Pedestrian accidents often cause serious injuries and unexpected challenges. If a vehicle hits you, you may qualify for compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. Knowing how to file a claim helps you protect your rights and seek the compensation...
Personal Injury Law
Survey says negligent drivers remain a significant hazard
As millions of Americans prepare for holiday travel, many are increasingly concerned about highway safety. A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that nearly half of U.S. adults believe driving in their area has become more dangerous since the COVID-19 pandemic...
Should I settle my personal injury claim?
An injury due to someone else’s negligence can come with many financial and personal repercussions. Alabama victims who have received injuries in car crashes or other events may require time away from work, which can reduce or eliminate their income during recovery....
Deadly crashes are on the rise in Alabama
When you are on the road, you are sharing space with individuals who may or may not be as cautious and attentive as you are. You could face exposure to the risk of accidents that can cause injury or death due to the recklessness and negligence of others. Statistics...
Distracted driving continues to be a significant safety concern
When behind the wheel, the main priority of a driver should be the safe operation of the vehicle and focusing on the task at hand. However, many drivers still engage in behaviors that are dangerous and distracting, such as texting. In fact, distracted driving is one...
Traumatic brain injury after a car accident
If you have experienced the trauma of a car accident, you know how significant the impact of this type of event can be. In addition to the mental duress and emotional scarring that often comes with a serious motor vehicle accident, you may also be struggling with...
Smartphone addiction could be responsible for safety issues
Most drivers have smartphones, which means that each individual travels from place to place with a device that can cause distraction in a number of different ways. Many people lack the ability to avoid using their phones while driving, and distraction has now become a...
What are the most dangerous places to drive in Alabama?
If you are an Alabama driver, you have experienced first-hand the traffic congestion, bad driving habits and poorly maintained roads that impact all motorists in the state. However, there are certain areas in the state that may be more dangerous than others. Accident...
How do you determine who is at fault for an accident or injury?
The aftermath of an accident can be complicated and overwhelming, and you may be unsure of how you can pick up the pieces and move forward after this type of event. If the incident that left you injured is the result of the reckless or negligent actions of another...
What types of damages can you claim through an injury claim?
The aftermath of an accident is difficult. In the moment that you suffer an injury because of the actions of someone else, you could end up with painful injuries, extensive damage to your property and other losses that impact multiple areas of your life. If you are...