What is a declaratory judgment action? A declaratory judgment action is a lawsuit in which one of the parties to a dispute is attempting to determine its legal rights. In…
What is the Fair Labor Standards Act? The Fair Labor Standards Act is a federal law that addresses minimum wages, overtime compensation, child labor, and equal payment for men and…
What is Title VII? Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination and harassment in employment based on sex, race, color, national origin, or religion. Title VII…
Forum non conveniens is a judicial doctrine (now incorporated into the Alabama Code) that permits either: 1. The dismissal of a lawsuit pending in Alabama, so that the same lawsuit…
When choosing an automobile insurance carrier (or reviewing your existing automobile insurance policy), at least two considerations come to mind. First, see if there is an arbitration provision, which would…
Together, liability, collision, and comprehensive insurance are commonly referred to as “full coverage.” Collision coverage protects your vehicle in the event that you are involved in a wreck and your…
Medical Payments Medical payments (“med pay”) coverage is optional under Alabama law. This coverage is similar to health insurance. It is also relatively inexpensive. Med pay coverage helps pay for…
Part 2 – Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) In Alabama, uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage is included in all automobiles policies issued in the state, unless it is rejected, in writing, by each…
You are responsible – you provide for your family, pay your bills on time, and obey the law. Like many others who call Huntsville or another city or small town…
If you want to be sure you are getting everything you deserve in relation to your claim, there are four important steps you should take to protect yourself: 1. Read…
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