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Most people have heard that about 50% of marriages end in divorce. Though, recent studies show that number is actually closer to 40%. So, while they may not be as common as they were in recent memory, divorces are still fairly common. On average, they cost about...
When that negligent driver struck your vehicle, your whole life changed. You may have suffered extensive injuries that required a long stay in the hospital. Even after the hospital released you, you might have had long-term or even permanent disabilities because of...
Fights and arguments can quickly escalate, especially when alcohol and crowded settings are involved. Cooler heads seldom prevail under these conditions. And, while a shooting at a saloon may sound like the beginning of a western movie, it actually happened here on...
Most Alabama couples think that what is good for the parents is also good for their children. However, research shows that divorce negatively affects children. Here's how. Anger and irritability When parents divorce, their children are met with a new circumstance that...
One of the most devastating injuries a person in Alabama could suffer in a car crash is a spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injuries can turn your world upside down, especially if it leads to partial or full paralysis. Simply recovering from a spinal cord can be a...
Spouses undergoing divorce often focus on custody and support issues. But property division can have long-term consequences for your financial well-being. Untangling and addressing the ownership of assets may be complicated and have important family law consequences....
Child support is an important part of many Alabama divorces. It is imperative that the courts understand how children affected by divorce will be financially supported by their parents. Child support matters can be worked out by the agreement of the divorcing parties...
When an Alabama driver is accused of driving under the influence, there will be inevitable fear as to what the future might hold. A conviction can be problematic in various ways with the possibility of fines, jail time, a driver license suspension and the requirement...
Smartphones contribute many positive things, thanks to their ability to run numerous helpful apps while allowing people to stay in the communications loop. Where someone uses smartphones will factor into their value. Calling someone or texting while driving on an...
Field sobriety tests are physical challenges that drivers may be asked to perform if they are suspected of driving drunk on Alabama roads. These tests presumably assess the balance, coordination, and focus of selected drivers. If drivers do not perform well on these...