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Drivers go through red lights if they are distracted, in a rush, have faulty judgment, are speeding, are impaired by alcohol or drugs or mistakenly assume it’s fine to drive right through. They probably realize it is against the law and poses a significant risk of...
In all criminal prosecutions, attorneys for the state do their best to persuade the judge and jury that their witness’s testimony should be given more weight than the defense’s witnesses, and therefore conviction is appropriate. Sure, in many cases there’s physical...
When considering accidents that lead to severe injuries, slips and falls might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, the truth of the matter is that slip-and-fall accidents are among the leading causes of accidental death and injury in the U.S. What...
Ending a relationship when you share a child isn’t as easy as just gathering your belongings and walking away. Instead, you have to determine how both parents can still remain involved in the child’s life. There are several things that you and your ex can do to...
A quick look at fatal accident statistics tells you that teenagers are involved in a disproportionate amount of these crashes. This is the reason that they are often considered dangerous drivers and why they have such high insurance premiums. So why isn't more being...
The “war on drugs” in this country has been going on for years, and there’s no sign that anything is getting better. The names of the drugs on the market may change, but the problem remains the same. Currently, the opioid crisis -- and the resulting backlash against...
Anyone who is accused of driving under the influence in Alabama will have legitimate concerns about their future. In addition to the legal penalties they will face including jail time and fines, there are other challenges that could hinder their lives. A driver...
You want to get a divorce, but there’s a catch: You don’t really have a solid reason. You simply feel like you and your spouse have drifted apart over time. You’re no longer in love. They didn’t cheat on you or do anything else to force the end of the marriage, but...
You had to pay for insurance before you could even officially register your first vehicle in your name. If you are like most drivers in Alabama, you have continually carried coverage on your vehicle ever since you got it or obtained your license. It's natural to...
Convenience stores are attractive targets for potential criminals bent on adding some cash to their pockets and possibly relieving the store of some of is merchandise. Two robberies on Saturday evening, September 12, 2021, demonstrate the pattern of such crimes. The...