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Have you been injured in a car accident in Alabama? The aftermath of a car crash can be a confusing and frightening time, especially if the accident involved serious injuries. If someone else’s negligence or disregard for safety caused your injuries, you may be entitled to seek compensation….
If someone other than you, your employer, or a co-worker is responsible for your workplace injuries in Alabama, you may be able to pursue two claims — one for workers’ compensation benefits and another one for personal injury compensation. Alabama workers’ compensation law provides benefits if you suffer…
Left-turn accidents are strikingly common in Alabama and across the United States. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, left-hand turns play a role in 22.2 percent of all accidents at intersections. The good news is that drivers can take certain steps to minimize their…
The rules for assigning doctors to workers’ compensation cases in Alabama are strict. You have no guarantee that your preferred doctor will serve as your treating physician. Regardless of who provides your treatment, you must see them and follow their instructions. If you don’t, you could jeopardize your…
If you have been hurt in a car accident, you likely have questions about how you will pay for your medical bills, repairs to your vehicle and other unexpected expenses. You may also wonder, “Will I need to hire a lawyer to handle my accident claim?” The answer…
In Alabama, all drivers are required to carry minimum insurance policy amounts of $25,000 for bodily injury liability (per person), $50,000 maximum for all bodily injuries (per accident), and $25,000 maximum for property damage liability (per accident). This coverage is known as 25/50/25. If a driver does not…
If you’ve been hurt by a drunk driver in Alabama, it’s vital to meet with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible so they can conduct a thorough investigation. You may be able to claim compensation for medical expenses, loss of income, and pain and suffering. The…
Alabama law requires you to report a car accident to the police immediately if it results in injury or death. If the crash resulted in injury, death, or over $250 in property damage, you must file a written accident report with the state within 30 days. Failing to…
Uber passengers and drivers alike face the possibility of experiencing sexual assault. However, even when survivors report assaults to the company, Uber doesn’t always adequately resolve those sexual assault claims. Fortunately, survivors can seek justice. Uber sexual assault claims in Alabama provide survivors with a way to seek…
If your vehicle has been hit by an Amazon delivery truck, the steps you take next could affect the outcome of any claim you file for compensation. To strengthen your position, the first step you should take is to make sure that you notify Amazon of the accident…