March 16, 2025 / Personal Injury

Weird Alabama Laws

Many of Alabama’s strangest laws date back to a time when society had different concerns and priorities. Some were created to address very specific local issues, while others were meant to enforce moral standards that have since changed. Over the years, these laws have simply been forgotten rather than repealed. Since they’re not actively enforced, […]

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March 14, 2025 / Car Accidents

What Happens If a Cop Car Hits You?

Car accidents are stressful, but what happens if you get into a police car accident? Whether you were stopped at a light, driving down the road, or even parked, being hit by a police car can leave you confused and unsure of what to do next. Unlike accidents with regular drivers, crashes involving law enforcement […]

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February 24, 2025 / Wrongful Death

What Is Double Indemnity?

Indemnity is a type of insurance contract whereby the insurance company agrees to compensate another party for losses or damages. A common type of indemnity policy is a life insurance policy. In exchange for premiums paid by the owner, the insurance company agrees to compensate a beneficiary when the insured dies. Double indemnity is a […]

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February 19, 2025 / Car Accidents

Who You Can Sue After a Car Accident: 7 Possibilities Under Alabama Law 

In Alabama, the laws surrounding car accidents and liability are particularly intricate. The state’s contributory negligence law can complicate matters further, as it may limit your ability to collect damages if you are found even slightly at fault. This makes it crucial to clearly understand all the potential parties who could be held liable. Knowing […]

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February 7, 2025 / Personal Injury

What Is the Average Settlement for a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

Most workers in Alabama are covered by workers’ compensation insurance. If they are injured on the job, they may be entitled to benefits under the Alabama Workers’ Compensation Act. Knowing the types of benefits and compensation you could receive for a workers’ compensation claim can help you understand what we consider when determining the average […]

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January 31, 2025 / Car Accidents

Can You Sue for a Car Accident If You Are Not Hurt?

When most people think about car accidents, they often imagine serious collisions that lead to severe injuries. However, not all car accidents result in physical harm. Sometimes, you might find yourself in a car accident where, thankfully, no one is injured.  But you might still wonder: can you sue for a car accident if you […]

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January 16, 2025 / Car Accidents

How to File a Car Accident Claim with Progressive

Getting into a car accident is stressful enough without worrying about how to file an insurance claim. If you’re dealing with Progressive after a car accident, it’s important to know what steps to take to ensure your claim is handled smoothly. An experienced Birmingham auto accident attorney will navigate the claims process and recover the […]

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January 16, 2025 / Car Accidents

What Happens if You Are Injured by an Uber Driver? 

Ridesharing apps have become a major part of everyday life, including in Alabama. However, accidents can happen even when you’re using a service like Uber to get around. If you end up injured by an Uber driver—whether as a passenger, pedestrian, or occupant of another vehicle—you may face medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, […]

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January 14, 2025 / Car Accidents

Do You Need A Front License Plate In Alabama?

Twenty-nine U.S. states require motorists to display a license plate on both the front and rear of a vehicle, but Alabama is not one of them. Like every state, Alabama has its own regulations about license plates. A license plate is a vehicle’s “ID,” and officials in Alabama think that displaying only one plate on […]

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January 7, 2025 / Personal Injury

What is Rubbernecking?

“Rubbernecking” is a hazardous driving behavior that occurs when a driver excessively diverts their attention from the road, often turning their head so far to observe something that it gives the impression their neck is as flexible as rubber. There are many ways to “rubberneck,” and all of them are extremely dangerous. Rubbernecking can cause […]

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