The death of 52-year-old Phillip Reeder has been ruled a homicide by the Jefferson County medical examiner’s office, nearly a year after an Irondale police officer kneeled on his neck during an arrest. The August 6, 2024, incident, which bears striking similarities to George Floyd’s death, has reignited debates about police use of force in…
An independent autopsy has revealed that 18-year-old Jabari Peoples was shot in the back by a Homewood police officer on June 23, according to attorneys representing his family. The finding, announced at a Tuesday news conference by civil rights attorney Ben Crump, intensifies calls for transparency in a case that has left a Birmingham-area family…
In a shocking development that has sent ripples through Tuscaloosa County’s educational community, Sarah Huggins Logan, 35, a former teacher at North River Christian Academy, was arrested on charges of engaging in a sexual relationship with a minor student. The arrest, which occurred on Friday, July 18, has raised serious questions about student safety protocols…
The Alabama Supreme Court has issued a landmark decision that could reshape how construction companies, contractors, and subcontractors handle liability and indemnification agreements across the state. The recent ruling in favor of JohnsonKreis Construction Company demonstrates the power of carefully crafted contract language and sends a clear message about the enforceability of proportional fault provisions…
A recent Alabama Supreme Court decision has delivered a powerful reminder to Alabama drivers about the critical importance of understanding the fine print in their insurance policies, particularly when those policies cross state lines. The June 20, 2025, ruling in favor of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company illustrates how contractual language can supersede expectations…
Alabama faces a mounting crisis as communities across the state grapple with widespread contamination of drinking water by toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). Recent lawsuits highlight the severity of this environmental disaster and the human toll it has taken on residents who unknowingly consumed contaminated water for years. The Scope…
Nearly 95% of civil lawsuits settle before reaching trial, with the majority of settlement agreements occurring in the crucial weeks and months following the discovery phase. After months of depositions, document exchanges, and witness interviews, the discovery period’s conclusion marks a pivotal turning point where cases either resolve through negotiation or advance toward courtroom battles. …
At exactly 11:59 PM on the night before their 19th birthday, Alabama teenagers remain legal minors under their parents’ control. One minute later, at midnight, they become legal adults with full rights and responsibilities. Unlike most states where the majority begins at 18, Alabama joins Mississippi and Nebraska as one of only three states setting…
Every year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning, while an additional 4,000 require hospitalization for CO exposure. This silent killer earns its deadly reputation by being completely colorless, odorless, and tasteless, making detection impossible without proper equipment. Alabama residents face particular risks during winter months when heating systems work overtime and…
While 12 states impose inheritance taxes on beneficiaries receiving assets from deceased relatives, Alabama stands apart by completely eliminating this financial burden for inheritors. The Heart of Dixie abolished its inheritance tax decades ago, positioning Alabama families in a uniquely advantageous situation compared to states like Pennsylvania, where inheritance tax rates can reach 15% for…