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Car Accidents and The Holidays
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) data, the state recorded 23 car crash fatalities from December 16th to January 1st, 2017. The victims included 16 car drivers, 4 passengers, 2 pedestrians, and 1 bicyclist. Out of the total 20 victims killed while traveling in vehicles, 11 were not using a seat belt…. Read More »
How Many ATV Accidents Happen Each Year?
All-Terrain vehicles (ATV) are a popular motorized vehicle that allows riders to travel off-road into the outdoors and sometimes at great speeds. Also known as a “quad” or “four wheeler,” they come with three or four-wheels, low-pressure tires, a handlebar for steering, and hand controls for braking and acceleration. The rider straddles the bike. … Read More »
Car Accidents at Railroad Crossings
The statistics are grim. Every year, about 2,100 North Americans are killed or injured at railroad crossings. With 14,000 miles of railroad track and 250,000 railroad crossings in the U.S., people cross these tracks more frequently than they may even realize. Alabama was among the top eight states nationwide with the most crossing… Read More »
Accidents and Big Rigs: How Improper Loads Contribute to Truck Accidents
There is no other mode of transportation more efficient as the trucking industry to deliver goods across Alabama and the rest of the nation. Whether transporting food to a grocery chain, washing machines to big box stores, cars to new car lots, about 70 percent of goods are delivered to their destination by a… Read More »
Caring for a Loved One with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
TBI. Traumatic brain injury. It is not a diagnosis you want to hear. Sometimes humans forget just how fragile we are. Every year, approximately one million Americans will suffer a blow to the head severe enough to seek medical attention. Among children older than a year, traumatic brain injury is a leading cause of… Read More »
5 Boating Safety Tips in Alabama
The open waters of Mobile Bay invite adventurers to absorb the sun, sea, and stress-free experience of sailing and boating. There you can leave behind the cellphones and computers and begin to feel like you are living your life again. But as you depart the land, don’t leave common sense behind as well. Boating… Read More »
Can I File a Wrongful Death Claim in Alabama?
It is important to understand your rights if you are considering filing a wrongful death claim. To file your wrongful death case in Alabama, the person must have passed away in the state in order for the law to apply. A consultation with J. Allen Brown allows you to explore your options during this… Read More »
Kids & Playground Accidents: Playground Safety
Playgrounds are designed to attract youngsters so they can exercise, let off steam, and soak in the sunshine. For the most part, that is what they deliver. But as a careful parent and consumer, there are things you should be aware of concerning playground safety. Not all playgrounds are created equal, and some show… Read More »
I Believe my Dad is being Abused at his Nursing Home, what can I Do?
First of all, we applaud you for being concerned and noticing something is wrong. Many people choose to park their parents in a facility and may not have enough repeat visits to even notice the signs of abuse. So thank you for caring. It is the least we can do for those who raised… Read More »
What Are the Differences Between Filing an Insurance Claim and Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
If you’ve been involved in a serious accident through no fault of your own, there are two different methods through which you can pursue financial compensation for your losses. You can try to obtain compensation through an insurance claim or file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault party. The two methods are considered… Read More »
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