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Motorcycle passengers can’t control what the driver does. Despite this, if a crash happens, they can suffer serious injuries. If you were injured as a motorcycle passenger, you may have an insurance or personal injury claim against another driver, the motorcycle operator, or someone else. This article discusses who a motorcycle passenger might file a […]
Large commercial trucks can cause devastating injuries, especially when they collide with typical passenger vehicles. The truck driver is not automatically responsible when a tractor-trailer, also known as a big rig or a semi-truck, is involved in a crash. However, federal research on trucking accidents shows that truck driver actions often play a major role […]
Car accidents are stressful experiences. Auto accidents cause financial stress and physical injuries, both of which rank among life’s most stressful events. If you’re wondering is Alabama a no-fault state? the answer is no. Alabama follows a fault-based insurance system, meaning the driver responsible for a crash is generally liable for the resulting damages. However, if […]
A concussion is a serious brain injury that can affect your memory and mood. This can affect your relationships, job, and much more. While some concussions are diagnosed immediately, others can go unnoticed for weeks or longer. Concussions are strongly associated with car accidents. According to the most recent statistics from the Centers for Disease […]
When a truck loses control and causes an accident, it’s natural to focus on the driver. However, the problem may have started hours earlier. Trucks that are weighed down with too much freight or loads that are improperly secured can cause serious accidents. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s study of truck crash […]
April Collins, the founder of Collins Law, LLC, recently appeared on PILMMA’s Grow Your Law Firm podcast with host Ken Hardison. The episode was released on August 7, 2026, and titled “From Basement Startup to Firm Growth With April Collins.” PILMMA, which stands for Personal Injury Lawyer Marketing & Management Association, releases new episodes of […]
Whether it’s beer at the ballgame, wine with dinner, or mimosas at brunch, alcohol is a major part of American culture. While an occasional drink isn’t necessarily harmful, drinking even one drink before getting behind the wheel of a car can be deadly. This article will help drivers better understand the dangers of drinking and […]
At best, even minor accidents cause stress and aggravation. At worst, accidents cause injuries and death. While no one should suffer through the effects of a car accident, it’s particularly bad when innocent children are hurt because of another’s negligence. Unfortunately, Alabama personal injury attorneys often see cases involving injured children. When a child is […]
The University of Alabama’s Center for Advanced Public Safety (CAPS) maintains data on motor vehicle accidents statewide, including motorcycle accident statistics. While every accident is unique, this data can help us recognize trends. By providing a better understanding of the causes of motorcycle accidents, the CAPS data can help Alabama communities reduce the incidence of […]
A car accident can affect nearly every part of your life. People looking at you from the outside can see the effects of your physical injuries. However, the financial damage caused by the accident is harder for others to see. Government agencies like the National Safety Council report that car accidents cost Americans millions of […]