It happens all too frequently in custody cases: One spouse is dissatisfied with their reduced time spent with the children. They may grouse about it openly or nurse a silent grudge, but their discontent is obvious. What can, or should, you do? You certainly don’t want...
Those arrested for allegedly breaking the law have the right to an attorney to represent them. This is one of the most important rights of those accused of a crime because the legal system is very hard to navigate without professional help. Unfortunately, not all...
Navigating new romantic relationships after a divorce, especially if you have kids and are co-parenting, isn’t easy. There are all kinds of unfamiliar situations and pitfalls that must be considered and diplomatically handled. It might be difficult for you to accept...
Adults in the United States often pride themselves on how busy they are and how much they have to do. It’s imperative for anyone who is going to drive to understand that they need to be well-rested. Fatigued driving can lead to crashes that injure or kill. What most...
If your ex-spouse won custody of your children, and they move to a different state, you might be nervous about a few things. Can they bring up your spousal support or child support order in a court in their new state and get it increased? Can they get a new court to...
Job loss is always a possibility but as COVID-19 has taken a toll on our economy, thousands of people are finding themselves on the unemployment line, suddenly and unexpectedly. Many of those that have managed to keep their jobs during the pandemic are finding their...
The news has been flooded recently with police encounters that have gone bad quickly. It is important to know what you should and should not do if you are stopped by the police. First, if you have been stopped by the police in a public place, know your rights. Know...
Life is not like television and neither is the law. After thousands of episodes of Law and Order, NYPD Blue and CSI, many people think they know the law surrounding Miranda Rights but if you are counting on your interaction with police officers to mirror what you see...
If you or someone you know has been convicted of a crime in Alabama, it is not necessarily the end of the road. You still have the right to appeal the conviction. While we like to think that we live in a country where the justice system is perfect and the right...