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Republican state Sen. Jim McClendon has introduced a bill that may close a loophole in Alabama’s law, reducing deaths related to drunk driving. The bill would require those who drive drunk to use an ignition interlock device after the first offense. These ignition interlock devices are used to detect the presence of alcohol in a … Read moreAlabama Senator Proposes Ignition Interlock Bill

In early February, a 65 page lawsuit was filed by Alabama, alleging one of the largest pain pill manufacturers was intentionally marketing drugs that have led to the opioid epidemic. The Alabama attorney general, Steve Marshall, hired two personal injury law firms to take on big pharma in this war on opioid addiction. Purdue Pharma, … Read moreAlabama Files Lawsuit Against Opioid Manufacturer

Educators across the state of Alabama have struggled in recent years. Though teaching is one of the most respected professions across the country, in Alabama, teachers haven’t been paid what they deserve — hopefully that’s starting to change. Even call center workers can earn as much as educators. In fact, since most opportunities pay a … Read moreAlabama Teachers Expected to Get a Pay Raise With New Education Budget