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All About Red Light Running Accidents
Have you ever been behind the wheel at an intersection and seen someone run the red light? Most of us have, and you can’t help but think – what if I had been in that intersection as the light allowed? While most of us follow the rules, there is always someone who is in… Read More »
Should I Hire a Lawyer for a Minor Traffic Accident?
If you are involved in a minor car accident, say a fender bender or an impact with another car resulting in minor damage, you might ask yourself, should you hire a lawyer or try and resolve it on your own? Alabama is one of a handful of states that follow the “contributory negligence” doctrine…. Read More »
How Dashcam Footage Can Impact a Car Accident Case
Have you ever wished you had recorded a car accident just before it happened? You could see that the other driver was changing lanes erratically and driving way above the safe speed limit. If only there were some way to show others what you witnessed on the road? Technology has integrated itself into every… Read More »
When Can Mediation be Used in a Personal Injury Claim?
After filing a personal injury lawsuit, going to trial is one real option to seek compensation. Whether an auto accident, a big-rig collision, a motorcycle, slip and fall, a dog bite, or a workplace accident, your lawyer will try and negotiate with the insurance company to reach a settlement with the at-fault party. If… Read More »
The Hidden Dangers of Sun Glare Accidents
Sharon had just started a walking regimen and was proud of her 50-pound weight loss. It propelled her to get up every morning and hit the streets again. But tragically, one morning, she was hit by a car near her home. The driver was facing the glaring morning sun and didn’t even see her…. Read More »
What Is a Contingency Fee and How Does it Affect You and Your Personal Injury Case?
You have been injured and are considering hiring an attorney. But you can’t afford a lawyer. Unless you’ve previously been involved in a lawsuit, most Americans don’t realize that personal injury lawyers are almost always paid on a contingency fee basis. There is generally no money needed up-front to pay your attorney. They will… Read More »
Determining Lost Wages in a Personal Injury Claim
If you suffer the results of a personal injury accident, you may have to spend some time on the mend. An auto accident may render you unable to walk without assistance; a dog bite means you can’t use your hand; a slip and fall accident may keep you in bed for some time because… Read More »
Do I Have a Wrongful Death Case?
If you have recently lost a loved one, you may be wondering if you have the right to take legal recourse. At the Law Offices of J. Allan Brown, our legal team can advise you on your particular case. In order to prove negligence, you will need to show that someone else owed a… Read More »
What are the Most Common Causes of Head-On Collisions?
They are some of the deadliest auto accidents. A head-on collision, also called a “frontal” crash, occurs when two vehicles hit each other while traveling facing toward each other. This type of collision usually happens when one vehicle travels out of its lane and into the oncoming car. If both vehicles are going 30… Read More »
Common Internal Injuries That Happen in an Accident
After an accident, many people say they are okay, but that may not be the case internally. Consider hitting the dashboard, the roof, the airbags, or a steering wheel, and you likely suffered some trauma to the body. You may want to believe you are okay, but internally you have no idea unless there… Read More »
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