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Five People Killed in Three Deadly Baldwin County Crashes

(Baldwin County, Alabama — December 31, 2025) – A devastating string of traffic collisions in Baldwin County over the Christmas holiday weekend claimed the lives of five people, according to local law enforcement. The fatal wrecks took place in three separate incidents on county highways, prompting investigations by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and the Baldwin County Sheriff’s...

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Man Killed, Woman Critically Injured After 18-Wheeler Collision in Meridianville, Alabama

(Meridianville, Alabama — December 16, 2025) – A fatal collision involving an 18-wheeler and an SUV in Meridianville, Alabama, has claimed the life of a local man and left a woman critically injured, authorities confirm. The crash took place Tuesday evening on Highway 231 near the Meridianville Middle School and remains under investigation by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency...

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Truck Driver Killed After Tractor-Trailer Overturns on I-59/20 in Birmingham

(Birmingham, Alabama – December 1, 2025) – A tragic tractor-trailer crash on Interstate 59/20 in Birmingham left an east Alabama truck driver dead and caused a major fuel spill that shut down lanes for hours. The fatal crash, which happened near the Tallapoosa Street exit, is now under investigation by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and local authorities....

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Essential Tips to Prevent a Motorcycle Accident in Alabama You Can’t Ignore

Riding a motorcycle in Alabama offers freedom and excitement. However, it also comes with significant risks. Understanding how to prevent accidents is crucial for every rider. Motorcycle accidents can have severe consequences. They often result in injuries or even fatalities. By following essential safety tips, riders can significantly reduce these risks. Here, the personal injury attorneys at Fob James...

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The Most Dangerous Roads and Intersections in Birmingham, AL

Birmingham and Jefferson County are often among the most dangerous places in Alabama for car accidents. ALDOT reports thousands of crashes each year that cause serious injuries and deaths. In fact, Jefferson County has around 19,000 crashes per year, which accounts for over 11% of all traffic deaths statewide.  Several high-risk locations—including Dead Man’s Curve on I-59/20, Malfunction Junction, Highway 280,...

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Huntingdon Student-Athlete Killed in Fatal Chilton County Crash

(Chilton County, Alabama, November 13, 2025) – The Alabama community is mourning the loss of James E. Owens Jr., a 20-year-old defensive lineman for Huntingdon College, following a deadly two-vehicle collision on U.S. 82 in Chilton County. Authorities confirm that Owens and a 42-year-old man from Maplesville both died in the crash. Huntingdon’s football program issued a heartfelt statement,...

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How to Obtain & Use ELD / Black Box Data in Truck Accident Case

Truck accidents often leave victims with life-changing injuries. In many cases, proving exactly how a crash occurred requires evidence that goes far beyond the police report. One of the most powerful forms of evidence is electronic logging device (ELD) and black box (ECM) data from the truck itself. At Fob James Law Firm, our Alabama truck accident attorneys use...

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The Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Birmingham, Alabama

If you look for the best personal injury lawyer in Birmingham, AL online, you will frequently come across websites that provide only limited information about the attorneys. Many of the well-known lawyers in Alabama are no longer trying cases and their results were decades ago. The lawyers in the TV ads typically do not actually litigate cases. To help...

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Pregnant Northport Woman and Unborn Child Killed on I-459 in Vestavia Hills

(Vestavia Hills, AL — October 25, 2025 – A devastating crash on Interstate 459 South near Acton Road in Jefferson County claimed the lives of a 23-year-old pregnant woman and her unborn child early Saturday morning. Authorities identified the victim as Cambraya Sharondae Broach, a Northport resident and passenger in a vehicle involved in the multi-vehicle collision. Both she...

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Chain-Reaction Crash on U.S. 80 in Lowndes County Leaves Selma Man Dead

(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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