ArticlesIf you or a loved one sustained injuries due to someone else’s actions, you might be wondering who will take care of your medical expenses and reimburse you for time missed from work. Understandably you want the responsible party to compensate you for your damages. You may be asking the question, Do I need a personal injury lawyer? In...
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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 were involved in a motor vehicle collision in Homewood you might be considering filing a legal claim with the other driver’s insurance company. Last Updated: July 16, 2026 Getting Your Homewood Crash Report — At a Glance Fastest: the ALEA online crash portal, about $17 total ($15 report + processing fee), reports usually available 7 to 10...
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ArticlesCar accidents can be life-altering events. They often leave victims grappling with physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial burdens. In the aftermath, you may be considering filing a personal injury claim. This is where a car accident attorney comes into play. A car accident attorney specializes in navigating the complex legal landscape of personal injury law. They can help...
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ArticlesNavigating the aftermath of a railroad injury can be daunting, especially when it involves understanding complex legal concepts. This is particularly true for railroad workers who are covered under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). Last Updated: July 21, 2026 FELA Claims — At a Glance What FELA is: the 1908 federal law that lets injured railroad workers sue...
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ArticlesNo. Lane splitting is illegal in Alabama. Under Ala. Code § 32-5A-242, a motorcycle may not be operated between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles, whether traffic is moving or stopped. The same statute prohibits passing another vehicle within the same lane and limits riders to two motorcycles abreast in a single lane. California...
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Gainsco Auto Insurance, which is owned by State Farm, typically writes minimum automobile insurance policies ($25,000 in Alabama and $30,000 in Texas). From our experience, dealing with Gainsco is a total disaster. It likes to low ball injury victims or deny liability even when liability is clear. Check out Gainsco’s horrendous reviews on the Better Business Bureaus’s website. If...
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ArticlesIf a negligent FedEx driver hit you, you very likely have a case. The harder question is who you have a case against, because FedEx runs three distinct operations. FedEx Express drivers are company employees. FedEx Ground routes are run by independent service providers: separate contractor companies driving FedEx-branded trucks. FedEx Freight moves the big rigs under full federal...
Continue ReadingWondering 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...
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Filing a motorcycle accident claim in Alabama means notifying the insurance companies, proving the other driver’s fault, documenting every dollar of your damages, and negotiating from strength, all while the insurer works its own file against you. Riders face an extra hurdle: adjusters treat motorcyclists as presumptively reckless, and Alabama’s contributory negligence rule gives them a powerful incentive to...
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