Motor Vehicle Accidents a Leading Cause of Death in Alabama and Nationwide
In 2020, unintentional accidents, or “preventable deaths,” were the 4th-leading cause of death in the United States after heart disease, cancer, and COVID-19. With 238 million motorists behind the wheel across the U.S., it's unfortunately no surprise that the leading cause of “unintentional accident” deaths were motor vehicle accidents, with...
Continue ReadingWrongful Death FAQ
What Qualifies as a Wrongful Death Lawsuit? Any incident where someone’s death was caused by another party’s negligence can be cause for a wrongful death claim. For example, if a drunk driver struck and killed an innocent motorist or pedestrian, the family of the deceased might file a wrongful death...
Continue ReadingAuto Insurance FAQ
What Should I Do Before Filing an Insurance Claim? Before filing an insurance claim, make sure you’ve already: Called the police to file a report at the scene of your wreck Sought out medical attention Gathered picture and video evidence at the scene of your wreck Collected the at-fault drivers’...
Continue ReadingWhat Is the Average Settlement for a Car Accident in Alabama?
There is no average settlement for a car accident in Alabama. The amount of compensation you can receive will depend on the details of your car accident case. A lawyer from our firm can help you calculate the total cost of your damages. This will help you reach a fair...
Continue ReadingWhat Is the Tennessee Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations?
You have one year to file a wrongful death lawsuit according to Tennessee’s wrongful death statute of limitations, TN Code § 28-3-104. This means you generally have one year from the date your loved one passed away to file your lawsuit against the party that harmed them. Because wrongful death...
Continue ReadingKia Faulty Airbag Recall – September 2022 Update
HAVE YOU SUFFERED FROM A FAULTY AIRBAG IN A KIA VEHICLE? In January 2022, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a safety recall report regarding faulty airbags in Kia vehicles that fail to deploy when necessary. This recall followed an NHTSA report that indicated over 400,000 Kia-manufactured vehicles could...
Continue ReadingHow Long After a Car Accident Can You File a Claim in Alabama?
In Alabama, how long you have to file a car accident claim depends on the insurer’s deadlines. Most insurers want to know about collisions as soon as they happen. Some insurance companies even have apps, allowing injured claimants to immediately report these incidents. However, matters change when it comes to...
Continue ReadingHow Is Fault Determined for Car Accidents in Alabama?
If the aftermath of a car accident results in legal proceedings, fault is determined in Alabama based on the findings of a judge or court. In other cases, liable parties could be determined based on police reports and the negotiations between the insurance companies of involved parties. If you were...
Continue ReadingWhat Is the Average Settlement for a Car Accident in Tennessee?
There is no average settlement for a car accident in Tennessee as each case is different. Before you arrive at a possible settlement figure, you can consider how much damage was done to the vehicle and if you require medical care after the accident. You can also work with a...
Continue ReadingHow Is Fault Determined for Car Accidents in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, fault is determined by weighing each party’s role in a car accident and assigning a percentage to it. Drivers who are more than 50% responsible for the accident cannot recover damages. If both parties are 50% at fault, they, too, cannot recover damages. If you have recently been...
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