Car accidents raise many legal issues. Being a passenger in a car accident can make a seemingly simple accident twice as complicated. Can you sue the driver of the car you were riding in? If you do, who pays for your injuries? Questions like these make suing for accident injuries as a passenger a complex […]
Each accident creates its own factual and legal issues. But when multiple cars are involved, things can get complicated. For example, in a two-car accident, deciding who caused the accident is one of the most complex issues. When three or more cars are involved, the question, “Who was at fault?” becomes even more difficult. This […]
Drinking and driving remains one of the most preventable yet persistent threats on Alabama’s roadways. In one recent year, Alabama saw 4,657 crashes involving suspected alcohol or drug impairment, resulting in 187 deaths. If you sustained injuries or lost a loved one because of a drunk driver’s reckless decision, contact Collins Law, LLC to schedule […]
Distracted driving is a leading cause of Alabama car accidents. According to Drive Safe Alabama, there were 65 deaths related to distracted driving in a recent year, and a texting driver is 23 times more likely to get into a wreck compared to a non-texting driver. Drivers should familiarize themselves with the causes of distracted […]
You’ve probably seen a movie or television show where a lawyer brings a surprise witness into the courtroom at the last second to save the day. In real life, there are no surprise witnesses. However, these movies and shows get one thing right: good evidence is the only way to win a case. In this […]
When you sustain a serious injury in a car accident caused by someone else, you need to take time off work while you’re healing. How will you pay your medical bills? Can you claim compensation for the wages you lose while you’re not working? Yes, you can. You can file an insurance claim or lawsuit […]
Car accidents don’t just cause physical pain. Even “minor” accidents can create major money issues. According to the National Safety Council, the average cost of a non-fatal, non-disabling car accident injury is $42,000. It’s normal to wonder where you’ll get the money to cover medical bills, lost time from work, and other accident-related costs. If […]
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you might have a lot of questions. “How long will it take for me to heal?” “How much will the doctor’s visits cost?” “Should I file a car accident lawsuit?” You might worry about filing a car accident lawsuit. This is especially true if you don’t know […]
A negligent driver hits your car. You call the police and see a doctor the same day. Everything’s fine, right? Maybe not. While some car crash injuries—cuts, bruises, and broken bones—are obvious immediately, other serious injuries may take days, weeks, or even months to appear. What should you do if your car accident injuries don’t […]