that protects their rights, their futures, and their freedoms. These rights, which you’ve likely heard repeated on cop shows (ideally never in real life), are recited by police to individuals being placed under Read More
Don’t Be Intimated By the CPS Investigation Process
Parents are meant to love and care for their children. It’s one of the biggest commitments we make in life, and when anything gets in the way of that commitment it can be demoralizing. Some parents get intimidated by the process of a Child Protective Services (CPS) investigation. We want to reassure you that this process is just a necessary step to protect your children, even if you are the one who is under Read More
Don’t Underestimate the Potential Dangers of a Slip-and-Fall Accident
People often assume that slipping and falling from a standing height is a minor mishap, something we all experience at some point. But the truth is, slip-and-fall accidents can lead to significant injuries, especially for older individuals or those with previous injuries or conditions. These injuries can be life-altering, and it's crucial not to underestimate their potential impact. We want to explore the reasons Read More
How a Prenuptial Agreement is a Sign of Trust
We understand the long journey love takes to get to your wedding day. It takes a lot of commitment, compassion, and maybe most importantly: trust. So, after you’ve decided to get married in Alabama isn’t a prenuptial agreement (commonly referred to as a prenup) a sign you don’t trust your partner? After all, nobody should be thinking about divorce when they’re about to get married. That’s a common misconception we Read More
Should I Consent to a Police Officer Searching My House or Car?
It can be very disarming when a police officer asks if they have your permission to enter your house or search your car. In Alabama, a police officer needs your permission, a specific warrant or exigent circumstances must be present before searching your vehicle or home. So, when they ask: should you give them your permission? Never Consent to a Search The easy answer here is no. If a police officer does not have a Read More
Am I Going to Jail?
This is one of the most common questions our clients ask us immediately after getting in trouble. Am I going to jail? If you have been arrested recently or are out on bond currently, the threat of jail time is very real. No one wants to spend time locked away in a cell, away from their loved ones, with the potential of it affecting their future prospects permanently. Frankly, the answer is: It depends. It depends Read More
When Can an Alabama Family Court Order Be Modified?
You received your orders from the court. They dictate what your divorce looks like, how child custody and visitation move forward, and what types of child support or alimony are owed. But, what happens when circumstances change? It’s important to understand these orders aren’t final. You have options to improve your situation – whether that means more time with your children or paying less (or being paid more) child Read More
Lies You’re Being Told About the Police
Everyone has a “fun” tip about your rights, the police, and how crimes are solved. Hollywood perpetuates many of these lies, embedding them in tv shows and movies which often result in dangerous misconceptions. A lot of people go into a police interaction armed with misinformation provided to them by their friends or Hollywood, and it can end in your legal situation becoming even more complicated. We believe in the Read More
