I'm in Alabama and was arrested. The vehicle i.was riding as a passenger in with my boyfriend was pulled over by the police. They start yelling over the PA or something from driver to put his hands out the window and make some back up out towards them. I'm going to do the same thing for... View More 
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
Based on the information you provided, there are a few potential issues with the actions of the police officers during your arrest. However, whether your rights were violated would depend on additional details and the specific circumstances of the situation.
1. Probable Cause: The police... View More
I went in to refinance my 2006 Ford Mustang, but they put down a 2012 Ford Edge instead on the contract. Would I legally still have to pay on the loan?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
If you signed a contract with incorrect information, such as the wrong vehicle model and year, it is important to address this issue as soon as possible with the lienholder or leasing company. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Contact the lienholder: Reach out to the lienholder or... View More
The person that has the lenders deed has not paid any of the agreed payments for years. Now this individual is rumored to want to sell this property and my mother does not want to get involved in disputing this sell. So I want to know what needs to be done for her to transfer the power of... View More
Upon the death of the trustee I received stock shares in a privately owned corporation. Do I get a step up in basis for stock valuation?
The other stock was that was owned outright by my father was designated to go into a new trust. Does the trust get a step up on basis for stock valuation?... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
When you receive stock from a trust, the tax implications can vary depending on the specific circumstances. Here's a general overview, but please note that it's always best to consult with a tax professional for personalized advice.
1. Step-up in basis for inherited stock outside... View More
I have no transportation or a way to get there. I also have no one to take it down there for me.
answered on Apr 29, 2024
An Alabama attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for three weeks. In many regions, motor vehicle departments accept surrender of license plates by mail. It could be worth checking with your local state office if they offer this. Good luck
My wife and I have wills, but we want to allow my father in law to continue to live here until his death, then to pass to my children. We need to protect him if we proceed him. Executor will be my brother. We have mortgages and rental properties. Do we put this in a trust?
We have no legal custody agreement just have verbalized it. Our kids are 10 and 12. He says i have No say in where he moves cause he makes more money than I do. We do 50/50 . During school year they stay with him and come to my house every other weekend. But summer and school holidays they... View More
My husband has two children who just turned 9 (boy and girl)and I have a son that is about to be 11. Occasionally the kids want to sleep with us. I have allowed it but the deal is the birth parent sleeps next to them as I don’t feel it’s appropriate to sleep with a child that isn’t... View More
Drug possession criminal mischief
answered on Apr 9, 2024
It depends on whether the judge was the defendant's attorney in the same case or in a "substantially related matter."
answered on Apr 9, 2024
A will must be probated within five years in Alabama, or cannot be probated at all; you would then have to open the estate as if there had been no will. Also, if you don't get the estate open and moving, heirs might die and debtors might file for bankruptcy. If the people actually nominated... View More
She was negligent in bed but knèw what was happening in her home
answered on Apr 18, 2024
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Without knowing more details about your matter, homeowner policies have specific guidelines for what they cover and what they exclude in terms of property losses. Good luck
Probate has been opened and I’m the personal representative. My sibling took my moms car without my knowledge and won’t bring it back so that it can be sold. What are my options? Can I go and get the car? Can I withhold any money distribution until it’s brought back?
answered on Apr 12, 2024
That vehicle, if titled solely in the name of the decedent, is the estate's property. If you are personal representative, you are responsible to the estate, the court, the creditors, and the heirs to reclaim lost property. When there is no will, your duty to and supervision by the probate... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
I understand that you feel you have been wronged and are considering legal action. Suing someone is a serious decision that requires careful consideration. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Document everything: Keep detailed records of all interactions, agreements, payments, and... View More
If someone's probation was violated for catching certain charges and he was told in a quart of all that his probation was being violated because of those charges and had papers showing the charges on there as the exact reason why they're sending them back to prison and years later when he... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2024
In the United States, the Double Jeopardy Clause of the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects individuals from being prosecuted or punished twice for the same offense. This protection applies to all states, including Alabama, through the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause.... View More
If pulled over on vacation get possession of Marijuana 2nd degree in Alabama. Do you have to go back for court date or can it be settled without going to court? Is a lawyer necessary in this instance as it's a misdemeanor?
I'm in a situation where I want to move to flordia with my boyfriend and his biological dad but my parents are very against it. I need to know if they can legally stop me from going. I'm 18 but not yet 19 which in Alabama is the age of majority. But what's the difference? What can a... View More
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answered on Apr 3, 2024
In Alabama, there are a few key differences between 18-year-olds and 19-year-olds in terms of legal rights and responsibilities:
1. Age of majority: In Alabama, the age of majority is 19. This means that at 19, you are considered an adult for most legal purposes, whereas at 18, you are... View More
Last month my landlord made a suggestive comment after I informed him that my accounts were hacked and he would have to come back on the 20th for rent. About a week or so later his wife contacted me while I was at work 5 times back to back then sent a message asking for me to call her asap. I... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
The likelihood of winning a tenant-landlord case in Alabama, as in any legal matter, largely depends on the specifics of the situation and the evidence available. In your case, the key factors would include the original terms of your lease, any proof of payments you made, and documentation of all... View More
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