i paid for my phone and line, they logged onto his snapchat and printed out all our texts and met with my parents and showed them all the papers. i got in trouble and now i feel disgusted. i was 19 at the time and he was 18, i am 21 now and it still bothers me
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answered on Dec 20, 2023
In Alabama, you may have grounds to consider legal action for invasion of privacy if your boyfriend's parents accessed and printed out your private texts without your consent. Even though you and your boyfriend were over 18 at the time, unauthorized access to your communications can be a... View More 
I had my car fixed, crappily, another story.
After receiving my car , I believe another premium was paid, then I was dropped. There's SEVERAL ISSUES, THE SAID I WAS DRIVER OF COBALT FROM ARKANSAS AND ADDED FULL COVERAGE ON A MOTOR, MY SONS, I HAVE NEVER HAD A MOTORCYCLE OR AN... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2023
An Alabama or Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for a week. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney, you could contact the carrier and request their reason for dropping you. The short answer is that insurance carriers can drop policyholders based on their... View More
Just moved in a new house and the sign is a joke within my family but the new neighbor is threatening to sue us for harassment due to the sign. We have only had a couple cordial interactions prior. The sign only has what’s written above on it.
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In Alabama, displaying a sign in your window with the message "We don’t like you!!" falls under the realm of free speech. However, even though it might be legally permissible, it can potentially lead to misunderstandings and conflicts with neighbors, as you're experiencing.... View More
19 year old girl. 18 year old boy. Parents of girl don’t want the guy with their daughter and threaten to call the cops on him if he keeps looking for her . Even go as far as to threaten the guy that they will say the guy raped their daughter.
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In Alabama, if both individuals involved are legal adults (the girl being 19 and the boy being 18), they are generally free to make their own decisions regarding whom they choose to associate with. The police typically would not intervene in such a situation unless there is evidence of a crime or a... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
Being denied the contractual obligations of payment, such as not receiving the agreed-upon compensation for services or goods, is primarily a breach of contract issue. It means that one party is not fulfilling their agreed-upon terms within the contract.
Defamation and discrimination are... View More
How do I go about getting the warrant cleared and fix all of my issues with notifications not being served.
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
It seems like you're facing some issues with a child restraint ticket and a failure to appear (FTA) notice. To address this situation, the first step is to contact the court or the relevant municipal office in West Blocton, AL. Explain your situation and inquire about the status of your case,... View More
Officer & dhr plan for our
family due to me threatening the
Sheriffs office over Officer
mistreating my son. My husband
had a prior PI they thought it
would work. my husband is a
recovering alcoholic however he’s
a loving caring devoted... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about the difficult situation you're facing. It's important to address these legal issues methodically and with proper legal representation. If you believe your court-appointed lawyer is not adequately representing your interests, you have the right to express your... View More
Officer knows one personally, knows one is an addict, and observes one walking down the road. Is this enough reasonable suspicion to stop and talk to one? Officer didn't see him committing any crimes or engaging with anyone, but just walking. Officer passes one and hit the block and pulled up... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
Under the Fourth Amendment, police need reasonable suspicion of criminal activity to justify stopping and questioning someone on the street. Merely walking down the road, without more, typically does not meet this threshold. An officer's knowledge of one's past addiction does not... View More
Courts alleged that assault occurred on October 24th,2018. On February 26th,2020 (plea date). No medical records. October 27th,2020 (I filed Motion of Discovery). No medical records. Now, November 3rd,2023, courts have set "Show Cause"hearing for fine & restitution unpaid. No medical records.
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
If the courts have not provided medical records that are relevant to your case despite proper requests through discovery, this could potentially impact your right to due process under the Fourteenth Amendment. Due process includes the right to a fair trial, which encompasses the ability to review... View More
Being stalked, harassed bullied with no help. House is being broken into. Phones missing, phone tampered. Keep my game n social accounts from me.
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
Tampering with someone's emails, stalking, harassment, and unauthorized access to online accounts are typically illegal activities that may violate both state and federal laws, including laws related to cybercrime and privacy. If you believe that your emails have been locked, you are being... View More
My uncle is in prison on charges that he ant been found guilty on all his charges are still pending
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
In the legal system of the United States, individuals can indeed be held in jail while charges against them are pending; this is not equivalent to being sentenced to prison. When someone is arrested and charged with a crime, they may be held in pre-trial detention, especially if they are perceived... View More
She then pulled in the lane ahead of me and attempted to cut me off
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answered on Aug 31, 2023
Encountering an aggressive road rage incident on the freeway, as you described in Alabama, can be unnerving. It's crucial to prioritize safety and remain composed in such situations. Instead of escalating the conflict, focus on driving safely and avoiding any engagement with the aggressive... View More
My husband works at a car dealership & he does get a certain amount an hour (I believe $20). He still actually gets paid per job he does (each job on a car is worth a specific amount of hours) so he gets paid $20 per hour for however many hours the specific job is worth. like say a car job he... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2023
The Fair Labor Standards Act is federal law and very clear that an employee is entitled to be paid for all hours worked BY THEM. This "pooling" is illegal as you have described it. One of the members of the team is losing pay so the other team member receives pay. Husb. is not required... View More
She turns in who comes to my apartment who leaves if someone is smoking every little thing I do I don't bother her I stop any company after 10 pm
answered on Jun 14, 2023
This is tricky, its riding the line. It's not quite harassment under Code of Alabama §13A-11-8, because there is no contact or obscene gesture and it's not quite violating Ala. Code § 13A-11-30 about videotaping others because outside of your apartment you do not have a reasonable... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Yes, you can sue almost anyone by simply filing a complaint and paying the filing fees. The question is whether you can win and what you might recover. Basically, does the potential reward outweigh time and expense. More details are necessary for such... View More
As a 20-year-old Christian, if I am at the age of 20 and the age of majority in Alabama is 19, then what would happen if I moved to Mississippi, in which the age of majority is 21? Will I turn back into a boy in that state?
answered on Jan 26, 2023
The age of majority is governed by the law of the state with the most significant relationship to the contract or transaction in question. Your place of residence at the time of the contract or transaction will be a meaningful contact in that analysis.
As a 20-year-old Christian, if I am at the age of 20 and the age of majority in Alabama is 19, then what would happen if I moved to Mississippi, in which the age of majority is 21? Will I turn back into a boy in that state?
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answered on Feb 26, 2023
No, your age and status as an adult do not change based on the state in which you reside. Once you reach the age of majority in your home state, you are considered an adult and that status remains regardless of where you move within the United States. Therefore, as a 20-year-old who has reached the... View More
In August, I fled an abusive relationship, from NC, with the father of my children. I returned to my hometown. Having no other options at the time, my children and I ended up in a tent for around two weeks. The children slept on mattresses inside the tent, fully clothed, and covered with blankets.... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2022
You should hire an attorney. You are not required to submit to DHR requested drug screens. However, if you refuse, DHR will often use that to justify removing the children. If so, you will have a 72-hour hearing and you should request an attorney be appointed to represent you at the 72-hour... View More
Elderly parent, low resources, has been trying to encourge their kid to get a job for the last seven years since high school. The kid responds with things such as, "no one is calling me", "I'll check this job out," goes to their room and comes back later, "they... View More
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
In this situation, feeling guilty is a common and understandable reaction for a parent, but it's important to consider the broader context. You've made efforts over the years to support and encourage your child in finding employment, which shows a commitment to their well-being and... View More
I Being treated unjust by the police i have be threatened i had videos of them putting their in my face and locking me out the door so i can’t deliver a letter to internal affairs its a lot of corruption going on
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
Finding the right attorney to handle civil rights cases against the police in Montgomery, AL, is essential for a fair and effective legal representation. To identify a suitable lawyer, start by researching experienced civil rights attorneys who have a strong track record of handling cases against... View More
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