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Can Someone Convicted of Elder Abuse Still Inherit in Alabama?

Posted by Steven A. Harris | Family Law, Harris Firm LLC, Wills & Probate

One of the most troubling scenarios in estate law occurs when a person who abused or exploited an elderly family member stands to inherit from the very person they harmed. It is a painful reality that families across Alabama have confronted, and current law has limited tools to address it. A new legislative proposal in …

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What Is a Mass Tort Claim and How Does It Work in Alabama?

Posted by Steven A. Harris | Harris Firm LLC

When a defective product, dangerous medication, or toxic substance injures a large number of people, the legal system offers a pathway for those individuals to seek justice. That pathway is called a mass tort. Unlike class action lawsuits, mass tort claims allow each injured person to maintain their own individual case while sharing common legal …

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What Does Alabama HB 249 Mean for Guardianship and Conservatorship Cases?

Posted by Steven A. Harris | Family Law, Harris Firm LLC

When a loved one can no longer manage their own affairs due to age, illness, or disability, Alabama families often turn to the courts for help through guardianship or conservatorship proceedings. These legal tools allow a responsible person to step in and make decisions about care, finances, or both. But the process has not always …

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Helping Our Neighbors: Food, Fund & Toy Drives in Birmingham, Montgomery & Huntsville

Posted by Steven A. Harris | Harris Firm LLC, Local Firm Events & News

As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better time to come together and support our neighbors facing hardship. At The Harris Firm, our Alabama offices are proud to host meaningful food and fund drives across Birmingham, Huntsville, and Montgomery, as well as a special toy drive at the Montgomery office from now until December 10th. …

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Bringing Warmth & Support This Holiday Season: Food, Fund & Toy Drives Across Alabama

Posted by Steven A. Harris | Harris Firm LLC, Local Firm Events & News

As the holidays draw near, many in our local communities face increased hardship. At the Harris Firm, we’re stepping up with a coordinated effort across our Alabama locations to collect food, funds, and, in Montgomery, toys, to help ease that burden. These drives run until December 10th, and with less than a month to go, …

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How Are Retirement Accounts Divided in a Divorce

Posted by Steven A. Harris | Local Firm Events & News

A retirement account becomes marital property in a Montgomery County divorce at the point the spouses get married. The court then divides the account equitably. This does not always mean the account is split in half. A judge divides a retirement account based on the needs, education, age, and health of the spouses. It will …

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The Risk You Take on By Representing Yourself in Court

Posted by Steven A. Harris | Harris Firm LLC

When you’re taken to court, it can feel like a really good idea to try and save on expensive legal fees by deciding to represent yourself. After all, you know the case and you know what the circumstances are, so why not? You know what the end goal is. Self-representation in domestic relations court, criminal …

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