Personal Injury

Posted in Alabama Law,Car Accidents,Personal Injury on March 12, 2019

If you are seeking compensation for injuries in an Alabama accident, you will need the services of a personal injury attorney in Huntsville. Your lawyer will follow a strict process to file your lawsuit comprehensively and without any errors or setbacks. One step in this process is known as the personal injury pre-action protocol. The… read more

Posted in Alabama Law,Personal Injury on March 11, 2019

If you have suffered an injury in Alabama caused by an accident that was not your fault, you may wonder what your legal options are. Under Alabama law, you may receive financial compensation to recover from these losses. However, you must adhere to the Alabama civil statute of limitations law – you must file your… read more

Posted in Motorcycle Accidents,Personal Injury on February 8, 2019

Motorcyclists in Alabama have the opportunity to use their bikes throughout much of the year. While we enjoy a fairly temperate climate compared to the rest of the country, we may also experience a higher rate of motorcycle accidents resulting in injuries and fatalities as a result. Motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to lose… read more

Posted in Personal Injury,Slip and Fall on February 4, 2019

Alabama might not have the snow and ice of other areas of the country, but rain and other conditions can lead to an environment where slips and falls occur. Knowing the main causes of slips and falls can help you take preventive actions to avoid a personal injury. What Causes Falls? Falls are a leading… read more

Posted in Personal Injury on February 4, 2019

Public health officials in the state of Alabama routinely assess threats to community health and make recommendations for action that help prevent the occurrence of injury, illness, and death to its citizens. In 2014, members of the Alabama Department of Health sourced 19 experts in the field of public health to complete a community health… read more

Posted in Personal Injury on December 21, 2018

Boating is a fantastic leisure activity that many Alabama residents enjoy, but it is vital to know the state’s boating laws to avoid dangerous accidents, legal penalties and having to deal with a personal injury attorney. Prohibited Actions While Boating It is illegal to create a wake while boating in Alabama waters when approaching or… read more

Posted in Alabama Law,Car Accidents,Insurance Law,Personal Injury on December 18, 2018

Every state has unique laws when it comes to negligence in personal injury cases. Unfortunately, Alabama’s contributory negligence law can prevent a plaintiff from recovering compensation in a personal injury claim, if the plaintiff was at all responsible for the claimed damages. Most other states operate under comparative negligence laws that allow a plaintiff to… read more

Posted in Car Accidents,Personal Injury on November 19, 2018

In 2016, an overturning vehicle was the first harmful event in 1,720 car crashes in Alabama. Vehicle overturns caused around 1,180 non-fatal injuries and 50 deaths in 2016. Vehicle rollovers are serious accidents that often cause permanent or fatal injuries. Identifying who or what caused your rollover could lead to financial compensation for your medical… read more

Posted in Car Accidents,Personal Injury on November 12, 2018

Intersection accidents aren’t only common; they’re also extremely dangerous. Intersection collisions often happen when one driver runs a red light or ignores a stop sign. At intersections with traffic signals, drivers may speed up before entering the intersection to “beat the light.” This can result in high-speed head-on collisions or T-bone accidents. Intersection crashes also… read more

Posted in Car Accidents,Personal Injury on November 5, 2018

Rear-end collisions are some of the most common types of accidents on Alabama’s roads. They are the number one type of collision in Alabama work zones, according to data from Drive Safe Alabama. Vehicles striking other vehicles caused 32,222 injuries in 2016 and 456 deaths. Although rear-end collisions can be deadly (especially when they involve… read more