Year: 2024
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. This article […]
Most accidents happen because a vehicle hits another vehicle. However, cars sometimes hit other things – including pedestrians and cyclists. Although these types of accidents are rare, research shows that they are on the rise. Because cars are heavier and faster than people, car-pedestrian accidents and car-bicycle accidents can cause serious or even fatal injuries. […]
Car accidents are a common occurrence. According to the Alabama Department of Transportation, there were nearly 150,000 car accidents in 2022 alone. But the good news is that most of these accidents can be prevented. Keeping your car well-maintained is one of the most important things you can do to keep yourself and your passengers […]
Car accidents can cause devastating injuries. This is particularly true when the injury affects the brain. The brain is so important that even a minor brain injury can make it difficult for a person to complete the necessary functions of daily life. This article provides helpful information about the common brain injuries suffered after Alabama […]
A car accident can leave you physically hurt, emotionally distressed, and financially burdened. Dealing with insurance companies and navigating legal procedures can be overwhelming. However, an Alabama car accident attorney can help you through this process. Even better, a skilled injury attorney can help you get the money you need to get your life back […]
You’re driving along carefully when, out of the blue, a careless driver hits the back of your car. You get injured and miss work. What are your rights after this rear-end collision? This article discusses the causes of rear-end accidents, common injuries caused by these crashes, and the steps to take after an Alabama rear-end […]
Car accident injuries can make it impossible to work. Losing time from work—and the money that comes with it—can make the financial difficulties caused by a car crash even worse. According to government data, the average injured person loses $15,000 in wages after a car accident. Fortunately, the law allows injured people to recover the […]
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 […]
According to the statistics published by Drive Safe Alabama, in 2022, a car collision was reported every three minutes and 38 seconds. Moreover, in the same year, 986 deaths were reported, while more than a thousand people were severely injured. If you’ve been injured in an accident because of a negligent driver and are left […]
Even though nothing can turn back time after a death, you can take some crucial steps as a family member of the deceased to get a sense of closure and justice for your loss caused by a negligent party. This is where it is important to understand Alabama’s wrongful death laws. Alabama’s wrongful death laws […]