Author: Hernandez & Associates Law Firm
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…
ESTABLISHING PATERNITY AND UNDERSTANDING ITS BENEFITS
When couples are unmarried and have a child, it may be necessary to establish paternity for the child for several reasons. These include determining custody, child support, inheritance and other benefits. ESTABLISHING PATERNITY Paternity can be established voluntarily if the father signs a voluntary acknowledgment of paternity or similar form and then files it with…
ESTATE PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS FOR LGBTQ+ COUPLES
Estate planning is important for all families in Mobile. A well-rounded estate plan can allow you to pass your assets on to your chosen heirs, can outline what end-of-life care you wish to receive and can dictate who is to make medical decisions and handle your finances if you become incapacitated. LGBTQ+ couples sometimes face…
MEDIATION IS A USEFUL TOOL TO RESOLVE DISPUTES
Divorcing couples may want to consider participating in mediation when they are unable to resolve a dispute themselves. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution where a neutral third party helps the couple resolve their concerns. The mediator may help facilitate discussions about the couple’s assets and liabilities, spousal support and property issues. The mediator does…
DEALING WITH THE FAMILY HOME IN YOUR DIVORCE
Divorce is a major financial transaction. Therefore, just like any other major financial decision, you need to know what you’re getting into and what you hope to get out of the process. This can be challenging, especially when emotions are often intertwined with the important decisions that you have to make. This may be especially…
UNDERSTANDING THE ALABAMA ADOPTION PROCESS
Adoption is one of the many options to build a family. There is helpful information available about the process in Alabama for prospective adoptive parents. Adoption creates a permanent relationship between the adoptive parent and child. Once parents adopt a child, they are legally responsible to provide for the child until he or she reaches adulthood. This…
CAN YOU ARGUE SELF-DEFENSE IN YOUR VIOLENT CRIME CASE?
It doesn’t take much for a verbal dispute to turn physical. When this happens, you might find yourself on the receiving end of criminal charges. The severity of those charges can run the spectrum, too. Assault, battery, and even murder are all very real possibilities. If you or a loved one is facing these kinds…
BILL AND MELINDA GATES CALL IT QUITS
For those in unhappy marriages, there has never been a more accepting time to file for divorce. Indeed, for most of our history, it has only been spoken about in hushed tones and only a last resort, even in marriages with domestic violence. However, with every celebrity divorce, it has become more and more acceptable,…