Category: Accident Lawyer
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
When most people think of car accident injuries, cuts, broken bones, concussions, and other injuries typically come to mind. However, car accidents often create emotional injuries in addition to physical ones. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is common. Nearly half of all car accident survivors report symptoms of PTSD after their crashes. Because PTSD is so […]
You’re safely driving through an intersection when another vehicle suddenly slams into the side of your car. This type of crash – commonly known as an angle, broadside, side-impact, or T-bone collision – is one of the most frequent. Statistics show that T-bone accidents are more likely to cause injuries and fatalities than other types […]
Broadside collisions, also known as T-bone accidents, are among the most dangerous types of motor vehicle crashes. These accidents can happen in many places, and they can have significant physical, emotional, and financial consequences. To protect your safety and your legal rights in a broadside accident, it’s important to understand where these collisions most frequently […]
Car accidents can cause a wide range of injuries. But what’s the difference between a “normal” injury and a serious injury? And how can this difference affect your Alabama personal injury claim? This article explains the factors that separate serious accident injuries from typical injuries. Read on to learn more and discover how a Birmingham […]
Truck drivers play a vital role in keeping our economy going. However, according to ALDOT, large trucks – including 18-wheelers – were responsible for 134 deaths in 2023. One of the major factors in truck accidents is fatigued driving. To prevent fatigued driving, both federal and Alabama laws limit how many hours truck drivers can […]
Riding a motorcycle requires different skills than driving a passenger car, which is why Alabama now requires all motorcycle riders to have a specific motorcycle license. For many years, a standard driver’s license was sufficient, but no longer. Make sure you know and follow the rules to avoid any legal issues while riding. Understanding Alabama’s […]