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The jury found that AltaPointe failed to provide a minimum standard of care that allowed a minor patient to sexually assault another patient.
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Justice Tommy Bryan announces bid for re-election to Alabama Supreme Court
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HR20 recognizes Saint Patrick’s Day, contributions of Irish-Americans in Alabama
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Mexico seizes Vulcan Materials facility, prompting criticism from Britt
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Alabama colleges awarded nearly 28,000 bachelor’s degrees over the last decade
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Advocacy groups to rally for Medicaid expansion
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Mental health system faces crises of workforce shortage, uncompensated care
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sexual assault stories
Courts
In a lawsuit filed against the City of Montgomery and MPD, Hooper claims his sexual assault arrest was part of an elaborate political scheme.
State
The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy and assistance in filing victims’ compensation claims.
Courts
Hooper was facing a felony sexual assault charge.
Courts
Hooper had been charged with felony sexual assault, but the alleged victim refused to cooperate with his prosecution.
Featured Opinion
Hooper’s accuser seems to have successfully matched his power with some of her own. And she just might be winning.
Courts
After the alleged victim asked that charges be dropped, a chief deputy DA said moving forward is "almost impossible."
Courts
Hooper was indicted on a felony sexual assault charge earlier this month following an incident at a Montgomery restaurant.
Prisons
A judge found that officials at the prison were shielded by qualified immunity, but the incarcerated man had presented evidence of First Amendment violations.
Courts
A jury awarded Moore $8.2 million in damages.
