Clients will sometimes tell me they want justice. I tell them that I can’t always get them justice, but I can get them money. Here is why. There are 2 different forms of legal action. These are criminal and civil. Criminal can get you justice and put someone in jail....
Allen A. Ritchie
Roundup Weed Killer, Cancer and Your Money
If you used the weed killer Roundup and have certain forms of cancer, a lawsuit against the chemical manufacturer Monsanto could mean money for you and your family. It could come from settlements resulting from class action lawsuits. Many of us throughout Alabama have...
AL Law Change: With This Notary Stamp I Thee Wed
Thinking of getting married? The Alabama marriage law has changed. You had better make sure you are doing it right. Here are the main things you need to know: No More Marriage Licenses In fact, you fill out a form and have it notarized. Then file it with the Probate...
AL Law, Teens and Drinking
Allen's Answers Each year, there is a new crop of teenagers asking about alcohol and parents trying to deal with this new part of growing up. I will let you be the parent, but I will be the lawyer. Here is the law in Alabama: No one under the age of 21 can legally...
School Buses, Alabama & the Law
Courtesy: k12 alabama Here is a good rule to follow: stop when a school bus stops. There are some exceptions, but generally cars on both sides of the street must stop when a school bus is loading or unloading. If you think that is too much, let me tell you about our...
Medical Consent Forms and Alabama
Medical Consent A doctor has a responsibility to inform you of any risks to medical treatment and get your consent to the procedure. Failure to do that and you can sue – with at least a chance of winning. But only a chance. Medical malpractice cases are...
Medical Consent Forms and Alabama
Medical Consent A doctor has a responsibility to inform you of any risks to medical treatment and get your consent to the procedure. Failure to do that and you can sue – with at least a chance of winning. But only a chance. Medical malpractice cases are considered the...
A Bad Tattoo? Can I Sue?
Ticking Clock I was asked this week about the statute of limitation … on a tattoo. This was the question: can I sue over a bad tattoo? Here is the answer most every lawyer will give you, “Maybe.” There is one thing I will definitely tell you. If you are saying the...
E-Scooters and Mobile Roads. Know Before You Try.
Courtesy: Ford E-scooters should be good for the injury business. I am sure they said that when the first car went down a dirt road. Here is the news – the Alabama governor has signed a bill that basically says let’s get the technology rolling and clears the legal...
Protect Yourself Before an Accident Happens
Accident Diary We often talk about what to do after an accident. I want to talk about what to do before there is an accident. In a few words, get insurance. I see it every day. Some people want to get the very minimum, and they think that is saving money. It is …...