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TikTok’s $100 Million Alabama Settlement: What It Means for Alabama Families

On September 25, 2026, days before the case was set for trial in Montgomery, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced a settlement with TikTok. The Attorney General called it a first-in-the-nation agreement, and Alabama would have been the first state to take these claims against TikTok to a jury. It is the first time TikTok has settled a state’s...

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Social Media Addiction Lawsuit Payout Per Person: What We Know

“How much will we get?” is the first question many parents ask, and it is a fair one. The honest answer is that nobody knows a per-person number yet, and anyone who quotes you one is guessing. What we can tell you is what has actually happened in court so far, what will set the value of individual claims,...

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65-Year-Old Man Killed Crossing Valley Avenue in Birmingham

Jefferson County, Alabama | October 12, 2026 A 65-year-old man was hit by a vehicle while crossing Valley Avenue in Birmingham on the night of Thursday, October 8, 2026. He was taken to UAB Hospital, where he died a short time later. The driver stayed at the scene and called police. No cause has been announced, and no charges...

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Woman, 73, Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash on Alabama 69 at County Road 747 in Cullman County

Cullman County, Alabama | October 7, 2026 A 73-year-old Cullman woman died on Thursday, October 1, 2026, after her car was struck by two other vehicles at the intersection of Alabama 69 and Cullman County Road 747, roughly nine miles east of Vinemont. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, the collision happened at about 1 p.m. She was...

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Harpersville Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Shelby County 51 in Westover

Shelby County, Alabama | September 23, 2026 A 70-year-old Harpersville man died on Monday, two days after the pickup truck he was driving was struck by a car on Shelby County 51 in Westover. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, the collision happened at about 1:38 p.m. on Saturday, September 19, 2026, near U.S. 280, inside the Westover...

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MIstakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in Alabama Auto Accidents

Common Mistakes After A Car Accident In Alabama

Last Updated: September 22, 2026 Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be a daunting and complex process. The decisions you make immediately following the incident can have significant implications on any legal proceedings, insurance claims, and overall recovery. Unfortunately, many individuals make critical mistakes that can hinder their ability to receive the compensation they deserve. Avoiding these...

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Can You Sue After a Car Accident If You Are Not Hurt in Birmingham?

In a Car Accident With No Injuries in Birmingham? Even if no one was hurt, dealing with property damage, vehicle dimunition of value, rental cars, and stubborn insurance adjusters can be stressful and costly. Knowing your legal rights after a property-damage-only crash is critical to securing a fair payout for your vehicle. The team at Fob James Personal Injury...

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Woman Killed, Northport Driver Injured in Head-On Crash on U.S. 82 in Tuscaloosa County

Tuscaloosa County, Alabama | September 21, 2026 A late-night collision on U.S. Highway 82 east of Tuscaloosa has left a 24-year-old woman from Valrico, Florida dead and a 39-year-old Northport man hospitalized. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, two vehicles met head-on near the 59 mile marker at about 10:45 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, roughly five...

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