(Lowndes County, AL — October 23, 2025) A tragic early-morning multi-vehicle collision on U.S. Highway 80 in Lowndes County, Alabama, claimed the life of a 41-year-old Selma man, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). The crash, which involved two tractor-trailers and multiple vehicles, occurred amid dense fog and led to extended traffic delays as authorities investigated the...
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Hot beverages like coffee and tea are part of many people’s daily routines — but when served carelessly, they can cause serious, life-altering burns. If you were burned by a Starbucks hot coffee, tea, or other beverage because an employee failed to secure the lid properly, you may be entitled to compensation. At Fob James Law Firm, our Starbucks...
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Tailgating—following another vehicle too closely—is one of the leading causes of rear-end collisions in Alabama. Despite being easily preventable, this behavior continues to cause thousands of crashes each year. According to the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), rear-end collisions account for nearly one-third of all traffic accidents statewide. Many of these crashes occur because drivers fail to maintain a...
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Last updated: October 16, 2025 Source: FOX19, AP NEWS Tragic Multi-Vehicle Crash Claims Eight Lives in Jackson County Authorities are investigating a catastrophic tractor-trailer crash that killed a family of eight people on Interstate 85 in Jackson County, Georgia, on October 13, 2025. According to the Georgia State Patrol, a tractor-trailer collided with a Dodge van, igniting a massive...
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Last Updated – October 7, 2025 Source: Al.com; ABC 33/40 Tragic Crash Near Opp, Alabama Claims Two Young Lives The community of Opp, Alabama is mourning the heartbreaking loss of two children who were killed in a head-on collision last Friday night in Covington County. One of the victims was a student at Opp City Schools, according to local...
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(October 6, 2025 – Gadsden, Alabama) – A Jacksonville State University (JSU) student tragically died in a two-vehicle trucking crash near Gadsden, Alabama. The victim has been identified as Elizabeth Brooklyn Barnes, a 21-year-old nursing student. What Happened According to local authorities, the collision occurred at 7:10 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2, on U.S. 411 near the 223 mile...
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Last Updated: October 2, 2025 A tragic pedestrian accident claimed the life of a Birmingham woman on Wednesday morning at the Arkadelphia Road exit ramp off I-59/20, one of the busiest and most dangerous ramps in Jefferson County, Alabama. Crash Details: Fatal Pedestrian Accident on I-59/20 Exit Ramp According to Birmingham Police, a semi-truck exiting I-59/20 southbound onto Arkadelphia...
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Pressure cookers are popular kitchen appliances that promise convenience, speed, and efficiency. Unfortunately, defective pressure cookers have caused severe injuries when they explode without warning. Victims often face painful burns, permanent scarring, and emotional trauma. If you or a loved one has been injured, you may be wondering: What are the average settlement amounts in a pressure cooker explosion...
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Motorcycle accidents often leave riders with devastating injuries. Unfortunately, injured motorcyclists in Alabama face an additional challenge when pursuing compensation: the state’s fault laws. Understanding how Alabama’s contributory negligence rule applies in motorcycle crashes is crucial for protecting your rights. At Fob James Law Firm, our Birmingham, AL motorcycle accident lawyers help riders navigate these harsh rules and fight...
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Grady County, Georgia — September 22, 2025 -A fatal accident in Grady County left one pedestrian dead after a side-by-side utility vehicle (UTV) reversed into a parked pickup truck, pinning the victim between the two vehicles. The crash occurred Sunday afternoon on Walter Lane, according to the Georgia State Patrol (GSP). 🚨 What Happened At approximately 4:30 p.m., a...
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