After a car crash on an Alabama road or interstate, most people immediately call 911 to report the crash. Typically, the Alabama state troopers or local police will arrive at the scene within minutes to help. Thereafter, law enforcement will investigate and prepare an accident report. The accident report contains crucial information about the parties involved and how the...
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In Alabama, there is no limit or cap on the amount of damages you can sue for in a car wreck claim. You can recover two types of damages in Alabama: compensatory and punitive damages. An expericenced car accident attorney at Fob James Law Firm will help you maximize the damages you recover from your case. Compensatory Damages in...
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If you sustained injuries in a head-on collision in Alabama, you may have the right to recover compensation from the party who hit you. Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous type of collision due to the force and location of impact. Both drivers and passengers can sustain catastrophic or life-threatening injuries. You may require extensive medical treatment and...
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Auto AccidentsIn most cases, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury claim in Alabama. We call this time period the “statute of limitations.” For example, if you were injured in an trucking accident on January 1, 2024, you must file your case before January 1, 2026. Of course, there are several exceptions...
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ArticlesWhen you get hit by a drunk driver, the aftermath and overall injuries can be devastating. Many victims after the accident want to know the average drunk driver settlement and if it covers their losses. Since every accident has unique factors, it’s difficult to determine a reasonable drunk driving lawsuit settlement without the help of an experienced Birmingham car...
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Were you or a loved one hit by a FedEx truck? Unfortunately, accidents involving FedEx truck are common. You’ve probably seen images on the news of 18-wheeler trucks flipped over with their cargo spewed everywhere. These spills can wreak havoc on traffic, causing delays that last hours. When these accidents involve other vehicles, the results can be deadly. Occupants...
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ArticlesCommercial truck accidents are unfortunately common in Birmingham, as our city is home to the active commercial transportation industry. If you suffered serious injuries in a truck collision, you face a long road to recovery and potentially devastating medical bills. If you can’t work, you may have no way to pay your bills or take care of your family....
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Accident ReportsIf you get into a car accident in Birmingham, Alabama, the responding police officer usually creates a crash report that includes the involved parties and details of the accident. This accident report from the Birmingham Police Department plays a crucial role in your claim if you are not at fault and often determines how much an insurance company offers...
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When you present a personal injury claim to a defendant’s insurance company, you expect them to handle your claim with professionalism and try to resolve it within a reasonable amount of time. In other situations, you may encounter delays from your own insurance company. When an insurance company delays resolving a claim, it may be guilty of acting in...
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Were you injured and transported by an ambulance company such as Regional Paramedical Services? You may have unpaid bills following an incident during which you were injured. This includes an ambulance bill that you may have received in the mail. In fact, you may be shocked to receive an ambulance bill because you have health insurance. Sometimes you will...
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