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Advice For Stay-At-Home Moms During a Divorce
/in family law /by Smith Law FirmA majority of stay-at-home moms and dads are individuals who have given up careers to dedicate their daily lives to their children and families. In doing so, they not just make sure to provide healthy meals and clean clothes for their kids, but also provide critical support for the career growth of their spouses. The […]
When Can Mediation Be Used in a Personal Injury Claim?
/in Personal Injury /by Smith Law FirmFor a long time now, the US legal system has been trying to gravitate more towards a civil court system that consumes less time, is cost-effective, and is not as blatantly adversarial as the current system that handles the resolution of personal injury cases. As a result, different types of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms have […]
What Happens to Your Retirement Account During a Divorce?
/in divorce /by Smith Law FirmDivorce typically brings with it emotional distress, often accompanied by financial battles over splitting up assets, such as the marital home, real estate, and investments. Retirement accounts and pension plans are critical assets, much fought over in divorce proceedings, especially where a dependent spouse without any savings is involved. Retirement plans being the vehicles for […]
How a Pending Divorce Can Affect Your Personal Injury Case?
/in divorce, Personal Injury /by Smith Law FirmWhile divorce can be arduous and stressful by itself, a pending personal injury case can add to your woes. If you stand to recover personal injury damages in the midst of a divorce, you may be right in wondering how much of it is yours and how much would you need to split with your […]
Technology That Can Help You Avoid a Car Accident
/in car accident /by Smith Law FirmTechnology has become ubiquitous and indispensable in each and every sphere of our lives. There is no part of our lives left untouched by technology as it constantly strives to make things easier and safer for us on a daily basis. The automobile industry has always been among the first mover in adopting and implementing […]
Can Social Media Posts Affect My Personal Injury Case?
/in Personal Injury /by Smith Law FirmOne of the questions that personal injury victims in Alabama often ask their lawyers is whether their social media posts can affect their claim. The short answer is an emphatic yes! In fact, what you post on your social media accounts can have an impact on the amount of compensation you can receive from the […]
Can I Relocate My Kids Out of State During Divorce Proceedings?
/in divorce /by Smith Law FirmIf you are a custodial parent who wants to move out of Alabama with your kids, you might be wondering whether you are allowed to do so. The answer is – yes, you can do so, as long as you have the consent of the non-custodial parent or the approval of the court. Alabama Law […]
What Are the Most Common Causes of Head-On Collisions?
/in car accident /by Smith Law FirmWhile a majority of the accidents that occur on our roads are minor in nature, the result of head-on vehicle collisions at a high speed can be disastrous. Victims of head-on collisions may end up with catastrophic injuries, often facing excessive medical bills and loss of earnings while they struggle to recover. Although head-on collisions […]
How Are Pain & Suffering Damages Calculated in a Personal Injury Case?
/in Personal Injury /by Smith Law FirmWhen someone’s negligence causes an accident, it usually leads to injuries, property damage, and pain and suffering for the victim. The law recognizes a victim’s right to seek and recover financial damages from the negligent individual or entity by filing a personal injury lawsuit in court. In such personal injury settlements or lawsuits, it is […]
What Kind of Evidence Is Used in a Car Accident Case?
/in car accident /by Smith Law FirmIf you are planning to file a car accident claim in Alabama, it’s vital to know what kind of evidence you need to present in order to substantiate your claim and establish the fault of the other party. The more evidence you can present in support of your claim, the better are your chances of […]