Category: Auto Accidents
Alabama law allows car accident victims to file a claim for lost wages if they suffer injuries that prevent them from working. Compensation for lost earnings typically comes through a settlement with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. In some cases, victims may need to file a personal injury…
Going to court is stressful and scary, but you likely won’t have to after an Alabama car accident. Most successful car accident cases settle before court because insurance companies want to avoid the expense and risk of a trial. However, victims with complex cases or conflicting evidence might…
The decision to hire an attorney after a minor car accident largely depends on whether you were injured. In cases involving injuries, you should immediately talk to an Alabama car accident lawyer. An attorney will manage the legal process, deal with insurers, and pursue fair compensation for your…
As a general guideline, people who sustain injuries in a car accident in Alabama have two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in court, seeking compensation for their losses. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations. If you have…
If you learn that your car accident claim exceeds the at-fault party’s insurance limits, you have options. Your uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage, health insurance, or a lawsuit against the other driver can all help you recover more compensation. However, it’s hard to win these…
A deposition in a car accident case is a question-and-answer session where the defendant, plaintiff, eyewitnesses, and experts provide testimony about the collision while under oath. If you pursue a compensation claim after getting hurt in a car crash in Alabama, you and other witnesses supporting your case may…
Because each car accident is unique, there is no way to accurately determine the value of a claim without understanding the specifics involved. Some claims may be worth thousands, while others can range into the millions. At Gartlan Injury Law, we’ll take the time to carefully review the…
If you operate a motor vehicle in Alabama, you need to know state traffic regulations – including the texting and driving law. It’s against the law in Alabama for drivers to text with a wireless communication device, like a smartphone or tablet, while driving. Drivers under 18 with…
Two options are available for filing a claim with Safeway Insurance. If you have an online account, log in to the website and report the accident. You can create an account if you don’t already have one. You can also report the accident and begin your claim by…
There are two easy ways to get a copy of your Alabama crash report from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). You can order a copy online from the ALEA website. Or you can stop by any ALEA Driver’s License Office and request a copy in person. The…