Alabama Law

Drugs, Alcohol and Spring Break

Drugs, Alcohol and Spring Break

The problem is a week of binge drinking is unbelievably dangerous. Each year nearly 2,000-college students die from alcohol related incidents. Over Spring Break, the number of arrests for underage drinking skyrockets. Having a substance arrest on your record can be devastating to your future. The good news is prosecutors and judges will generally work with people who have otherwise clean records as long as they are willing to...

How to Get an Uncontested Divorce in the State of Alabama

How to Get an Uncontested Divorce in the State of Alabama

An uncontested divorce is a type of divorce where the spouses can reach an agreement on the terms of the divorce and do not need a trial to make determinations about the division of assets and spousal or child support/custody. Uncontested divorces are less expensive than contested divorces and more move quickly through the courts.

How could federal enforcement of marijuana change drug penalties in Alabama?

How could federal enforcement of marijuana change drug penalties in Alabama?

United States’ incarceration figures are higher than any other country in the world. In 2012 alone, there were 658,000 arrests for marijuana possession. Arresting and incarcerating users necessitates a substantial amount of law enforcement time and manpower, not to mention billions of dollars each year. Many in favor of legalization argue the benefits, citing the possibility of increased tax revenue. Currently, drug enforcement operations are handled largely at the state and local level. Trump has yet to take a hard stance on the matter. In 2015, he was quoted in saying...

Law Enforcement Finally Receives Support From Federal Government Under AG Sessions

Law Enforcement Finally Receives Support From Federal Government Under AG Sessions

There’s been a great deal of media controversy surrounding Trump’s newly appointed attorney general, Jeff Sessions. The controversy is however nothing more than an overblown ploy to distract Americans from real issues and defame the Republican Attorney General.  Jeff Sessions is an honest man, and he will make a great attorney general. Sessions has an impressive background, serving as U.S. Attorney of the Southern District of Alabama under President Ronald Reagan. Before assuming his role as state senator, Sessions also served as attorney general to the state of Alabama. Undoubtedly, Sessions’ experience running a law enforcement agency on the state level will...

Will the Trump Administration Enforce Federal Law Against Marijuana Use In States Where It Is Legal?

Will the Trump Administration Enforce Federal Law Against Marijuana Use In States Where It Is Legal?

As the Trump administration tackles new ground, many wonder how the new President will approach the recent legalization of marijuana in states around the country.  With Colorado and Washington voting to legalize the drug, it seems more and more states are looking to shift in that direction.  There is certainly a great deal of buzz surrounding legalization, but does that mean it’s the right course of action? As the Trump administration moves forward, they must find the right balance between a lack of action and government overreach.

How Social Media Can Make Your Business Grow!

How Social Media Can Make Your Business Grow!

Many businesses fail to realize the extent to which social media can help their business grow. In 2016, Facebook had 1.86 billion monthly active users , making it undoubtedly the most popular smartphone social media app. If your business doesn’t have a Facebook page, you’re missing out on a crucial marketing opportunity. LinkedIn is another powerful source. In 2015 Forbes... 

Alternative Route To Success: Skilled Labor Jobs Needed

Alternative Route To Success: Skilled Labor Jobs Needed

It has become a common sentiment in our society that everyone should go to college. While I don’t want to discount the benefits of a four-year university, I’d like to speak directly to the astoundingly overlooked and undervalued alternative. There is a substantial and growing demand in the United States for more skilled workers. Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs is one of the most prominent and outspoken proponents for these vocations. According to Rowe, there are 3 million...