Electric scooters have transformed how people get around Alabama’s cities. They’re accessible and affordable, but they’ve also raised new questions about safety and responsibility. States and cities have responded with laws and regulations that apply to electric scooter (e-scooter) riders. This article explains how both Alabama state law and local Birmingham ordinances work to protect […]
Degenerative disc disease is common, especially in adults over 40. This often leads people to ask an important question after a crash: can a car accident cause degenerative disc disease? When an accident is involved, insurers may try to reduce or deny your claim by blaming age instead of trauma. So how can you fight […]
In 2023, nearly 800 Alabama pedestrians were injured or killed in car accidents. Because people are more fragile than cars, it’s no surprise that these accident injuries can be very expensive. Recent reports show that the average cost for pedestrian-motor vehicle injuries was $135,558 – the highest of all the categories measured. Because pedestrian injuries […]
What makes motorcycle accidents especially dangerous, and how do many motorcycle crashes happen? The primary reason is that other motorists often fail to maintain an adequate lookout for motorcycles on the road, which is particularly hazardous when they are making a left turn. What Is the Primary Cause of Motorcycle Crashes? The common element in […]
If you have a pre-existing condition that gets aggravated in a car accident, you can still recover compensation through an auto insurance claim in Alabama. The at-fault driver’s insurer may try to convince you that your pre-existing injury aggravation isn’t covered. However, with an experienced attorney on your side, you can fight back and demand […]
Sudden injuries can derail your life. They can be caused by a slip and fall in a grocery store parking lot, a car running a stop sign, or a semi-truck causing a pile-up accident on the highway. Someone made a mistake or failed to fix a safety hazard, and you were seriously injured as a […]
How much time do you have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Alabama? The answer depends on the type of claim, and the law doesn’t provide much room for mistakes. If you wait too long, you could lose the right to sue entirely, no matter how strong your case might be. Prompt action allows […]
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving is a factor in 12 percent of injury-causing collisions. Distracted driving is a significant public health concern, and distracted drivers can be financially liable for the injuries they cause. If you have injuries from an accident with a distracted driver, an Alabama car accident […]
According to the Insurance Information Institute, roughly 4.5 percent of drivers with collision insurance coverage had a successful claim in one recent year. For claims involving bodily injury, the average value was $26,501. As Alabamians, we trust insurance companies to be there for us when accidents happen because of someone else’s carelessness. We also know […]
Between the expensive medical bills and being unable to work, injuries after a car accident can drastically change your life. One way to regain stability and peace of mind is through a car accident insurance settlement. With a settlement, you can recover financial compensation for your injury-related losses, such as medical bills, lost work income, […]