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Intoxicated driving in Alabama is a serious criminal charge. During a DUI investigation, an officer may request a blood sample. This is especially true when an alleged suspect refuses a breathalyzer test or a police officer believes the suspect is intoxicated by drugs. If you do not agree to it, …

When it comes to personal injury cases, the importance of evidence cannot be overstated. In these legal battles, evidence is what makes or breaks your claim. It is the foundation upon which your case stands and ultimately determines whether you receive the compensation you deserve for your injuri…

Knowing what to do after an accident can be overwhelming. Between dealing with injuries and figuring out the next steps, the last thing you need is the added stress of finding the right personal injury lawyer. However, choosing the right legal representation is crucial to ensuring you receive the…

Recent events in the media have led me to question some of Alabama\’s Stand Your Ground Laws and just where they might apply. So, what exactly are my rights in Alabama to defend myself? My property? My family? In 2006, Alabama passed the Stand Your Ground Law and it changed the way the Alabama vie…

If you have a previous arrest or misdemeanor conviction that is not only a source of embarrassment, but is also keeping you from a career or a career advancement, you may want to look at expunging your record. Expungement can be a lengthy and somewhat costly process, but the pros far outweigh the…

It\’s all-over Social Media. It\’s almost all anyone can talk about anymore. We all have a constant visual reminder of the past year. . . the face mask. Here we are, one-year into the COVID-19 pandemic. One year ago, the kids were let out for Spring Break and it seemed like the NEVER WENT BACK! Our…

On June 1, 2018, Alabama made changes to Alabama Rules of Judicial Administration Rule 32, which is used to calculate child support. If there is a third party payment to a child such as Social Security or other benefit, then the party on behalf of whom that benefit is paid gets to deduct that amo…

Paul Seckel and Guntersville Law, LLC welcome our newest lawyer, Attorney Emily Jolley. Emily is a 2015 graduate of the Birmingham School of Law. Prior to entering the practice of law, Emily worked for twenty years as an educator. She has served as a general education teacher, special education t…

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The Alabama Supreme Court recently released an opinion in the case of Ex parte City of Guntersville Petition for Writ of Mandamus. This case originated in Marshall County Circuit Court where Margaret Hulgan filed a negligence case against the City of Guntersville to recover for damages for injuri…

The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals has ruled that creditors cannot garnish the wages of someone earning less than $1,000 per paycheck as long as that money is being spent on living expenses.
The court ruled on May 12, 2017 in the case of Merrida v. Credit Acceptance Corp. The case originated out …

As an attorney, I serve the greatest and most noble profession in America. The legal profession provides me the honor of being a voice for children who would not otherwise have a voice. Out of respect for our Honorable Court system, I do not want to specifically comment on the ongoing case except…

In Whitehead v. Whitehead, decided by the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals on February 12, 2016, the Court does a really good job of explaining the two standards for custody modification. Alabama applies either the McLendon standard or the Couch standard when deciding custody modification.
The Stan…

Proposed changes that are supposed to go into effect on 1/30/2016 change mandatory driver\’s license suspension so that possession of marijuana in the first and second degree no longer mandate driver\’s license suspension.

Alabama now has a Class “D” felony. Historically, Alabama has classified felonies as Class “A”, Class “B”, and Class “C”. With the prison reform bill proposed to be effective 1/30/2016, a Class “D” felony was introduced. Appropriate sections of the code follow:
Code of Alabama § 13A-5-11. Fines; …

In a recent Alabama Court of Civil Appeals opinion, Weldon v. Ballow, on October 30, 2015, the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals was faced with a challenge that the Grandparent Visitation Act was “unconstitutional on its face – that is it always operated unconstitutionally.”
When a challenge comes t…

Whether you are a victim of identity theft or your spouse was exposed to be a member of the site, call us and schedule a free consultation to see what your legal remedies are.
While we would love to help anyone in Alabama, we specifically focus on the Marshall County cities of Guntersville, Alber…

In Alabama, here are the statutory sentences for misdemeanors:
Section 13A-5-7
Sentences of imprisonment for misdemeanors and violations.
(a) Sentences for misdemeanors shall be a definite term of imprisonment in the county jail or to hard labor for the county, within the following limitations:
(…

Car Wrecks
If you are involved in an automobile accident here are some things that you can do that will be beneficial to you and your potential case.

Remain Calm

Becoming upset because of an accident may lead to emotional decisions that may create additional problems for those involve…