Car Accidents

Posted in Car Accidents,Personal Injury,Truck Accidents on January 31, 2020

Every year, large trucks play a role in thousands of serious and fatal traffic accidents. Although commercial trucking is an integral part of the economy, negligent trucking companies and their drivers can put other roadway users at risk. In 2017, 4,657 deadly car accidents involved big rigs. Many of these fatal accidents were rollovers, in… read more

Posted in Alabama Law,Car Accidents,Safety on December 26, 2019

Traveling with young children is not always easy. You might recognize the immense importance of using a safety-approved car seat to protect your child, yet one might not always be available if you are traveling via taxi or rideshare vehicle. It might also be illegal in Alabama to travel with your child without using a… read more

Posted in Car Accidents,Safety on November 29, 2019

Many activities become more dangerous while pregnant. Carrying a baby comes with unique risks to you and your unborn child. Recognizing potential hazards and how to mitigate them can prevent serious injuries to you and your baby. Although driving can have unique risks for pregnant women, you can retain your independence far into your pregnancy… read more

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

You might know what to do if you get in a car accident – remain at the scene, exchange information, call the police – but what about when you are a witness? If you are one of the first people to the scene of an auto accident, be a Good Samaritan. Render aid to crash… read more

Posted in Alabama Law,Car Accidents,Personal Injury on October 30, 2019

Children are extremely vulnerable in car accidents. They have softer bones and weaker muscles that can more easily sustain serious injuries in crashes than adults. Car accidents are a top cause of child death in the U.S. According to the CDC, in 2017, 675 children 12 years and younger died in motor vehicle accidents. Another… read more

Posted in Alabama Law,Car Accidents on October 16, 2019

Everyone must do his or her part to help prevent automobile accidents in Alabama. Drivers and lawmakers alike must work together to make the roadways safer. Like most states, Alabama has a Move Over Law that aims to improve the safety of workers such as emergency first responders and law enforcement officers. The Move Over… read more

Posted in Alabama Law,Car Accidents on September 6, 2019

More than one in three drivers will get into injury or fatal car accidents in Alabama in their lifetimes, according to 2017 crash data. The Alabama Department of Transportation reported 156,993 total traffic accidents in Alabama in 2017, with 47,771 injuries and 948 deaths. Lawmakers in the state strive to bring down these numbers with… read more

Posted in Alabama Law,Car Accidents,Insurance Law on July 10, 2019

Suffering serious personal injuries in a car accident in Alabama does not have to force you into financial strife. If someone else negligently or willfully caused the car accident, that person could owe you financial compensation for your injuries, medical treatments and other damages. You may be able to obtain monetary benefits through an insurance… read more

Posted in Car Accidents,Personal Injury on June 28, 2019

In February this year, Huntsville was the wettest month ever recorded, with a total rainfall of 12.6 inches. Severe rainstorms and thunderstorms normally cause flooding during the rainy season. Flash flooding during these times is especially dangerous because it can occur without warning while you are on the roadway. This makes driving and anything else… read more

Posted in Acquisitions,Car Accidents,Motorcycle Accidents,Personal Injury,Slip and Fall on May 6, 2019

Anyone who has spent time looking for a personal injury attorney for any type of legal matter, you have likely seen advertisements for free consultations. Many attorneys offer free consultations, but it is important to understand why and what these consultations entail. Additionally, you may wonder why you would ever pay for a consultation with… read more