What to Do If You Are in a Hit and Run
Hit and run wrecks happen often, despite the fact that fleeing the scene of a wreck is illegal in Alabama. Being in a hit and run wreck can be a trying time which is why we have composed a list of steps to take if you or a loved one...
Continue ReadingDistracted Driving is Deadly
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and few things are more distracting when driving than using your phone. Let’s be honest, for most people their smartphone may as well be another appendage. Many of us take our phone everywhere. Smartphones are virtually a necessity in the world we live in...
Continue ReadingThree Common Misconceptions About Alabama Injury Claims
We field a lot of questions from people who have been injured in a car accident. Through those conversations, we’ve discovered a number of common misconceptions that people have about personal injury claims. Below are three of the top myths that many people believe when it comes to injuries resulting...
Continue ReadingSettle Fast and Regret it Later
If you’ve been in a serious accident involving an 18-wheeler, you might be tempted to wait and see what happens with the insurance company before calling a lawyer. Perhaps they'll come back with a decent settlement offer, and if so, you’ll consider taking it. After all, you want to put...
Continue ReadingMedical Bills Leading Cause of Bankruptcy
Did you know medical bills are the leading cause of bankruptcy? It’s true. And a lot of those medical bills begin with a car accident. We see it all the time in our profession. A person is injured in a serious accident. They’re scared, can’t work, and don’t know how they’re...
Continue ReadingCar Crash Fatality Statistics Impact Alabama Drivers
Driving statistics are important, as they provide us a glimpse into the trends and dangers that impact Alabama drivers as a whole. With that information, we can adjust our driving habits to make roads safer for everyone. Recently, the Auto Insurance Center released a report with some interesting statistics. Here are a...
Continue ReadingCar Accidents May Lead to Foreclosure
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, be prepared to make some important decisions in the near future. For instance, deciding whether or not to call a lawyer could impact the rest of your life. Sound dramatic? Well, it can be. Over the past 30 years, we’ve seen too...
Continue ReadingThe Hidden Costs of a Car Accident
Car accident costs are deceiving. Most people assume the devastation is limited to personal injuries and property damage. On the surface, that makes sense. However, there are often hidden costs to an accident that might surprise you. There’s no way to anticipate what the full extent of your recovery is...
Continue ReadingTips for Defusing Aggressive Drivers
There are thousands of car accidents in Alabama every year, many of which result in fatalities. Although a number of factors contribute to these unfortunate deaths, such as inclement weather or mechanical issues, the leading cause is something altogether avoidable: aggressive driving. (more…)
Continue ReadingCar Accident Fatalities Higher in Alabama
According to the CDC, Alabama has one of the highest fatality rates for car accidents in the country. Some attribute this to the fact that many accidents happen in rural areas, far from medical facilities that could ultimately save the lives of those involved. That’s a scary statistic for folks...
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