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At Collins Law, LLC, we aim to educate our clients about personal injury law in Alabama. The more you know, the more empowered you are to move forward and win your case. We update our blog periodically and keep you updated on the latest news and changes in Alabama law.
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The typical car accident case focuses on injuries caused by the crash. But what if you were injured before the accident? What if the car accident made that injury worse? Personal injury lawyers call injuries or illnesses that were present before the accident preexisting conditions. This article will explain more about preexisting conditions and how […]
7,388 pedestrian deaths occurred in 2021 in the United States. Pedestrian accidents can have devastating consequences, resulting in severe injuries and emotional trauma. Much more so than an auto accident collision. If you or a loved one has been involved in a pedestrian accident, seeking legal assistance is crucial to protecting your rights. This will help […]
There are around 39.5 million personal injury cases in the US every year that require medical treatment. An injury is never ideal, and sometimes it will happen due to something that wasn’t your fault. If this is the case, you might be entitled to compensation, but you need to go about things the right way. […]
Have you been in an accident where you had a few injuries? If so, you may be trying to file a personal injury claim to get the money back that you have lost through medical bills, lost work, and other damages. But you may not know how to go about it and are seeking legal […]
After an accident, one of the biggest questions clients have is, “Who will pay my medical bills?” And for good reason. A Centers for Disease Control (CDC) study found that the average emergency room visit after a car accident costs about $3,300. Accident-related hospital stays can average $57,000 over an injured person’s lifetime. So, it’s […]
About one million Americans go to the ER yearly for a fall-related injury, and one in five falls result in serious injuries. A slip and fall lawyer can help you get compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and more. Read on to learn the specific ways that a Madison, AL attorney can assist you after an accident. […]
In 2021, there were 62 million injuries in the US, which resulted in over $1.22 trillion in costs. In addition to these costs, the victims often suffer painful injuries, some of which have long-term health effects. If you’ve recently had an accident, then it can be worth pursuing a lawsuit. The first step is booking an […]
Being injured in a car accident can change everything. Most car accident survivors want life to go back to normal as soon as possible. A settlement is one way to make that happen. Car accident settlements are quite common. Contrary to what we see in movies and television, over 90 percent of all car accident […]
In 2021 alone, there were nearly 6,000 fatal accidents involving large trucks. If you’re in an accident with a truck, there’s a greater risk of serious injury and even death compared to a typical car accident. Going through such a life-changing event is overwhelming any way you look at it, but different types of truck accidents […]
In 2020, there were over 6,500 deaths from pedestrian accidents. It’s likely that most of these deaths could have been prevented. Although in some cases the pedestrians are at fault, there are times when a negligent driver is to blame for a fatal accident. If you are a driver on the road, especially through city streets, […]