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When the police take you into custody, you’re likely going to be under a lot of stress. In those moments, it can be easy to accidentally say something that the prosecutor can use against you later in your trial. That’s why it’s essential to know when not to speak, and...
Summer can cause custody issues, especially for single parents who have to work. You and your ex-spouse may already have plans in place for the school year, but summer is more difficult. Your child may not be old enough to stay home alone, and neither you nor your ex...
Moving into a brand new home is a feeling like no other. You don't have to worry about finding anything weird or creepy up in the attic, and there won't be filth or germs left behind by previous occupants. You have a blank slate in which to create your ideal family...
Almost every parent is entitled to child custody either at the time of birth or upon establishing paternity. There's no guarantee that you will retain custody forever, though. Understanding the situations that can put your custodial rights in jeopardy is important....
Some areas of law that govern transactions and disputes arguably address a relatively narrow practice niche and quite specific concerns. Family law is not one of those realms. In fact, the family law universe in Alabama and nationally is a sprawling and often...
You pay your insurance company money each year in exchange for peace of mind. You would likely expect them to honor their promise and pay you without complaint if you filed a claim. Yet, this doesn't always happen. Sometimes an insurer acts in bad faith. Insurers know...
When people in Alabama decide to divorce, they may prepare for a lengthy and difficult process. Many couples decide to end their marriages after long periods of fighting and miscommunication, while others may do so after a serious breach of trust like infidelity or...
Courts in Alabama and across the U.S. are admitting unreliable psychological and IQ tests into evidence in court, according to a new study. Experts say the use of such tests can unfairly influence judges or juries in a variety of court cases. For the study, which was...
When thinking of divorce, the usual image that comes to mind is that of a neglected, middle-aged woman being cast aside in favor of a younger model by her philandering husband. However, the reality is usually different. In over 70% of divorces, women are the ones...
Alabama parents who get a divorce must still deal with co-parenting issues. This can be challenging when parents are missing important moments in their children's lives or struggling to communicate, but it is possible to build a functioning co-parenting relationship...
