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Coronavirus and the Alabama Court System FAQs
Coronavirus and the Alabama Court System FAQs

We know there is a large amount of uncertainty in our community at this time.  We hope everyone is doing what they can to keep their families safe and healthy.  There have been some significant developments in the court system in Alabama and we wanted to take a moment to address some of the most…

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Product defects are more serious than the physical damage of a cracked phone screen.
The Negative Impact of Product Defects

Each day, consumers use thousands of products that can cause serious harm if they are defective. Laws to protect consumers have been created to hold manufacturers and retailers accountable for selling, marketing, or designing products that they know, or should know, are not safe or reliable. Manufacturers have a duty to ensure their products are…

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Friends laugh together around the dinner table at a dinner party
How to Avoid Party Liability

Invitations? Check. Food and drinks? Check. Clean the house? Check. Brush up on social host and party liability laws? When you plan a party, a few checklist items feel like a given. Invitations, food and drinks, and making sure your house isn’t a total disaster before guests arrive are a few that come to mind.…

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What if I cannot afford an attorney in Alabama?
What If I Can’t Afford an Attorney in Alabama?

Sometimes, the people who need an attorney the most are the ones who can least afford to pay for one. Whether charged with a crime, injured in an accident, facing a divorce, or dealing with a property dispute, there are many situations where you might need a lawyer even though you might not have a…

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Alabama Tort law books kept in the law firm of Timberlake and League for pro bono work and other cases
What Is Pro Bono Legal Work?

“Pro bono publico – ‘for the public good’ – not just in the sense of professional work undertaken voluntarily and without payment, but in the sense of a public service to those who are unable to afford the services of skilled professionals.  It is a noble and necessary calling for all attorneys.” California State Chief…

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Baby sits in car seat after being properly strapped in.
Alabama Child Restraint Laws

Buckle your seat belt! Following this timeless piece of advice is the single most important thing you can do to protect yourself and others riding in your car in the event of a crash.  According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, wearing a seat belt is the most effective way to reduce the risk…

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