Tag: personal injury
If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may have heard the term “contributory negligence.” But what does it mean, and how does it affect your ability to recover compensation in Alabama? This guide explains Alabama’s contributory negligence law, how it differs from other states’ laws, and how an experienced Alabama car accident lawyer can […]
Engaging with an insurance company after a personal injury can be daunting, especially when fighting for fair compensation. However, understanding the legal framework and basics of personal injury claims can help individuals protect their rights and pursue the compensation they deserve. A Birmingham personal injury attorney can provide invaluable assistance in navigating the claims process […]
You’ve been injured in an auto accident. Your injuries heal but your stack of medical bills continues to grow. You know that you need compensation, but you keep putting off the idea of hiring a personal injury lawyer. It’s perfectly normal to be anxious about hiring an attorney. Movies and television portray lawyers in a […]
One of the best things about the holiday season is that it gives us an opportunity to socialize with one another. Many holiday hosts serve alcohol. Sadly, the combination of alcohol and parties leads to an increase in drunken driving. In 2018, drunk drivers caused roughly half of the traffic fatalities on both Christmas Eve and New […]
A business owner gives its employees keys to the company cars. A parent gives his teen the keys to the family sedan. These people may not think that these decisions could lead to legal trouble – but they could. In Alabama, the doctrine of negligent entrustment could make an owner responsible for the things another […]
There are two types of tailgating. One involves fans coming together to cook and eat while they cheer on their favorite team. The other occurs when a driver engages in reckless behavior. This second type of tailgating causes thousands of car accidents in Alabama every year. This post about tailgating will help you understand what […]
Accidents are upsetting. With most accidents, the injured person gains some comfort from knowing that they can pursue legal action against the other driver and his insurance company. But in a hit-and-run accident, once the other driver leaves the scene, getting compensation for injuries becomes more difficult. Hit-and-run crashes are serious events. In Alabama, they […]
Crash fatalities are common in Alabama. In 2019 – the most recent year for which numbers are available – 930 Alabamans died in car crashes. While this number may not seem large, Alabama ranks fifth in the nation for crash fatalities per capita. In 2019, 19 out of every 100,000 Alabamans died in a car accident. The national average […]
May is National Bike Month! Cycling is one of America’s most popular hobbies. In 2019, nearly 50 million Americans rode bikes on a regular basis. The COVID-19 pandemic caused these numbers to skyrocket as people looked for alternative ways to exercise and socialize. So, today, there are more bikes on the road than at any time […]
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may be entitled to damages. However, there are many different types of damages. You likely know that you can recover damages for physical injuries, but you can also receive compensation for emotional harms. Lawyers call these damages “pain and suffering.” Damages for pain and suffering can […]