How do you know what is a good settlement amount for emotional distress?

All very good questions. Personal injury lawyers evaluate cases every day. We have access to tools, such as jury verdict reports. There are a...

I am a recently convicted sex offender. I have to move from my current resident (parent's house) since it's non-compliant.

Alabama's Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act is one of the toughest in the country. It is important than you strictly comply with the...

Nephew was charged with drug possession & is in jail. Has a warrant for probation violation in another county. What happens now

While on probation, a defendant is in a rather compromised position. If the judge that sentenced him on the split is reasonably satisfied that he...

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What are the laws regarding vandelizing a vehicle in Alabama?

I would advise sitting down to speak with an attorney before your son makes any statement to police.

Trying to get a neighbor a job; got her info; was expecting to be out of court before I submitted it; now criminal impersonation

I handle both civil and criminal cases. I would be happy to talk with you, without cost or obligation.

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I'm a 22 yr m type 1 diabetes/10 years. Arrested in pkd car on college campus w/motor running in fraternity parking lot w/0.16

In Alabama, it is illegal to drive or be "in actual physical control" of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. The police will...

Some judges allow consecutive weekends in jail. Some will not, as it creates additional work for jail staff. It might be well-advised to speak...

My firm regularly handles cases in the Hoover Municipal Court. I am confident that we can protect your daughter's criminal record. Please feel to...

What's going to happen to me? Please help.

I agree with Mr. Yaghmai. Avvo is a terrific forum for help with many legal matters, but this is not the place to discuss such a matter. I would...

Person crashed onto stopped dump truck on hwy

Leaving the scene of an accident with injuries is a Class C felony in Alabama, punishable by a year and a day to 10 years in prison. Your friend...