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2025-07-14Is a Child Abducted When a Parent Flees the State Before Divorce is Filed?

Find out how Alabama courts define child abduction when a parent relocates with a child before divorce is filed. This article examines the recent Stanford v. Anaya decision and explains what counts as wrongful removal or retention under Alabama law.
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2025-07-11Adams v. Atkinson: How the Alabama Supreme Court Reviews Contracts

Learn how the Alabama Supreme Court interprets contract language in Adams v. Atkinson, focusing on the legal meaning of "hold harmless" versus "indemnify." This decision provides guidance for resolving contract disputes and clarifies how courts approach ambiguous terms.
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2025-07-09Parole In Alabama: How the Proposed Parole Guidelines May Affect You

Learn how Alabama’s proposed parole guidelines may impact parole hearings and pardon rates. This article explains the new scoring system, what it means for inmates and their families, and how it could affect your loved one’s chance for early release.
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2025-07-07United States v. Zayas: The Bank Secrecy Act

Explore the United States v. Zayas decision and learn how structuring financial transactions to evade the Bank Secrecy Act’s $10,000 reporting threshold can lead to federal criminal charges. Understand the standards courts use to determine willful evasion under this law.
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2025-07-04Can You Go to Jail for Not Paying Child Support?

Find out if you can go to jail for not paying child support in Alabama. Learn how contempt of court works, what jail time may result, and what recent court cases reveal about your legal risks when child support payments are missed.
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2025-07-02J.M.M v. State: When Life in Prison is Deserved

Discover why the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals upheld life sentences for aggravated child abuse in the case of J.M.M. v. State. Learn how courts determine when the maximum penalty is appropriate for child abuse cases involving serious physical injury.
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2025-06-30What is and What Is not First-Degree Assault

Learn what legally qualifies as first-degree assault in Alabama, and what does not, based on recent appellate court decisions. This article explains the key elements of first-degree assault and why not all injuries involving weapons meet the legal standard for serious physical injury.
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2025-06-27Whistleblower Lawsuits: How You Can Be a Hero & Make Millions

Discover how whistleblowers can expose government fraud under the False Claims Act and potentially earn millions in rewards. Learn your rights, legal options, and how to take action today.
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2025-06-25Mulkey v. State: Appealing the Death Penalty

Learn how Alabama appellate courts review death penalty cases and plain error claims. Mulkey v. State shows how appellate safeguards protect defendants’ rights in capital murder appeals.
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2025-06-23Pig-Butchering: A Modern Bank Robbery

Discover how a sophisticated "pig butchering" scam orchestrated by a Malaysian crime syndicate led to a $65 million digital heist. Learn about legal remedies, victim rights, and landmark court cases offering hope for recovering stolen cryptocurrency.
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2025-06-20Sex Offender Restrictions: Can They Be Unconstitutional

The Eleventh Circuit ruled a key Alabama sex offender statute unconstitutional, affirming a father’s right to live with his child. Learn how criminal appeals can protect your rights.
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2025-06-18Juvenile Justice? The case of K.A v. State of Alabama

A look into Alabama’s juvenile justice system through the case of K.A.—examining Miranda rights, sentencing, and the court’s duty to balance justice and rehabilitation.
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