The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees everyone certain rights in the face of arrests and searches and seizures. As per the Fourth Amendment, probable cause must be demonstrated before law enforcement officials can make an arrest, receive a warrant...
Getting a divorce is never easy, particularly if you and your spouse have acquired many high-value assets over the years. As you begin the divorce process and start determining who should get what in the divorce, it is important to have a basic understanding of how...
Those seeking to know whether a postnuptial agreement is appropriate likely already know about postnuptial agreements. However, for those that do not know, postnuptial agreements are exactly what they sound like, an agreement entered into after a marriage by the...
If you have children, resolving your custody battle could be one of the most difficult parts of your divorce. Likely, you and your spouse disagree about what an ideal custody arrangement looks likes. Achieving consensus can be challenging, and you two may have reached...
Former University of Alabama Linebacker Rowdy Harrell and his wife Blakley were recently married and honeymooning on the island of Lower Matecumbe Key. While driving on the island, their Toyota Corolla was struck by a Ford pick-up truck on Highway 1. The driver of the...
Motor vehicle accident often happen when a person stops paying attention to their driving and allows distractions to take control of their focus. Alabama residents may have seen other drivers looking at their phones, checking maps, or even eating meals while operating...
If you read or hear a lot of news stories about someone who has been charged with possession of illegal drugs, pay attention to where the arrest happened. Quite often, the arrest happens after a traffic stop. A familiar story involves a police officer who pulls over a...
Each year, thousands of motor vehicle accidents are caused by negligent drivers. As the victim of a car accident in Alabama, you may be struggling to pay medical bills, while being unable to work and support your family. Filing a negligence claim against the negligent...
After another long work week, there is nothing quite like heading to the bar with some friends. Socialization and a few drinks can help relieve the week’s stress. On the way home, red and blue lights flash from behind — you are getting pulled over again. One shaky...
