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Common Causes of Rear-End Collisions in Alabama

Injured in a Head-On Collision in Alabama? Head-on crashes often leave victims with life-changing injuries, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about what comes next. If another driver’s negligence caused your accident, you shouldn’t have to shoulder those burdens alone. The attorneys at Fob James Law Firm are prepared to investigate your crash, protect your rights, and pursue the compensation...

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How to Sue a Pharmaceutical Company

What is the difference between a drug and a poison? Sometimes, unfortunately, there is very little difference. If you have experienced an adverse reaction from a pharmaceutical, you may or may not have a legal claim for product liability. If you do, however, it could be worth quite a bit depending on how seriously you were injured. The problem...

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Can I Sue the Hospital for Wrongful Death in Alabama?

When you need emergency care or schedule a procedure at the hospital, you assume the medical professionals taking care of you will do their job to the best of their ability. However, negligence isn’t limited to private doctors or small medical facilities. It happens in hospitals all around the state. If a loved one died from negligent care at...

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How to Determine Fault in a Birmingham Car Accident

After a car accident, you may experience many worries and have plenty to do. Unless it’s obvious, one of the most important things you are left to do is determine who was at fault in the accident. You’ll seek medical treatment, deal with the insurance companies, and possibly face various expenses. Determining who is at fault in a car...

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The 10 Most Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Alabama (and Who Is Liable for Each)

Most Alabama truck accidents trace back to driver error, with fatigue, speeding, distraction, and improper lane changes leading the list. But in a truck case, the cause of the crash does more than explain what happened. It determines who pays. A fatigued driver points to the trucking company that pushed the schedule. A brake failure points to the maintenance...

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How Much Is My Car Accident Case Worth In Alabama?

The number one question we get from clients is: How Much Is My Case Worth? The true answer is: It Depends.  Car accident claims help accident victims recover their physical, emotional,and financial damages. Unfortunately, researching Alabama car accident claim values online may not provide you with the accurate answers you deserve. Working with an experienced car accident lawyer in...

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How To Get Your Accident Report In Montgomery, AL

If you were in a car accident in Montgomery, Alabama, getting a copy of your accident report should be one of your first steps. The crash report is an official record created by the responding officer and contains critical details that insurance adjusters and attorneys rely on to determine fault and calculate damages. Last Updated: July 16, 2026 Getting...

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How Often Do Auto Accident Settlements Exceed the Policy Limits?

The law mandates that drivers carry a certain amount of automobile liability coverage. Unfortunately, these limits aren’t always enough to cover your damages, especially in cases involving severe to catastrophic injuries. Based on that, you might assume that many auto accident claims settle for more than the policy limits, but that’s rarely the case. If you have concerns about...

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What Are the Bicycle Laws In Alabama?

In Alabama, a bicycle is a vehicle, and cyclists carry the same rights and duties as drivers under Ala. Code § 32-5A-260. That single principle drives nearly every bicycle rule in the state: ride with traffic, obey signals, stay off sidewalks, and ride as far right as practicable. Alabama adds a handful of bike-specific laws on top, including a...

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Alabama Sample Personal Injury Deposition Questions

So you’ve started the process of pursuing an Alabama personal injury claim, and now it’s time for your deposition. Last Updated: July 16, 2026 Personal Injury Depositions — At a Glance What it is: sworn out-of-court testimony, recorded by a court reporter, that can be used at trial The golden rules: tell the truth, answer only the question asked,...

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