This Birmingham personal injury blog has discussed the dangerous problem of pedestrian accidents and in around the city. A pedestrian accident between a person and vehicle often has devastating results for the victim. Catastrophic injuries like spinal cord damage and...
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Steps of Alabama’s criminal legal process
When a person is arrested for a crime in Alabama it can be an intimidating experience. There are many intricacies of the criminal justice process that a regular person doesn’t know about or understand. The following is a brief overview of the Alabama criminal process...
Ignore that text message when behind the wheel
It can be hard to ignore the ding of a text message or the ringing of a cellphone. Our natural reaction is to answer the text or call and respond as soon as possible. However, one time when it is important to simply ignore your cellphone is while driving. Texting and...
Impairment can occur even if your BAC is below the legal limit
A drink or two at a party this holiday season may seem like no big deal until you are driving home and see red-and-blue lights flashing in your rear-view mirror. Before you know it, you are arrested and charged with drunk driving. Alabama drunk driving laws Most...
Motorcyclists face greater risks in accidents
Motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to be killed in crashes than vehicle motorists and passengers. Survivors frequently suffer catastrophic injuries. Motorcycle accident victims or their families may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit against a negligent or...
More than 40 indicted in alleged opioid drug ring
While many drug arrests involve individual defendants, law enforcement officials are always looking to break up drug trafficking networks. Sometimes they indict many people at a time in large-scale busts of alleged drug rings. Some of the people involved may face...
What car accident victims can do when they need help with damages
Knowing what to do, and the legal resources, options and protections available to car accident victims, following an unexpected car accident is essential for victims. Car accident victims should be aware that a personal injury claim for damages may be able to help...
Why pedestrians can be in an accident and how to prevent one
Pedestrians run a high risk for collision with motor vehicles. In 2017, nearly 6,000 pedestrians were killed, and 137,000 were injured in car accidents. Perhaps you suffered injuries at the hands of a driver in Alabama. You may be able to seek compensation for your...
Your rights during a police vehicle stop
A police vehicle stop can be the beginning of your perilous journey through the criminal justice system. Motorists, however, have rights that are important for a criminal defense against DUI, drug charges and other offenses. Right to remain silent Drivers and other...