Nov 21, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 5 minutes
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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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Nov 14, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 6 minutes
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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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Oct 30, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 5 minutes
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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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Oct 17, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 3 minutes
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The Dangers of Tailgating in Alabama: Why Following Too Closely Leads to Serious Accidents

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 are common. They account for nearly one-third of all traffic accidents in Alabama. Many of these crashes occur because drivers...

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Sep 22, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 3 minutes
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 🚗 T-Bone Collisions in Birmingham, AL: What You Need to Know

T-bone collisions, also known as side-impact crashes, are among the most dangerous types of car accidents in Birmingham. These accidents occur when one vehicle strikes the side of another, forming a “T” shape. Because the sides of vehicles offer less protection than the front or rear, victims of T-bone accidents often suffer severe, life-changing injuries. If you or a...

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Sep 21, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 3 minutes
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How to Get a Copy of Your Birmingham Accident Report

If you were involved in a car accident in Birmingham, Alabama, the responding police officer will usually prepare an official crash report. This report includes key details such as the drivers involved, the location of the accident, and the officer’s findings. Your Birmingham police accident report is an essential piece of evidence when filing an insurance claim or pursuing...

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Sep 9, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 3 minutes
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What To Do After a Hit-and-Run in Birmingham, Alabama

Being injured in a hit-and-run accident is one of the most stressful experiences a person can face. Beyond the pain and confusion, you’re often left wondering: Who will pay for my damages if the at-fault driver fled the scene? At Fob James Law Firm, our Birmingham hit-and-run lawyers help victims pursue justice through uninsured motorist coverage, civil lawsuits, and...

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Aug 7, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 4 minutes
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What is the Last Clear Chance Doctrine?

Determining who is at fault in an Alabama car accident can be a complex process. This is especially true when both parties share some responsibility. Alabama’s strict contributory negligence laws can make recovering compensation challenging if you’re found even slightly at fault. However, the Last Clear Chance Doctrine offers a potential lifeline for plaintiffs seeking justice. This is why...

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Aug 6, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 2 minutes
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What to Do When Insurance Company Is Dragging Their Feet

When you present a personal injury claim to an insurance company, you expect them to handle your claim with professionalism and to resolve it within a reasonable amount of time. The last thing you want is the insurance company dragging their feet in resolving your claim. Unfortunately, you will often encounter delays from not only the defendant’s insurance company,...

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Jul 8, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 2 minutes
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How to File a Car Accident Claim with National General

National General Insurance, which is owned by Allstate, writes alot of automobile insurance policies in Alabama. From our experience, dealing with National General can be challenging Check out National General’s reviews on the Better Business Bureaus’s website. If you have a bodily injury claim with National General, your best bet is to hire an attorney that will fight for...

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