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Nov 14, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 6 minutes

The 5 most dangerous roads in Jefferson County, AL (Birmingham)

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,...

Nov 4, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 3 minutes

The importance of obtaining ELD / Black box data after truck accident

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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...

Oct 30, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 11 minutes

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Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Birmingham, AL: My Top 5 Picks for 2026

If 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...

Oct 21, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 10 minutes

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Can You Sue Starbucks for a Hot Coffee Burn?

Millions of people order hot coffee and tea at Starbucks every day without a second thought. But when a barista hands over a scalding drink with a loose lid, or a cup tips out of an unstable carrier at the drive-thru window, the result can be second or third degree burns that require skin grafts and leave permanent scars....

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...

Oct 1, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 18 minutes

How Much Are Pressure Cooker Explosion Cases Worth?

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Settlement Amounts for Pressure Cooker Explosion Injuries

Last Updated: July 22, 2026 Table of Contents Average Settlement Amounts Notable Verdicts & Settlements Lawsuit Updates: 2024–2026 Timeline Brands Involved in Lawsuits & Recalls Factors Affecting Settlement Amounts Types of Damages Statute of Limitations What to Do After a Pressure Cooker Explosion How Fob James Law Firm Can Help Pressure Cooker Settlement FAQs Reflects the March 2026 ruling...

Sep 29, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 3 minutes

how alabama's fault rules impact motorcycle riders

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Comparative Fault & Motorcycle Crashes: How Alabama’s Fault Rules Impact Riders

Motorcycle accidents often leave riders with devastating injuries. Unfortunately, injured motorcyclists in Alabama face an additional challenge when pursuing compensation: the state’s fault laws. Understanding how Alabama’s contributory negligence rule applies in motorcycle crashes is crucial for protecting your rights. At Fob James Law Firm, our Birmingham, AL motorcycle accident lawyers help riders navigate these harsh rules and fight...

Sep 25, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 3 minutes

determining who is at fault in a crosswalk accident can be challenging

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Who Is Liable in a Birmingham Crosswalk Accident?

Crosswalks are meant to keep pedestrians safe, but accidents still happen far too often in Birmingham, Alabama. When a driver strikes someone in a crosswalk, the injuries can be catastrophic. Victims and their families are often left wondering: who is legally responsible for the accident? At Fob James Law Firm, our pedestrian accident attorneys help injured pedestrians and their...

Sep 22, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 3 minutes

what you need to know about t-bone collisions in birmingham, al

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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...

Sep 21, 2025 | By Fob James, IV | Read Time: 4 minutes

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How to Get a Copy of Your Birmingham Accident Report

Last Updated: July 16, 2026 Getting Your Birmingham Crash Report — At a Glance Fastest: the ALEA online crash portal, about $17 total ($15 report + processing fee), reports usually available 7 to 10 business days after the crash By mail: ALEA’s SR-31 request form with a $15 money order or certified check (no personal checks), P.O. Box 1471,...

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