Being stuck in a cell with other accused criminals is not something that any sane person wants to do. This is why no one wants to get arrested. Nobody likes the idea of getting arrested. For some reason, that dislike is also applied to bail...
Alabama is known for its earthquakes. Unlike wildfires which can be somewhat predictable and avoidable, there’s never much warning before an earthquake occurs. Even with the surprisingly accurate MyShake earthquake phone app you usually have less than a minute to prepare yourself for the tremor. Early...
Every weekday, thousands of people leave home to go to work and earn a living. People work hard for the money that they earn and oftentimes, it is just enough to get by. While this is great, it does leave people vulnerable to surprise expenses....
A criminal record can haunt you for the rest of your life. Even a minor offense can make it difficult for you to land your dream job, build a successful relationship, obtain business licenses, and even be approved for loans. The problem is that many people...
In today's modern world, our food supply is often contaminated with a variety of toxins that can pose serious health risks. These toxins can come from a variety of sources, including pesticides, herbicides, and heavy metals. While some toxins are naturally occurring, others are introduced...
TikTok, a popular short-form video-sharing platform, has become a global phenomenon, with millions of users worldwide, including a significant number in the United States. As the platform's reach and influence continue to grow, so too does the need to understand the legal implications surrounding its...
Y ou just watched your neighbor commit a crime. You know what they did was illegal, but you aren’t sure what you should do about the situation. You don’t want to get anyone in trouble. On the other hand, you know you don’t like the idea...
There is nothing quite as gut-wrenching as opening your front door and finding the police standing on the other side. They never bring good news. Experiencing a moment of panic and indecision when they ask to be let in is perfectly natural. Questions that will likely...
One minute, you could be having a normal morning, just getting ready for the day ahead. Then you get a phone call, and everything comes grinding to a halt. You find out that someone you care about has been arrested, and you are at a...
D omestic violence and battery have always been worrying, but the pandemic has made the situation much worse. All over the world, domestic abuse shelters report an increase in the number of calls they receive from individuals who are scared for their lives. One domestic abuse...
Most people recognize the fact that no one knows everything. Everybody has certain areas of knowledge where they are experts and areas where they know nothing. For many people out there, one area where they have very little understanding is anything revolving around the arrest...
When a person is suddenly thrust into a new experience, they can have trouble finding their footing. This is especially true in areas that have a lot of unique wording and terms that aren’t used in day to day life. For instance, people who have...