Children are our greatest joy and there’s no more joyous occasion than to grow your family through adoption. However, the adoption process in Alabama and elsewhere is complicated and issues of legal procedure, the rights of birth parents, and even complex immigration issues have to be given the greatest of care and attention...
The State of Alabama takes DUI and drug cases very seriously. An arrest or conviction for DUI or drug possession can have life altering consequences including hefty fines, loss of driving privileges, and even significant jail time. Reid Law Firm understands the struggles our clients face both legally and within their community. We work hard to review all of the facts behind your arrest and assess the likelihood of your conviction. We will never give you false hope. No matter how serious the offense, we will work to help you obtain the best possible outcome to your case...
Here at the Reid Law Firm we believe that divorce should be the choice of last resort. We also have a great network of marriage counselors both faith based and secular that can counsel our clients, usually at no cost to them. If everything has already been tried and there is no hope of reconciliation, we will do everything in our power to provide our clients with quality representation. We try to provide our clients with moral support along with our legal service...
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On average, a person who’s been in an accident and retains counsel from an attorney will receive 3.5 times more money than a person who tries to settle a personal injury claim on his or her own. This finding is based on a study completed by the Insurance Research Council. In this scenario, your $6,000 settlement can quickly become a $21,000 settlement with the assistance of a lawyer. While this is just an average, it is clear the difference an attorney can make. Most families cannot afford to shrug off that kind of money.
Insurance companies are known for displaying extreme miserliness. Many people don’t realize the value of their claims. Insurance companies know this and in turn offer settlements significantly below market value. Insurance companies are also known for avoiding settling when they should and pressuring plaintiffs to settle for much less than they deserve. If you are involved in an accident, it is imperative you hire an attorney to file your lawsuit or negotiate your settlement. It is difficult when you are emotionally wrapped up in a situation to see everything clearly. An attorney can look at a situation objectively and in its totality. Lawyers have experience working with insurance companies and judges and will be able to offer a clear path forward. This is an advantage the average citizen won’t have if they choose to handle their case alone.
The Reid Law Firm offers free initial consultations. We are honest and forthright in our analysis of a case. We are careful to only take cases when we think we can make a difference. We truly want what is best for our clients and keeping our good reputation is imperative. If you or a loved one has been in an accident, please contact the Reid Law Firm today at 205-913-7406! You can also text us at (205) 913-7406 for a quick answer to any legal question. Chris Reid can be reached by email at chris.reid@reidlawalabama.com. All communication to the Reid Law Firm is protected by attorney client privilege, so any information submitted will be held in confidence. Initial consultations are always free. For a complete list of our practice areas please visit www.reidlawalabama.com.
Being injured is tough enough, please don’t make the mistake of thinking that you can fight the insurance companies by yourself. At the Reid Law firm we stand up for the rights of victims and won’t let our clients be taken advantage of by insurance companies.
No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of the legal services performed by other lawyers.
Our firm practices the following areas of law: wills, trust, and estates, divorce and family, DUI and drug offenses (only first and second time offenses), and car accident cases. We also handle business law, including formation of business entities and drafting contracts. Additionally, I co-host Yellowhammer News every Monday during lunch from 11-12 on 101.1 fm Birmingham (but our show is broadcast throughout most of the state).
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Getting your record cleared is much easier in Alabama now that a new law has passed. This new expungement law affects people who had their cases dismissed or pleaded in misdemeanor cases. The expungement law also applies to non-violent felonies. This is incredible news for anyone out there who feels haunted by past mistakes. Without an expungement, employers can see past transgressions, even if you were found not guilty. Under the new law though, even if your arrest was back in college, you are well within your rights to apply for expungement; there is no time limitation for this process. Once expunged, in the eyes of the law, it’s as if the incident never happened. It is a class B misdemeanor to willfully disclose information that has been expunged. Once expunged, you are now legally allowed to say you have never been arrested. Arrests, booking or arrest photos, index references, documentation, forms, charges and data can all be expunged. There are a few exceptions though. Certain organizations still require you to disclose the expunged information. This includes, but is not limited to, the state bar, doctors, lawyers, and any governmental agencies. Overall, however, from state of Alabama’s perspective, once expunged it is as though arrest never occurred.
The process of getting your arrest expunged is quite technical and extensive. If you meet the criteria, you must file a petition for expungement. You must also attach a record or the arrest, disposition, case action summery, and certified criminal record. We recommend the use of an attorney for this process. If you qualify under the statue, the Reid Law firm will get your record expunged and sealed. Why not get your record cleared if you can? If you'd like to schedule a time to talk, please contact the Reid Law Firm today at 205-913-7406! You can also text us at (205) 913-7406 for a quick answer to any legal question. Chris Reid can be reached by email at chris.reid@reidlawalabama.com. All communication to the Reid Law Firm is protected by attorney client privilege, so any information submitted will be held in confidence. Initial consultations are always free. For a complete list of our practice areas please visit www.reidlawalabama.com.
No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of the legal services performed by other lawyers.
Our firm practices the following areas of law: wills, trust, and estates, divorce and family, DUI and drug offenses (only first and second time offenses), and car accident cases. We also handle business law, including formation of business entities and drafting contracts. Additionally, I co-host Yellowhammer News every Monday during lunch from 11-12 on 101.1 fm Birmingham (but our show is broadcast throughout most of the state).
Need a legal question answered RIGHT NOW? Text Chris Reid @ (205) 913-7406
One of the challenges of that America faces in the 21st century is ensuring that there are enough jobs in the marketplace. Over the past 30 years we have seen many manufacturing jobs move overseas and many of the people who worked those jobs were left in dire circumstances. Yet, there is hope that we could bring back manufacturing jobs to this country. There is a great need for skilled labor and the department of Labor has put out statistics that there for every 3 people that retire from skilled labor jobs, we only have one American worker to replace them. Mike Rowe of dirty jobs has been leading the charge for Alabamians to obtain these skilled labor jobs like wielding, because they pay nearly six figures and are in high demand. Yet, our culture is constantly telling our children that a four year liberal arts degree is the only way to succeed. Since 1990, vocational training in public schools has been cut 36% which is one reason why we are having to import skilled workers from overseas. North Carolina recently passed a innovative new law which will dramatically change the way many students experience high school. North Carolina has a duel track system which allows the students that want vocational training to get most of it in high school and then potentially go to a trade school and start working usually but the time they are 20. Students that want to go to 4 year colleges can still take the same path as before but this allows the students with an interest in skilled work to start making near 6 figures by the time they are 20 years old. Private businesses are already moving to North Carolina because of this law and it is likely there unemployment will decrease significantly faster than other states over the next decade. We need to elect leaders who will run on a platform that puts emphasis on vocational training in our schools as a means to dramatically reduce the unemployment rate and to bring private business to this state. Alabama needs to follow the North Carolina model and it wouldn't take much investment to get amazing results. Our state has so much potential but our leaders aren't responding to the needs of the marketplace. There is also wide bipartisan support for these programs but no one is really spearheading the effort right now. As our legislature considers increases in our taxes I hope they will also consider much needed reforms in our educational system that will provide so much opportunity for people from all walks of life. If we could encourage vocational opportunities in urban settings it would dramatically decrease the crime rate and provide real and meaningful hope.
If you'd like to schedule a time to talk, please contact the Reid Law Firm today at 205-913-7406! You can also text us at (205) 913-7406 for a quick answer to any legal question. Chris Reid can be reached by email at chris.reid@reidlawalabama.com. All communication to the Reid Law Firm is protected by attorney client privilege, so any information submitted will be held in confidence. Initial consultations are always free. For a complete list of our practice areas please visit www.reidlawalabama.com.
Our firm practices the following areas of law: wills, trust, and estates, divorce and family, DUI and drug offenses (only first and second time offenses), and car accident cases. We also handle business law, including formation of business entities and drafting contracts. Additionally, I co-host Yellowhammer News every Monday during lunch from 11-12 on 101.1 fm Birmingham (but our show is broadcast throughout most of the state).
Need a legal question answered RIGHT NOW? Text Chris Reid @ (205) 913-7406
There has been a recent uptake in interest in a 28-page congressional report linking Saudi Arabia to the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks. Saudi Arabia is often said to be an ally of the United States, but many believe the Saudis were complicit in the extremist attacks.
In 2002, the Bush administration ordered the now infamous 28-page document to be permanently sealed. Senator Bob Graham, one of the main proponents for the release of the documents, pins the Saudis as a principal financial backer for 9/11. If this is true, it is clearly in the United States’ best interest to declassify these documents.
If the declassification of the report is allowed to occur and if Saudi Arabia was indeed complicit in the attacks, victims of terrorism would be permitted to sue those responsible for the distress they have suffered. This action is currently barred by congress, but congress is looking to enact legislation allowing for the lawsuits.
Currently, Saudi Arabia is threatening to sell $750 billion in US based assets if the documents are released. While this is unmistakably inauspicious, America should not give into financial blackmail. Osama Bin Ladin and al-Queda have a long history with the Saudis. If congress releases the documents, perhaps we could finally uncover the truth. Out of respect for the families and victims of 9/11, congress should declassify the documents and allow for justice to be served.
Update: Congress did release the 28 pages linking the to Saudi officials to the 9/11 attacks. This is a rare example of bipartisan cooperation.
At the Reid Law Firm, justice for victims and their families is a top priority. If you or a friend is in need of legal counsel, please contact the Reid Law Firm today at 205-913-7406! You can also text us at (205) 913-7406 for a quick answer to any legal question. Chris Reid can be reached by email at chris.reid@reidlawalabama.com. All communication to the Reid Law Firm is protected by attorney client privilege, so any information submitted will be held in confidence. Initial consultations are always free. For a complete list of our practice areas please visit www.reidlawalabama.com.
No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of the legal services performed by other lawyers.
Our firm practices the following areas of law: wills, trust, and estates, divorce and family, DUI and drug offenses (only first and second time offenses), and car accident cases. We also handle business law, including formation of business entities and drafting contracts. Additionally, I co-host Yellowhammer News every Monday during lunch from 11-12 on 101.1 fm Birmingham (but our show is broadcast throughout most of the state).
No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of the legal services performed by other lawyers.
