Blended families have become increasingly common in Alabama in the past few years. Families where parents are divorcing are bound to face some complex issues and uncertainty, but a family composed of stepsiblings and stepparents usually presents a distinct set of challenges. If you and your spouse in a blended family decide to get divorced, […]
Your marital home is probably one of the largest financial assets in your divorce. Whether you should keep the marital home for your kids during divorce is a critical issue you must address. If the children are too young, you might not want to disrupt their comfort zone during this difficult transitional period. But it […]
While driving a car, something as seemingly harmless as using the radio dial or searching for your favorite song on your in-car music system, can make you take your eyes off the road. This is a form of distracted driving and a leading cause of devastating car accidents in Alabama. A number of research studies […]
When dividing assets during a divorce, the ex-spouses usually focus their attention on the most obvious marital assets, such as the family home, bank accounts, retirement accounts, real estate property, vehicles, and other such assets. Taking this into account, they typically miss out on other less frequently used assets. A seasoned divorce attorney in Alabama […]
Golf carts may travel at slow speeds, but their smaller size and lack of mounted lights sometimes make it harder for other drivers to spot them. This is especially true at nighttime or when the other driver is distracted. Golf cart accidents can cause severe injury depending on the impact. Drivers that act negligently and […]
Unlike cars and trucks, motorcyclists don’t have any protection available in the event of a collision with another vehicle. Accidents involving motorcycles usually result in significant and permanent injury to the motorcyclist. Victims often suffer facial injuries even if they are wearing a helmet, and impact on the nose, mouth, jaw, teeth, and eyes can […]
Divorce is sometimes inevitable and in the best interests of everyone involved, including the children. Organizing your finances, whether you are still living together or contemplating a divorce, is always a wise decision. If you and your spouse have decided to end the marriage, it is time to take all the necessary steps with advice […]
Medical complications following an accident and injury may persist or re-emerge even after the initial treatment is over. You may end up with unexpected medical expenses if you accept a personal injury settlement too soon. You will have a better understanding of your overall medical care expenses, physical therapy, and rehabilitation costs if you wait […]
In the United States, the gig economy is on the rise with at least 16% of Americans using Upwork, Fiverr, or similar platforms to take up a gig. The industry has been growing by almost 33% a year with the biggest source of gigs coming from global companies like Uber, Lyft, and Airbnb. The gig […]
Alabama law allows 20 days for divorcing parents to voluntarily arrive at a decision regarding the physical and legal custody of their children. But this is easier said than done. Decisions regarding child custody and visitation are often emotionally charged and adversely affected by the resentment both parties may share toward each other. A skilled child […]