You may have heard people talk about the dangers of turning left. For instance, some delivery companies advise their drivers to avoid left turns entirely unless they have no other choice. If possible, it would be better for them to make three right turns and go around the block to get to their destination.  This may come as a surprise… The post Driving is safer when you avoid left turns  first appeared on Friedlander Law Firm ..read more

If you are struggling financially and considering bankruptcy, one of your concerns may be losing your home or other property, such as a vehicle. You generally have two types of bankruptcy available to you: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Chapter 7 bankruptcy dismisses all qualifying debts. However, if you own assets such as a home, you could be required to… The post Is Chapter 13 bankruptcy right for you? first appeared on Friedlander Law Firm ..read more

In Alabama, assault charges can fall into three degrees: first, second, and third. Each charge reflects the severity of the offense and carries different penalties upon conviction. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for anyone poised to defend themselves against assault charges. Assault in the first degree First-degree assault is the most severe form and is classified as a Class B… The post Understanding the Degrees of Assault in Alabama first appeared on Friedlander Law Firm ..read more

Shutting down is one of the ways most children respond to divorce news. After informing your kid(s) that you are dissolving the marriage, they may isolate themselves emotionally and physically, particularly when they are old enough to understand what’s happening.  So, how can you get your child to open up about the divorce: Let them know they can talk to… The post How to encourage your child to open up about your divorce first appeared on Friedlander Law Firm ..read more

Driving the wrong way down the road is not only incredibly dangerous. It is also hard to do. Most of the time at least. When you enter a road there are generally signs to point you in the correct direction. There is often other traffic on the road already which alerts you to which direction you should be going. So… The post What explains wrong-way crashes? first appeared on Friedlander Law Firm ..read more

If you’re using drugs recreationally with someone who appears to suffer an overdose, your first instinct is likely to get them some help. Unfortunately, that can be quickly followed by a second instinct to avoid being caught with illegal drugs. That second instinct all too often wins out and causes people to leave the scene, hoping that the other person will just “sleep it off” and be okay. Unfortunately, that leads to deaths that could have been prevented if someone had received emergency medical attention.  That’s why states, including Alabama, have some type of Good Samaritan or overdo ..read more

You should be extra careful when interacting with the police. You don’t want to make the situation any worse than it is. Here are five tips to help you: 1. Stay calm It can be stressful when the police stop you or search your property. However, you need to control your emotions. Try as much as you can to stay calm while you pay attention to everything they do. 2. Be respectful The police may ask you to provide your driver’s license or any other form of identification or submit to a blood alcohol test, among other requests, depending on the situation. It’s vital to be respectful when responding ..read more

DUI charges can happen to anyone at any age whether they have a criminal past or not. It is essential to know what circumstances can lead to these charges. Many people are aware of the importance of blood alcohol content in a DUI charge. In most cases, the threshold for an arrest is if the person registers 0.08% BAC. However, there are times when a person can be charged for DUI with a lower amount. Those who are of a certain age or work in specific jobs can be charged if they are stopped, tested and register less than 0.08%. Knowing who is vulnerable to this and the implications is key as is k ..read more

Forensic evidence plays a crucial role in criminal cases. It often determines the direction of an investigation and impacts the outcome of a trial. Understanding the types of forensic evidence can help to grasp its importance in the justice system. The power of DNA evidence DNA is one of the most powerful types of evidence in criminal investigations. Because DNA is unique to everyone, it can link a suspect to a crime scene with high accuracy. It can also clear the wrongly accused and identify true perpetrators. The reliability of fingerprints Fingerprints are another type of forensic evidence ..read more

Debt obligations can pile up and tremendously affect an individual or business’s financial stability, often leading to the consideration of bankruptcy as a solution. However, there are instances where bankruptcy applications are denied. If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, there are several reasons why your application may get denied. They include the following: 1. Failure to meet eligibility criteria Bankruptcy eligibility criteria vary depending on the chosen chapter of bankruptcy, such as Chapter 7, Chapter 11 or Chapter 13. For example, Chapter 7 bankruptcy typically requires indi ..read more