Our Personal Injury Legal Blog
If you have been hurt in a car accident, you likely have questions about how you will pay for your medical bills, repairs to your vehicle and other unexpected expenses. You may also wonder, “Will I need to hire a lawyer to handle my accident claim?” The answer…
In Alabama, all drivers are required to carry minimum insurance policy amounts of $25,000 for bodily injury liability (per person), $50,000 maximum for all bodily injuries (per accident), and $25,000 maximum for property damage liability (per accident). This coverage is known as 25/50/25. If a driver does not…
If you’ve been hurt by a drunk driver in Alabama, it’s vital to meet with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible so they can conduct a thorough investigation. You may be able to claim compensation for medical expenses, loss of income, and pain and suffering. The…
Alabama law requires you to report a car accident to the police immediately if it results in injury or death. If the crash resulted in injury, death, or over $250 in property damage, you must file a written accident report with the state within 30 days. Failing to…
Uber passengers and drivers alike face the possibility of experiencing sexual assault. However, even when survivors report assaults to the company, Uber doesn’t always adequately resolve those sexual assault claims. Fortunately, survivors can seek justice. Uber sexual assault claims in Alabama provide survivors with a way to seek…
If your vehicle has been hit by an Amazon delivery truck, the steps you take next could affect the outcome of any claim you file for compensation. To strengthen your position, the first step you should take is to make sure that you notify Amazon of the accident…
Have you recently been hurt in a collision involving a FedEx driver? The most critical step after a FedEx accident is to seek immediate medical attention. Once you’ve seen a doctor, here’s what to do next: Follow your doctor’s orders closely to protect your…
Alabama law considers a truck operated to transport passengers or property a “commercial” vehicle if it has a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross combination weight of over 10,000 pounds. A vehicle may also be a commercial truck if it is transporting hazardous materials or is designed…
Accepting the insurance company’s first offer, paying bills, and moving on may be tempting after a car accident in Alabama. After all, you are in a vulnerable financial position. However, accepting an early lowball offer from an auto insurer could be a costly mistake. The key to responding…
When an Alabama car accident was caused by a medical emergency, the driver is liable if they knew or should have known about the medical condition that caused the emergency but didn’t do anything to protect others. While a medical emergency isn’t the fault of the person having…