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The Role of an Expert in an Injury Case
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPWhen someone is injured because of the negligence or reckless actions of another party, they have a right to be compensated. However, it is not always easy for injured parties to recover full and fair compensation. It is very rare that someone freely admits fault and writes a check to cover all your losses. In […]
What Do I Do if My Spouse Violates a Restraining Order or Temporary Injunction?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPWhen a couple gets married, they usually have great hope and optimism about the future. Unfortunately, some relationships grow sour, even to the point where one of the spouses becomes increasingly violent. When domestic abuse occurs, the victim often has no other choice but to take legal action. The best legal mechanism for an abused […]
How to Stay on Top of Your Case after you Hire a Lawyer
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPThe first step toward resolving an important legal issue is to hire a reputable attorney. Many legal matters are too complex for an individual to deal with on their own, so it often makes sense to obtain experienced legal counsel. A lawyer can give you the legal guidance and direction you need to bring your […]
Should I Seek Medical Attention after a Rear End Collision?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPA rear-end collision is one in which another driver strikes your car from behind and typically bears responsibility for causing the accident. This type of accident can range from a seemingly minor fender-bender to a crash at high impact. It is common for people involved in a rear-end collision to assume that they don’t have […]
Playground Safety: What is Negligence on the Playground?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPSummer vacation is over, and most Alabama kids are back in school. When we send our kids back to school (or to the day care center for younger children), there are a lot of safety concerns that can keep us up at night. We hope and pray that our kids can get safely to and […]
Can Child Neglect Mean Jail Time?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPThe Alabama Department of Human Resources describes child neglect as failure of the parent or guardian to provide adequate food, shelter, clothing, education, or medical treatment to a child as well as general maltreatment of a child. Alabama law also requires people in a position of trust with the child to report suspected child abuse […]
What Happens if I Receive a DUI on Campus?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson, & Short, LLPAs if getting arrested for DUI isn’t bad and stressful enough, doing so while a university student could magnify your troubles. Not only do DUI convictions in Alabama have severe and lasting consequences, but you could also jeopardize your education, which is another repercussion of an unfortunate mistake. What Are the Penalties for DUI in […]
Pool Safety and Children – Who is Responsible for Accidents?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPWhen the dog days of summer hit in Alabama, jumping into a swimming pool is one of the best ways to cool off. While taking a dip can help you beat the heat and produce hours of family fun, swimming pools also pose a danger for everyone, particularly children. Unfortunately, a day of relaxation could […]
Your Divorce and Social Media
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPSocial media is now a regular part of many people’s lives. Unfortunately, it is also playing a growing role in some divorce cases for a variety of reasons. Although you may think that the things that you share on social media shouldn’t have any relevance in court, there are times when these posts can have […]
Can I Get Kicked Out of School If I am Arrested Off Campus?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & Short, LLPIt’s your first year of college. You’re getting acclimated to your new surroundings and just starting to understand the realities of campus life. You put in long hours in class, at the library, and maybe working a part-time job. When you get some free time, you decide to let loose a little and take part […]