Author: Hernandez & Associates Law Firm
UNDERSTANDING ADVANCE MEDICAL DIRECTIVES IN ALABAMA
No one likes to imagine themselves being struck down by an accident or sudden medical condition. But the reality is that, if it happens and you become incapacitated, medical decision could be made that you would not agree with. The answer to this problem is an advance directive. WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF AN ADVANCE…
DO YOU KNOW HOW DEBT WILL BE HANDLED DURING YOUR DIVORCE?
There are a lot of aspects to a divorce. You’ll need to deal with property division, child custody, child support, and alimony, any of which can have a tremendous impact on your future. While you certainly need to take a holistic approach to these matters, you also can’t overlook the importance of how marital debts are divided…
WHY FIGHTING FOR AN APPEAL IS WORTH IT
There are a variety of benefits of appealing a negative outcome in court. For that reason, litigants who wish to appeal should be familiar with what that process looks like and the potential benefits of appealing an unfavorable decision. NOT A NEW TRIAL It is important to understand what an appeal is. An appeal is not a…
CAN YOU SUPPRESS THE PROSECUTION’S EVIDENCE IN YOUR CASE?
Prosecutors oftentimes don’t bring criminal charges unless they’re confident that they have a good chance of obtaining a conviction. That can be intimidating for those who have been accused of a criminal offense. After all, in many instances it may seem like the evidence is stacked against the defendant, leaving him or her with no…
THE RIGHT APPROACH TO FAMILY LAW ISSUES IN ALABAMA
When Alabama residents find themselves in the midst of a family law case, the emotions can run high. Sometimes, the emotions are positive, such as in successful adoption cases. More often than not, however, the emotions provoked by a family law case can range from bitterness to resentment, disappointment to anger – and everything in…
CAN I USE JOINT OWNERSHIP INSTEAD OF A POA?
For some of us, our parents have told us that we have a power of attorney for our parents that become effective if they become incapacitated or die. Indeed, a POA is a needed estate planning document for everyone, especially as it relates to medical decisions and care, should one become incapacitated. However, recently, some…
WHEN CAN PEOPLE BE CHARGED WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE DRUGS
There are many different reasons that people take drugs in Alabama. Much of the time people who take drugs are doing so legally though. People are prescribed drugs for various injuries or illnesses that they suffer. As long as people take the drugs pursuant to a valid prescription there is nothing wrong with it and…
HOW CAN SELF-DEFENSE FACTOR IN WITH CRIMINAL CHARGES IN ALABAMA?
In Alabama, being charged with a crime will undoubtedly lead to fear and concern as to what the future might hold. A conviction for any crime will have ramifications, but if it is a violent crime like assault, there might be an extended incarceration, significant fines and long-term problems. Even after the person completes a…
WHAT IS A PLEA DEAL IN A CRIMINAL DEFENSE CASE?
Criminal charges are serious. They can alter the course of an individual’s life, and if the individual is convicted, they may lose freedoms they otherwise enjoyed. When a Mobile resident is charged with a crime, they can choose to fight and protect their rights with the help of dedicated criminal defense attorneys. In some cases,…
TESTAMENTARY CAPACITY AND HOW IT IMPACTS ESTATE PLANNING
Estate plans are important for the future. Although Alabama residents may not want to think about what will happen to their property and assets when they die, they should know that through estate planning they can take control of those outcomes and ensure that their preferences are respected. Devices like wills, trusts, and powers of…