Yes, in Alabama, hospitals must bill health insurance after a car accident. In 2019, the Alabama House of Representatives passed House Bill 11 (HB 11), which significantly changed how hospitals handle billing for patients injured in car accidents. Under this law, effective August 1, 2019, hospitals are required to bill a patient’s health insurance provider for medical treatment related...
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Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be daunting. Especially when the other driver is uninsured or underinsured. In Alabama, there’s a legal provision that can help. It’s called stacking uninsured underinsured motorist coverage. But what does this mean? And how does it work? “Stacking” insurance means that if you have multiple vehicles on your automobile policy, you...
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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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Were you or a loved one hit by a FedEx truck? Unfortunately, accidents involving FedEx trucks 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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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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One of the most common questions our truck accident attorneys get from clients is: “How Much Is My Semi-Truck Accident Case Worth?” Every case, injury, and plaintiff is different. As a result, it is very difficult to predict the average truck accident settlement. Nevertheless, in Alabama, the quick answer is truck accident settlements typically range from $25,000 to over...
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Were you hit by an Amazon truck driver? Unfortunately, accidents involving Amazon trucks 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 in a passenger...
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ArticlesBar owners and liquor store owners should always consider their exposure to lawsuits resulting from their patrons’ conduct. This is the case not only when customers are in the establishment, but also after they have left. In Alabama, the law imposes liability on bar owners and operators of similar establishments when they serve a visibly intoxicated person who causes...
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Auto AccidentsOne of the most common questions we get from prospective clients is: “How long do I have to file a lawsuit in my car accident case?” Generally speaking, you have two years from the date of the crash to file your lawsuit in Birmingham, Alabama. Of course, there are several exceptions to the general rule. If you need assistance...
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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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