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Trees, Neighbors, and the Law

One of the most common categories of questions we have received on Law Call throughout the years is disputes between neighbors regarding trees. Here, we break down the law regarding these disputes. Law to Know: Alabama applies the doctrine of cujus est solum ejus est usque ad coelum et ad inferos, which is Latin for “To whomever the…

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Can I Sue for a Fall on Someone's Property?
Can I Sue for a Fall on Someone’s Property?

Property owners have many issues, big and small, to contend with on a day-to-day basis.  Mortgages, what security system to install, pest control, and landscaping are just a few.  Consequently, protection from a lawsuit by a guest or even a trespasser may not be high on the list of priorities.  Even still, injuries sustained by…

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How Do You Prove Wrongful Death?
How Do You Prove Wrongful Death?

Losing a loved one to death can be a difficult obstacle to overcome. But losing a loved one due to someone else’s actions can be even more devastating, especially if the loss was unexpected. Likewise, a person can bring wrongful death lawsuits against someone who, through intentional actions or negligence, caused another’s death.  The deceased’s…

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How Much Should I Ask for in a Personal Injury Claim?
How Much Should I Ask for in a Personal Injury Claim?

Personal injury claims can be made if you are injured in a car accident, hurt at a business, are the victim of medical malpractice, and mishaps at someone’s home. Though there is a wide range of potential claims, the previous examples represent a few typical instances in which you would be eligible to seek a…

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Common Types of Insurance Disputes

Since the dawn of time, a game of tug and war has been played between insurance companies and policyholders.  The battles can be brutal due to lost time and the methods insurance companies use to pay as little as possible to the injured party.  That’s because when you file an insurance claim, the company may…

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What The Alabama Statewide Mask Order Means For You
What The Alabama Statewide Mask Order Means For You

Governor Kay Ivey amended the previously entered Safer at Home health order to mandate the use of face masks or other face coverings as of 5:00 pm on July 16, 2020.  Click here to read the entire Amended Order. The Order was issued by the Alabama State Health Officer.  This Order specifically states that it…

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