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A Closer Look at PTSD After Surviving a Truck Accident in Alabama
PTSD. Post-traumatic stress disorder. You may have heard about PTSD in association with the trauma suffered from exposure to a military battle where one comes close to death. Memories may be triggered by loud noises or exposure to any life-altering experience. But PTSD can come from more than reliving a military battle. Any experience… Read More »
Should You Settle or Litigate Your Alabama Car Crash Claim?
If you are unfortunate enough to be in an Alabama car crash, many thoughts go through your mind. First, take care of any injuries. That is the priority. Make sure those injured, even slightly, receive medical care. That is important because soft tissue injuries may not be apparent immediately after the car crash. Then… Read More »
Blind Spots: The Often Overlooked Culprit in Alabama Motorcycle Accidents
We’ve all witnessed a motorcycle zooming past us on Alabama roadways. Perhaps it was maneuvering between cars or passing in the fast lane. It’s crucial to understand that motorcycles are not just fast; when their operators are reckless, they are among the most vulnerable travelers on the road. Unlike vehicle occupants, motorcycle riders have… Read More »
Big Truck Accident Responsibility: The Importance of Holding Trucking Companies Accountable
Of all the personal injuries our office sees, a crash with a big truck is among the most devastating. A minor fender bender with a vehicle weighing up to 80,000 pounds is rare. Instead, you or your loved ones may be impacted by an enormous mass of metal that can permanently alter lives. We… Read More »
The Connection Between Trucking Accidents and Sleep Apnea
When a commercial truck is involved in an accident with a passenger vehicle or even another truck, the potential for serious injuries or death is very high. In Alabama, from 2017 to 2021, an average of 130 people lost their lives in Alabama truck collisions, according to TRIP, the National Transportation Research Group. Nationwide… Read More »
How Personal Injury Settlements Are Different from Jury Verdicts in Alabama
Going to court is never fun, but you are in it to right a wrong. Ultimately, you seek compensation for someone else’s negligence that has harmed you or someone you love. Whether you are injured, out of work, or have mounting medical bills with no transportation at this time, it’s imperative that you understand… Read More »
The Psychological Impact of Truck Accidents on Victims and Their Families
When you look at a personal injury claim, it’s easy to think about your lost income and the physical injuries you’ve endured. But many people forget about the mental and psychological trauma they have also been put through because of their accident. Consider truck accidents—these are more likely than other types of collisions to… Read More »
What to Expect at Each Stage of a Personal Injury Claim
You are lucky if you have never had to file a personal injury claim. Unfortunately, many of us may have to file one when we suffer injury or harm in an accident caused by a negligent person. The cause could be a car or truck accident, a motorcycle or bicycle accident, a dog bite,… Read More »
The Impact of Road Rage on Car Accidents
Get behind the wheel, and don’t be surprised if you encounter problems on the road. Some drivers are exceedingly slow. Others pass between cars and cut you off. For most of us, it’s an annoyance and just part of driving. But for others, when you combine heightened annoyance with aggression, road rage incidents can… Read More »
How is Fault Determined in an Alabama Auto Accident?
In Alabama, they determine who is at fault for an auto accident when they decide who is negligent. When asking what a responsible person would do in a circumstance, say driving, the negligent individual did not do that. They did not act reasonably but rather with reckless disregard for the safety of others. Fault… Read More »
