2021 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 ReadingWhat to Do After A Car Accident Injury
Immediately following a car wreck, you may be shaken and upset. The crash was the other driver’s fault, but you’re worried about hospital bills, missing work, and supporting your family. That’s why it’s smart to be prepared for whatever may happen. Have a plan in place so that you know...
Continue ReadingNissan’s Brake Problems Continue, Recalls 86,000 Nissan Murano SUVs
Having your brakes fail while driving can be a terrifying experience. Car accidents caused by bad brakes result in serious, life-threatening injuries for everyone involved, and manufacturers are often quick to blame the driver instead of their defective brakes. Unfortunately, thousands of these faulty brake systems may have been installed...
Continue Reading5 Common Spring Break Injuries to Avoid from a Personal Injury Attorney
The weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer. This means spring is quickly approaching and students will soon be setting out for spring break adventures with friends. But before your child leaves town, be prepared - make sure their vacation won't be wrecked by serious injuries or...
Continue ReadingTwo Dead, 40 Injured in Deadly DeSoto County, Mississippi Tour Bus Accident
A tour bus traveling from Huntsville, Alabama to Tunica, Mississippi crashed on an icy roadway in north Mississippi, 40 miles south of Memphis, Tennessee, on Nov. 14, leaving two dead and more than 40 others injured, according to AL.com. This particular charter bus company has a record of violations on file...
Continue Reading3 Ways Car Accident Lawyers Save You Money
Car accidents happen every single day. According to the Alabama Department of Transportation, there can be more than 120,000 car crashes in a single year. Transportation data shows that the top contributors to auto accidents are: Speeding Drunk Driving Distracted Driving Following too close Failing to yield right of way...
Continue ReadingTraffic Accident Cases in Alabama More Dangerous in Bad Weather
This summer has brought large amounts of rain and many thunderstorms to Alabama. Wet weather can create hazardous driving conditions and increases the likelihood of being involved in a motor vehicle wreck. This may lead one to wonder if there is a car wreck during bad weather, which driver(s) is...
Continue ReadingWhat 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...
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