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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…
U.S. Route 431 is the most dangerous road in Alabama. It is a major north-south state highway that runs along the eastern part of the state. For decades, it has been called the “highway to hell.” What Makes US Hwy 431 So Dangerous? Route 431 is dangerous for…
Workers’ compensation insurance provides benefits to Alabama employees who get hurt or become ill while performing their job-related tasks. Injured and sick workers are entitled to medical treatment and weekly wage replacement benefits, among others. Is My Employer Required to Provide Workers’ Compensation? Companies with at least five…
Alabama’s Dram Shop Act makes business owners who knowingly serve alcohol to a visibly intoxicated person legally responsible for injuries they cause due to their intoxication. Liable parties can include owners of bars, restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, liquor stores, and clubs. The legislature recently reformed this law…
You could still qualify for workers’ compensation benefits in Alabama if you aggravate a pre-existing condition or injury while performing job-related tasks. But if you can’t prove the aggravating factors are related to your work, you might not get the benefits you deserve. Getting workers’ compensation for aggravating…
Alabama’s guest passenger law prohibits social passengers from suing the person who drove them after an accident. You might be unable to recover compensation for your medical bills and other expenses if your friend was responsible for the crash. However, there are some exceptions to this law. What…
In Alabama, workers can report their injuries to their employers. The employer will then file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits on their behalf. Workers should receive benefits after suffering a work-related injury. However, employers and their insurers sometimes delay or deny benefits claims. Although you should familiarize…
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, a fully loaded tractor-trailer traveling 55 miles per hour requires 196 feet to come to a complete stop under ideal conditions. Road surfaces, weather, and other factors can increase the stopping distance of a commercial truck. Why Do Trucks Have…