Did you know that for the past 5 years, many convicted drunk drivers in our state have had to install an ignition interlock device if they wanted to drive? This sophisticated piece of equipment tests whether they have been drinking by requiring them to blow...
Alabama is one of a few states which can take your house for unpaid taxes and keep the whole amount. Happy Mother's Day, Mom. I bring this up so you will take a serious look at your parents' finances. Many older adults have paid off the mortgage on their...
Many people think a boating accident is like a traffic accident, except you get wet. Nothing could be further from the truth. First, while the state of Alabama requires you to have insurance to drive a car, that is not true to drive a boat. If there is trouble...
If you see termites, I say, “See a lawyer.” If you have a termite prevention plan, you should be termite free. Right? That is what you bought the plan for. Well, look out for those termites ‘cause they’re coming. This time of the year is swarming season in...
Do you have a dash cam in your car? If so, it could mean cash in your pocket if an accident occurs. First, you need to know this. You will be involved in an accident sometime in your driving life. In fact, it is worse than that. Statistically, this will happen...
Street racing hurts and kills people. It also damages property. And soon, it could have drivers doing months of jail time. I told you a few weeks ago that Alabama could make it a specific crime to race your car on a public road or parking lot. Now it looks like...
If you are in trouble, they literally can save your life. It is time to celebrate the men and women who are answering your emergency calls to 911. 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, every day, including holidays, they are there getting help to people. It is a...
Heard that super loud revving engine sound on your street? Perhaps you have seen the tire tracks left by someone doing a figure eight in your cul-de-sac? Well, what we used to call drag racing is now called exhibition driving, and Alabama’s mayors say they have had...
In Alabama, you are wise to put any open liquor container in your trunk. Soon, you may want to put your cell phone in there too. Have you pushed a button or touched your phone while driving? You know, changed a music selection, updated driving conditions, or...
Did an insurance company say it would not pay for your injury, car, house, or whatever? Don’t get mad. Get fighting. My experience has been that most serious insurance claims are turned down or lowballed. Why? The insurance company doesn’t want to pay out the money....