People thinking about divorce often have very little information about the process. What they know may come from movies or books. Unfortunately, given the differences in laws in every state, what people have read or seen about divorce may not apply in their case. The laws in Alabama are different than the laws in Kentucky.
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Why filing for bankruptcy may be a good idea in 2025
Financial struggles can feel overwhelming, but bankruptcy offers individuals and families a legal pathway to regain control over their finances and start fresh. If you’re facing mounting debts in 2025, filing for bankruptcy may prove to be a valuable strategic decision that will allow you to more effectively protect your assets, stop creditor harassment and…
When can the police search my car at a traffic stop?
Getting pulled over by the police can be a confusing and overwhelming experience even if you do not believe you have done anything wrong. Police officers in Alabama cannot pull a car over without reasonable suspicion.
The reasonable suspicion standard is low. If a police officer sees you roll through a stop sign, fail to…
Understanding the Controlled Substance Act
Many drugs can be bought at any convenience or drug store. However, many other drugs are only obtainable with prescriptions or available to people who require intensive care or suffer from serious medical conditions. The Controlled Substance Act (CSA) helps to regulate the use and distribution of substances. In other words, the CSA can determine…
3 categories for driving distractions
There are several ways to categorize driving distractions. If you consider specific examples, the list is extensive: Texting while driving, eating behind the wheel, talking to passengers, using a GPS, listening to music and much more.
However, it’s often easier to examine the three overall categories of distractions as designated by the Centers for Disease…
When is trespassing a crime in Alabama?
Visiting a friend or family member can be enjoyable, especially when you intend to have fun and bond as a guest. However, it can be the opposite if no one invites you over, which could be trespassing. The risks associated with being an uninvited guest can go up, depending on the area you enter and…
Filing for bankruptcy doesn’t mean wiping out all debt
Bankruptcy can provide some much-needed relief from overwhelming financial obligations. However, it does not necessarily mean you will be free from all debts. The goal is to give you a fresh start, but certain debts stick around even after completing the process.
Knowing what bankruptcy can and cannot do is crucial as you consider your…
4 ways to get the most financial resources out of your divorce
There’s no question that divorce is a financial transaction. You and your spouse will have to figure out how to divide marital assets, unless you want a judge to decide for you, and alimony and child support could also be on the line. Although you might want to get your divorce over with as quickly…
Are the police allowed to search your phone?
An emerging issue over the last few decades has been the presence of evidence on people’s phones. Since the invention of the smartphone, people have begun using their phones for far more than they did in the past. A modern smartphone could contain evidence in the form of pictures, videos, social media posts, email messages,…
Is it rude to tell a motor vehicle passenger to be quiet?
Many people take offense if someone tells them to be quiet or stop talking. Or they get annoyed if someone stops listening halfway through a conversation with them.
While that is understandable, sometimes there are good reasons behind a person wanting to end that conversation. One is if they are driving.
Sometimes talking is not…