In Alabama and across the United States, pedestrian safety is a growing concern. Distracted driving, drowsy driving, drivers who are under the influence, recklessness and other driver behaviors put everyone at risk. Pedestrians, however, are in greater jeopardy...
From the moment one wakes until they go to sleep, it is likely that he or she is on their phone numerous times. While it is common for individuals in Alabama and elsewhere to rely on this technology, there is one place one should not utilize their phone and that is...
The catalysts for road dangers and auto accidents is consistently studied to try and formulate strategies to reduce the risk. One of the most prominent reasons for crashes in recent years has been distracted driving. This has coincided with the increased use of...
Car accidents may be common, but the aftermath can be stressful, time-consuming, and frustrating. Once an accident occurs, an injured person’s priorities are often about addressing immediate injuries, the safety of all those impacted and collecting the other party’s...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Because our roads tend to be less burdened than some other larger areas of the country, we may forget the dangers we face every day on the roads. Those dangers are much worse though for motorcycle riders because motorcycles do not offer the same protection as a...
