What Is the Car Accident Statute of Limitations in Alabama?
AL Code § 6-2-38 generally gives you two years to file a car accident lawsuit. Your filing deadline begins from the date of your collision. However, some exceptions may apply. What Is the Statute of Limitations? How Does It Affect My Case? The statute of limitations sets the deadline for...
Continue ReadingMarch is Poison Prevention Awareness Week
Every third week of March, Poison Prevention Awareness Week is observed across the United States. Poison exposure is unfortunately far more common than people might think. According to the Mayo Clinic, ‘poisoning’ is any injury or death as a result of swallowing, inhaling, touching, or injecting drugs, chemicals, venoms, or...
Continue ReadingRecord-Breaking $110M Verdict in 3M Military Earplug Lawsuit
A record-breaking $110 million verdict was awarded by a federal jury in Pensacola, Fla., to two veterans in the historical case against The 3M Company. The plaintiffs in the case alleged defective earplugs caused irreparable hearing damage to military veterans. Two U.S. Army veterans were each awarded $55 million –...
Continue ReadingCell Phones a Major Factor in Distracted Driving Car Wrecks Nationwide
Distracted driving has become more prevalent than ever in recent years. The main culprit in the disturbing trend is the device you are likely using right now – cell phones. About eight people in the United States are killed every day in motor vehicle accidents that involve at least one distracted...
Continue ReadingGas Fireplace Glass Fronts Causing Burn Injuries
Winter has arrived, which means any source of heat is beneficial and appreciated. One increasingly popular commodity to spread warmth is gas fireplaces. These fireplaces are a convenient, cozy place to gather with your loved ones, but they pose a dangerous threat, particularly fireplaces protected by a glass front. The...
Continue ReadingNew Year’s Eve Safety Tips and Reminders
The holiday season is here. While the COVID-19 pandemic is unfortunately ongoing, ringing in the New Year through celebration remains important as we look toward a brighter, better 2023. Naturally, there are potential dangers that come with such year-end celebrations. New Year’s Eve is a night that attracts large groups...
Continue ReadingCory Watson Named BBJ 2021 Veteran-Friendly Employer
Cory Watson Attorneys has been named a Birmingham Business Journal 2021 Veteran-Friendly Company, the journal announced on Wednesday. One of just three Birmingham-area employers honored, Cory Watson was selected based on efforts to "hire, recruit, and support" career development of military veterans, along with supporting veterans outside of the company...
Continue ReadingGeorgia Judge Refuses to Throw Out Defective Paragard IUD Claims
A Georgia federal judge has decided not to throw out claims made by nearly 500 plaintiffs alleging defective Paragard birth control devices broke inside their bodies. In September, Teva Pharmaceuticals and The Cooper Companies – makers of the Paragard intrauterine birth control devices (IUDs) – asked U.S. District Judge Leigh...
Continue Reading2021 National School Bus Safety Week
With the schoolyear in full swing, many children and families across the country have likely gotten in the routine of walking to the bus stop and heading to school. Although it's a simple practice of habit, it’s important to remember that school buses--and motor vehicles in general-- pose a dangerous...
Continue ReadingUsing Uber or Lyft in Tennessee? Be Aware of Their Recent Insurance Protection Changes
When you use ridesharing services like Uber or Lyft in Tennessee you may think those companies will provide protection if you are involved in a car wreck. However, there have been recent changes in their auto coverages for passengers that might make you think again. To be clear: If your...
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