December 20, 2024 / Personal Injury

How Is Money Divided in a Class Action Lawsuit?

A class action lawsuit allows many people injured in the same way to participate in litigation to recover economic and non-economic damages. One or more victims file the lawsuit as the plaintiffs. They represent the larger “class” of victims injured and harmed by the defendants. Thousands of people may be members of a class action […]

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October 29, 2024 / Personal Injury

What Are The Top 10 Disabilities?

According to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, 28.7% of all adults in the United States have some type of disability. These disabilities encompass a broad spectrum of conditions, each with its own unique symptoms and challenges.  Learn what the top 10 disabilities in the U.S. are (according to Social Security benefits data) […]

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September 27, 2024 / Personal Injury

What Should I Do If I Was Injured at Vulcan Park and Museum?

Injuries can happen anywhere, even at Vulcan Park and Museum in Birmingham, AL. If you were injured due to negligence, you may be entitled to financial recovery for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, it’s important to know the steps you should take to protect your right to compensation after suffering an […]

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August 16, 2024 / Personal Injury

8 Things To Know About Alabama’s Personal Injury Laws

Suppose you suffer a personal injury in Alabama. In that case, you will need to file a claim against the responsible party, whether you were involved in a car accident, a slip and fall accident, or medical malpractice. Certain principles apply to almost all Alabama personal injury claims, especially those based on negligence (carelessness). Below […]

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July 24, 2024 / Personal Injury

How Do Personal Injury Lawyers Get Paid in Alabama?

When someone is injured in an accident that results from another person’s negligence, they have a right to bring a claim against the negligent party to be compensated for their injuries. Unfortunately, many people don’t assert that right because they think they cannot afford an attorney. What those people don’t realize, however, is that the […]

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July 16, 2024 / Personal Injury

How Insurance Companies Avoid Paying Personal Injury Claims

After an accident, victims could face mounting medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses due to their injuries. Those in need of help will turn to insurance companies for help, only to find that help is slow to arrive. Insurance providers are known for tactics that delay or even prevent individuals from getting the financial […]

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March 25, 2024 / Personal Injury

When Can You Sue A Cemetery In Alabama?

A cemetery should be a sacred place of respect where your loved ones are laid to rest and memorialized. As such, Alabama courts hold cemeteries and funeral homes to a high standard of respect and care. If your loved one’s remains are handled improperly or carelessly, you may have legal recourse. What Is Cemetery Negligence? […]

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May 24, 2023 / Personal Injury

What Is Contributory Negligence, And How Does It Apply To Alabama Injury Cases?

Negligence is a concept for personal injury attorneys that has to be proven for an injured party to hold someone legally responsible for their damages. Negligence is essential to a successful personal injury claim across the U.S., but some states’ laws are much stricter and narrower than others — Alabama included. Understanding negligence in Alabama […]

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December 26, 2016 / Personal Injury

Alabama Law On Dog Attacks

Under Alabama law, an owner of a dog can be held liable for injuries to another person. Depending on the specific circumstances of the case, a dog attack victim may be able to recover compensation for his or her injuries under Alabama’s dog attack statute, common law negligence, or premises liability, with the help of […]

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