Entries by Alsobrook Law Group

How to Avoid Denial for Social Security Disability Benefits

For many, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a life line, so it’s very important to file correctly, and do everything in your power to make sure you get it if you really do need the assistance. You may think that because entitlement to Social Security benefits at a certain age is automatic, so is […]

What Are Alabama’s Laws on Drug Paraphernalia?

You may find yourself in serious trouble under Alabama’s drug laws, even if you don’t have actual drugs in your possession. The state’s criminal code makes it a crime to possess drug paraphernalia, which is generally defined as anything that can help a person use, store, sell, or produce drugs. Alabama Drug Paraphernalia Laws Alabama […]

What if My Spouse Violates a Restraining Order?

If you have experienced abuse or harassment at the hands of your current or former spouse or common-law spouse, Alabama law allows you to file for legal protection. This orders the other party to stay away from your home and place of employment as well as refrain from calling, texting, emailing, sending postal mail, or […]

DUI and the Holidays

The holidays are meant to be a season of joy, but they can also bring tremendous pain when people make bad decisions. Drunk driving is a continuing problem during the holiday season that begins during Thanksgiving week and extends through New Year’s Day. DUI Dangers During the Holidays According to the National Institute on Alcohol […]

Accidents in Alabama State Parks – How Do I Recover Damages?

Fall in Alabama is a wonderful time of year. Alabamians visit state parks to hike, let their children play on the playground, participate in recreational activities, and just relax with family and friends. The last thing on anyone’s mind is that a member of their party may sustain a serious injury. Unfortunately, this happens all […]

Injured on Campus: Who is Responsible?

When you send your child away to college, your primary source of concern should be on their ability to keep up with their class work and to have access to healthy food. You should not, under any circumstances, need to worry about their safety. Unfortunately, increased incidents of campus violence and accidents make this a […]

Boating Safety on Alabama Lakes

No one thinks they might get into a boating accident when they set sail on Alabama lakes. The weather is hot and they just want to relax and cool down with family and friends. However, the United States Coast Guard reports an average of 4,000 boating accidents and 625 fatalities every year. Drowning causes more […]

How Social Media Can Impact My Drug Case in Alabama

If you’ve been arrested for a drug crime, you may not have considered how your online activities could affect your case. According to the latest numbers from Pew Research, seven in ten Americans now use social media to connect with friends, loved ones, and professional resources. Social media is also a popular source of entertainment. Increasingly, […]

What Is a Living Will?

If you have an estate plan, or if you have been thinking about an estate plan, then you have probably heard of the terms “will” and “living will.” While the two may sound like they are the exactly same thing, a will and a living will are two very different legal document types, and both […]

Tips for Staying Safe and Avoiding Railroad Crossing Accidents

Railways are an important part of the American infrastructure, and are critical for the transportation of products, people, and goods throughout the country. However, railways can also be very dangerous, and in Alabama, dozens of people suffer serious or fatal injuries every year as a result of an accident at a railroad crossing. In Alabama, […]