by Admin | Nov 30, 2016 | blog
In all child custody cases, judges are tasked with figuring out what custody arrangement is in the best interests of the child. In making this determination, Mississippi judges are required to look at 11 factors (known as the Albright factors). When considering...
by Admin | Sep 2, 2016 | blog
In our experience, local police and law enforcement officers can usually be counted on to act fairly and professionally when interacting with members of the public. Nevertheless, it is still important for you to understand your rights. So today we want to revisit one...
by Admin | Apr 20, 2016 | blog
Photo by Mica Baldwin (some rights reserved) Today we are reviewing the standards for warrantless searches. This involves revisiting an important criminal law case from a few years ago known as Maryland v. King, 133 S.Ct. 1958 (2013). In Maryland v. King, the United...
by Admin | Jan 30, 2015 | blog
A recent decision handed down by the Mississippi Supreme Court is a clear warning for any ex-spouse unilaterally deciding to reduce his court ordered periodic alimony payments due to financial hardship. The facts of the case are fairly straightforward. Leslie and...
by Admin | Dec 28, 2014 | blog
Civil forfeiture cases across the country have drawn increasing scrutiny because of a combination of the financial incentives which encourage abuse, and the lack of due process. The Mississippi Court of Appeals recently issued an opinion protecting individual due...
by Admin | May 30, 2014 | blog
Mississippi Alcohol Laws Changes to the DUI law In its first 2014 Session, the Mississippi State Legislature passed a new law regarding the non-adjudication of the first offense of driving under the influence (DUI). A DUI 1st can be non-adjudicated, meaning that the...
