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My family homestead the property that we live on in February of 1924. Our pond was dug when my grandmother was a young teenager and she is now 83. According to property lines, from about the last third of our pond back to where our fence is located, is technically not part of our land. However the... View More

answered on Jan 10, 2025
Hire an AL attorney to search both adjoining properties' titles. Acquiescence to the ascertainable boundary line (fence and corners) should convey title to you. It is a little different than adverse possession. You will have to file a boundary dispute unless you can get and record a... View More
I am currently being sued for child support for my three sons. My ex-husband gained custody by hiring an attorney and presenting false information in court, while I couldn't defend myself due to unemployment. I am a single mother and the sole provider for my severely disabled son, who requires... View More

answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Alabama, child support calculations typically consider both the income of the parents and the needs of the children. Since your disabled son requires 24/7 care, you may have a valid argument for modifying the child support amount for your other children, especially if your income is limited due... View More
7/26/2012, stating that the Will's they had given us in April, 2006, were old Will's and no longer in effect. She then said in these Will's they still divided everything 50-50, but my 50% they had designated to be put in a DISCRETIONARY SUPPLEMENTAL NEEDS CARE TRUST, which had been... View More

answered on Jan 13, 2025
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Although "Arbitration/Mediation" (the chosen category of your post) can be a general means of dispute resolution, you would be better off reposting under "Probate" and "Estate... View More
Walking from Mississippi to Alabama with dog in cart

answered on Sep 20, 2024
If you're facing trial for receiving stolen property after finding a grocery cart off a business property, it’s important to explain your situation clearly. Start by presenting the facts: you found the cart, used it for a practical purpose (walking your dog), and had no intention to steal.... View More
I am miserable living under the same roof with my spouse. I came clean about being gay, and admitted to an emotional affair - but no intimacy took place. I'm too afraid to leave because he'll say I abandoned my house and belongings. We don't talk, just argue and ignore each other.... View More

answered on Sep 13, 2021
I cannot tell you how much confusion there is out there on the streets with this concept of "abandonment." Once upon a time (not as long ago as you would think but long enough ago that it doesn't bear more than a few words to address) you had to prove cause to get a divorce. There... View More
I have used these and my hair has been coming out by the handfuls. It is so thin on top you can see my scalp.

answered on Jul 7, 2021
Do no t know, however feel free to do a search on google as see as a starting point.

answered on Sep 18, 2020
Only an Alabama attorney is qualified to answer your question, as it involves state law. But it remains open for four weeks. As a GENERAL matter when it comes to basic and elemental terms in statutes, their meanings often tend to be straightforward. If a matter involves the need for high-level of... View More
i have been listed in the decree by full name by the Ex Husband saying his Ex Wife, "my best Friend." is not allowed to have any communication with me what so ever. Is he legally able to do that and/or can i contest the section of the decree that states my name? My friend doesn't... View More

answered on Jun 13, 2018
I would have to see the order before I could comment.
My friend owns her own home. She is not on my deed.

answered on Mar 7, 2018
No, she cannot be held liable for the loan unless she executed a loan with her name on it.....your friend is safe!!
He can't afford the payments now. Can he sell without her consent?

answered on Oct 30, 2017
No. If the house is the homestead she must consent to the sale. Sounds like he needs to file for a divorce. IN that case, the Judge would decide.
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