Wondering how to file a car accident claim with Safeway Insurance? Fob James Law Firm is here to guide you through the process. Safeway Insurance Company provides automobile insurance to its customers and insureds. Safeway typically writes minimum insurance policies. The minimum policy limit varies State by State. For example, in Alabama, the required minimum amount of automobile liability...
Continue ReadingDirect Auto Insurance, which is owned by National General, typically writes minimum automobile insurance policies ($25,000 in Alabama and $30,000 in Texas). From our experience, dealing with Direct Auto can be difficult. Check out Direct Auto’s reviews on the Better Business Bureaus’s website. If you have a bodily injury claim with Direct Auto, your best bet is to hire...
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If you’ve been injured in an accident, you can bring a personal injury lawsuit to recover for your accident-related damages. While there is no legal requirement that you have an attorney represent you, most accident victims choose to retain an experienced Alabama personal injury lawyer. Not only can a lawyer make the recovery process much smoother, but they can...
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ArticlesUber’s rise in popularity has provided greater access to transportation, but it has also brought about more accidents on the road. While it is unfortunate to experience an accident in the backseat of your Uber, you may have legal options to seek financial compensation. If you’ve been involved in a crash, the compassionate rideshare accident lawyers at Fob James...
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ArticlesQuick Answer: How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take in Alabama? Most Alabama car accident settlements that do not require litigation resolve within 6 to 12 months from the date of the accident. Cases requiring lawsuit filing typically take 18 months to 3 years or more. Quick estimates by case type: Case Type Typical Timeline Minor injury, clear...
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Quick Answer: How to Choose a Birmingham Car Accident Lawyer The right Birmingham car accident lawyer has these 7 qualities: ⚠️ AVOID: Lawyers who pressure you to sign immediately, promise specific dollar amounts, charge fees outside standard 33%-40% contingency, or can’t show Alabama-specific case results. Questions to ask in consultation: 📞 Free consultation: 205-407-6009 – We’ll answer all these...
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Intersection accidents are common in Alabama. Many of these happen because drivers are unaware of how they should safely proceed when other vehicles are in the intersection and there is no signal or stop sign. It’s essential to familiarize yourself with the Alabama right-of-way laws, so you aren’t the cause of a collision. If you or someone you love...
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The most common types of car accidents in Birmingham, AL that cause severe injuries are: Each type of crash in unique in its own right, but they all cause serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a crash, schedule a free consultation with an experienced Birmingham Car Accident Attorney today. Fob James Law Firm is ready to help you...
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ArticlesQuick Answer Alabama’s dram shop law — Alabama Code § 6-5-71 — allows a person injured by an intoxicated individual to sue the bar, restaurant, or store that “knowingly” served alcohol to that individual while he or she was “visibly intoxicated,” when that service was the proximate cause of the injury. It does not let the intoxicated person sue...
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Auto AccidentsOne of the most common questions we get from prospective clients is: “How long do I have to file a lawsuit in my car accident case?” Generally speaking, you have two years from the date of the crash to file your lawsuit in Birmingham, Alabama. Of course, there are several exceptions to the general rule. If you need assistance...
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