Direct Auto Insurance, which is owned by National General, typically writes minimum automobile insurance policies ($25,000 in Alabama and $30,000 in Texas). From our experience, dealing with Direct Auto can be difficult. Check out Direct Auto’s reviews on the Better Business Bureaus’s website. If you have a bodily injury claim with Direct Auto, your best bet is to hire...
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Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be a daunting and complex process. The decisions you make immediately following the incident can have significant implications on any legal proceedings, insurance claims, and overall recovery. Unfortunately, many individuals make critical mistakes that can hinder their ability to receive the compensation they deserve. Avoiding these common errors can help you...
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Welcome to the Fob James Law Firm hair relaxer lawsuit blog. Below are our regular updates on MDL 3060 (In re: Hair Relaxer Marketing, Sales Practices, and Products Liability Litigation) and related state court cases, with the newest developments first. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with uterine, ovarian, or endometrial cancer after using chemical hair...
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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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ArticlesUber’s rise in popularity has provided greater access to transportation, but it has also brought about more accidents on the road. While it is unfortunate to experience an accident in the backseat of your Uber, you may have legal options to seek financial compensation. If you’ve been involved in a crash, the compassionate rideshare accident lawyers at Fob James...
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ArticlesIn Alabama, only one person can file a wrongful death lawsuit: the personal representative of your loved one’s estate. Not the spouse as spouse, not the children as children, not the parents as parents, the personal representative, appointed by a probate court, filing on behalf of everyone who will share in the recovery. There is exactly one exception, for...
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ArticlesQuick Answer: How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take in Alabama? Most Alabama car accident settlements that do not require litigation resolve within 6 to 12 months from the date of the accident. Cases requiring lawsuit filing typically take 18 months to 3 years or more. Quick estimates by case type: Case Type Typical Timeline Minor injury, clear...
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In Alabama, personal injury lawyers typically take 33% to 40% of your recovery as a contingency fee: usually one-third if the case settles before a lawsuit is filed, and 40% if litigation is required. You pay nothing up front and nothing at all unless the lawyer wins money for you. Alabama sets no statutory cap on contingency fees, but...
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Quick Answer: How to Choose a Birmingham Car Accident Lawyer The right Birmingham car accident lawyer has these 7 qualities: ⚠️ AVOID: Lawyers who pressure you to sign immediately, promise specific dollar amounts, charge fees outside standard 33%-40% contingency, or can’t show Alabama-specific case results. Questions to ask in consultation: 📞 Free consultation: 205-407-6009 – We’ll answer all these...
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Last Updated: April 29, 2026 Quick Answer: What Is Alabama’s Contributory Negligence Law? Alabama’s contributory negligence law states that if you are even partially at fault for an accident — even 1% — you may recover NOTHING ($0). Key facts: Illustrative example: You’re hit by a driver who ran a red light. Damages: $500,000. If a jury found you...
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