Alabama’s New Body Camera Law: What It Means for Personal Injury and Civil Rights Cases

Law enforcement officer reviewing security monitor footage - illustrating how body camera video evidence is reviewed and managed under Alabama's new law.

A new Alabama law that took effect on October 1, 2025, fundamentally changes how law enforcement agencies handle body camera footage requests, creating significant implications for personal injury attorneys, civil rights advocates, and citizens seeking justice.  House Bill written by State Representative Juandalynn Givan establishes clear procedures for when and how body camera video can…

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Alabama Raises Medical Consent Age: What Parents and Teens Need to Know About Senate Bill 101

Healthcare provider reviewing medical consent forms on clipboard - illustrating new parental consent requirements under Alabama Senate Bill 101.

Alabama has joined the majority of states in restricting minors’ independent medical decision-making, raising the age of medical consent from 14 to 16 years old.  Senate Bill 101, which took effect on October 1, 2025, represents a significant shift in how medical decisions are made for Alabama’s youth, strengthening parental rights while maintaining critical exceptions…

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Four Charged in Montgomery Shooting: Understanding Victims’ Rights in Alabama Criminal Violence Cases

Person holding handgun against dark background - illustrating the presence of multiple firearms in violent crime incidents.

A fourth arrest in the Montgomery, Alabama downtown shooting that claimed two lives and injured twelve others highlights the complex legal landscape facing victims of criminal violence in Alabama.  The October 4, 2025 tragedy, which unfolded in the capital city’s crowded nightlife district following the Tuskegee-Morehouse football game, demonstrates how victims and their families can…

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Fatal Motorcycle Collision Claims Life on Highway 90: Understanding Your Rights After Motorcycle Accidents in Alabama

Motorcyclist holding helmet walking toward sport motorcycle on highway - illustrating the importance of proper safety equipment and Alabama's helmet law requirements.

The intersection of Highway 90 and I-10 became the scene of another tragic loss on November 2, 2025, when a motorcycle collision claimed the life of 25-year-old Brandon Wescovich and left his passenger fighting for survival.  This devastating accident underscores the unique dangers motorcyclists face on Alabama’s highways and the critical importance of understanding legal…

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Is Alabama a Stop and ID State?

Man in blue shirt holding blank identification card demonstrating ID requirements during police encounters.

A routine evening walk turns tense when blue lights flash behind you and an officer approaches, demanding identification—but do you legally have to comply?  The answer depends on where you stand, both geographically and legally, as states across America maintain vastly different laws about mandatory identification.  Is Alabama a Stop and ID state? Understanding this…

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Alabama Vehicular Manslaughter Defense

Insurance agent on phone documenting vehicle damage at accident scene for vehicular manslaughter investigation.

Every 15 minutes, someone dies in an alcohol-related traffic incident in the United States, transforming ordinary drivers into defendants facing life-altering criminal charges.  When a vehicle becomes the instrument of another person’s death, the legal system must balance tragedy with justice, accident with accountability. Vehicular manslaughter charges in Alabama carry consequences that extend far beyond…

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