Courts Court rejects AMCC’s bid to dismiss lawsuit, medical cannabis in limbo This case is more than just a legal dispute—it’s a referendum on Alabama’s ability to deliver a functional and equitable medical cannabis program. Bill Britt19 hours ago
Courts Federal judge: Alabama’s anti-panhandling laws likely violate constitution Federal court Judge Keith Watkins said the laws against begging and soliciting are likely be to deemed violations of free speech. Josh MoonAugust 31, 2021
Courts Supreme Court blocks Biden administration’s eviction moratorium The high court said congressional action would be required to prevent renters from losing their homes in the midst of a pandemic. Josh MoonAugust 27, 2021
Courts Judge: No proof VictoryLand is a public nuisance, lots of proof it’s a public benefit The court ruled the state had failed to provide evidence that VictoryLand posed any real threat to the peace. Josh MoonAugust 19, 2021
Courts Alabama’s longest serving sheriff convicted on two felony charges Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely was convicted of felony theft and a felony ethics charge. Josh MoonAugust 3, 2021
Courts Alabama Center for Law and Liberty files amicus brief in Alabama abortion case The case is over an Alabama law that appoints a guardian ad litem for unborn children in certain abortion cases. Brandon MoseleyAugust 2, 2021
Courts Limestone sheriff asks judge to toss charge, accuses AG’s office of improper conduct In a motion filed late Monday, Sheriff Mike Blakely’s defense team accused the AG’s office of hiding an investigation of a key witness. Josh MoonJuly 20, 2021
Courts Judge dismisses Roy Moore’s suit against Sacha Baron Cohen Moore sued the comedian alleging slander after Cohen pretended to detect Moore as a pedophile with pretend technology. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 14, 2021
Courts Alabama abortion law granting embryos an attorney deemed unconstitutional The law, which was challenged by the ACLU, would have forced minors seeking an abortion without parental consent to be subjected to a trial. Josh MoonJuly 1, 2021
Courts Groups appeal dismissal of waterworks lawsuit The environmentalists argue in their filing to the appeals court that their case against the Birmingham Water Works Board should be reinstated. Brandon MoseleyJuly 1, 2021
Courts Former Balch & Bingham attorney, Drummond executive bribery convictions upheld Roberson and Gilbert's convictions were upheld by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. Brandon MoseleyMay 31, 2021