ArticlesQuick answer: Alabama dog bite law runs on two tracks. On the owner’s property, Alabama Code § 3-6-1 imposes limited strict liability for an unprovoked bite or injury to someone lawfully there, and no prior bite is required. Off the property, the common-law “one-bite” rule (§ 3-1-3) applies, and the victim generally must prove the owner knew the dog...
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ArticlesIf you search for the best personal injury lawyer in Birmingham, AL online, you’ll come across page after page of directory listings, sponsored rankings, and content written by marketing companies that have never set foot in an Alabama courtroom. Here’s the truth: many of the well-known names in Alabama personal injury law are no longer actually trying cases. The...
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ArticlesQuick answer: Hiring a dog bite lawyer in Alabama typically costs nothing upfront. Most dog bite attorneys, including Fob James Law Firm, work on a contingency fee: the fee is a percentage of what the lawyer recovers for you, commonly 33% to 40%, spelled out in a written agreement before you sign. If there is no recovery, there is...
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ArticlesDog breeds are as diverse as they are numerous. Each breed has its unique traits, behaviors, and characteristics. Among these breeds, some like Pit bulls are often labeled as aggressive. This perception can be influenced by various factors, including media portrayal, personal experiences, and societal beliefs. However, labeling a dog breed as aggressive can be misleading. It’s crucial to...
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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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Auto AccidentsIf you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, it’s crucial to understand the personal injury statute of limitations in Alabama. In most cases, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a claim in Alabama. This legal deadline is known as the “statute of limitations” and determines how long you have...
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If you have a claim with Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company, you may think it prides itself in making the insurance claim process “universally” difficult. You may be their very own insured or you may be making a claim. Regardless, your efforts may seem hopeless. In this event, it is possible that you need legal representation. At Fob...
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ArticlesQuick answer: After a dog bite in Alabama, get medical care first, then report the attack to the police and your local animal control. In Birmingham, call 911 if the attack is ongoing or 311 for the City’s animal control services. Alabama law (Ala. Code § 3-7A-9) requires the dog to be quarantined and observed for rabies, typically for...
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ArticlesQuick answer: There is no official Alabama-only average, but nationally the average dog bite insurance claim paid in 2025 was about $65,450 (Insurance Information Institute). Serious Alabama cases regularly reach six figures. Our firm has recovered $100,000, $207,000, and $400,000 in Alabama dog bite cases. What your claim is worth depends on the severity of your injuries and scarring,...
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Quick answer: Under Alabama’s parental-immunity doctrine, a minor child generally cannot sue their own parent for negligence. So when a child is bitten by a dog the parent owns or harbors, the usual negligence claim is barred, and the family’s homeowner’s insurance typically will not pay it. Recovery usually depends on identifying an alternate responsible party, such as a...
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