Last Updated: June 9, 2026 Quick Answer: What Is the Average Car Accident Settlement in Alabama? ~$30,000 Approximate statewide average — but this figure is misleading. Real Alabama settlements range from under $15,000 to well over $1,000,000 depending on injury severity, available insurance, and Alabama’s strict contributory negligence rule. Minimal injury Under $15,000 ER visit with no follow-up, or...
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Auto AccidentsBeing injured in a hit-and-run accident is one of the most stressful experiences a person can face. Beyond the pain and confusion, you’re often left wondering: Who will pay for my damages if the at-fault driver fled the scene? At Fob James Law Firm, our Birmingham hit-and-run lawyers help victims pursue justice through uninsured motorist coverage, civil lawsuits, and...
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ArticlesWondering how to file a car accident claim with The General® Car Insurance? Fob James Law Firm is here to guide you through the process. The General® provides automobile insurance to its customers and insureds. You’ve probably seen its daytime TV commericals with Shaq. The General® typically writes minimum insurance policies. The minimum policy limit varies State by State....
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Quick Answer: How Do I Get My Alabama Crash Report? You can obtain your Alabama crash report (also called an Alabama accident report) three ways: online through the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) crash portal, by mail using ALEA’s Crash Report Request form, or in person at any ALEA Driver License Office. Online is fastest, you can usually download...
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ArticlesDetermining who is at fault in an Alabama car accident can be a complex process. This is especially true when both parties share some responsibility. Alabama’s strict contributory negligence laws can make recovering compensation challenging if you’re found even slightly at fault. However, the Last Clear Chance Doctrine offers a potential lifeline for plaintiffs seeking justice. This is why...
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When you present a personal injury claim to an insurance company, you expect them to handle your claim with professionalism and to resolve it within a reasonable amount of time. The last thing you want is the insurance company dragging their feet in resolving your claim. Unfortunately, you will often encounter delays from not only the defendant’s insurance company,...
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ArticlesQuick answer: Hiring a dog bite lawyer in Alabama typically costs nothing upfront. Most dog bite attorneys, including Fob James Law Firm, work on a contingency fee: the fee is a percentage of what the lawyer recovers for you, commonly 33% to 40%, spelled out in a written agreement before you sign. If there is no recovery, there is...
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ArticlesUpdated July 2026 — includes the March 2026 federal ruling upholding the $9.1 million Crock-Pot verdict and the February 2026 CPSC warning on Gourmia pressure cookers. Yes. If you or someone you care about was hurt in a pressure cooker explosion, you might be able to sue the maker or seller. Under product liability law, consumers have the right...
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Last Updated: July 22, 2026 National General Insurance, which is owned by Allstate, writes alot of automobile insurance policies in Alabama. From our experience, dealing with National General can be challenging Filing a National General Claim — At a Glance Know who you’re dealing with: National General operates in the nonstandard, minimum-limits insurance market, which usually means small policies,...
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Accident ReportsLast Updated: July 16, 2026 Who Can Get an Alabama Accident Report — At a Glance The rule: Ala. Code § 32-10-7 limits access to people with a real connection to the crash Who qualifies: drivers and passengers involved, parents or guardians of involved minors, legal representatives of an estate, and the insurance companies handling the claim What to...
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