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FedEx Truck Accident Lawyer: Do I Have a Case?

If 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...

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Alabama Personal Injury Lawyer Articles

How to File a Car Accident Claim with Safeway Insurance

Safeway Insurance claims phone number: (888) 203-5129. That gets you the insurer’s claims department — but before you accept any offer on an injury claim, know what your claim is actually worth. Our case review is free: (205) 407-6009. Wondering how to file a car accident claim with Safeway Insurance? Fob James Law Firm is here to guide you...

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What Is the Process for Filing a Motorcycle Accident Insurance Claim?

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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How to File a Car Accident Claim with Direct Auto Insurance

Last Updated: July 22, 2026 Direct Auto (Direct General) claims phone number: 1-800-403-1077. That gets you the insurer’s claims department — but before you accept any offer on an injury claim, know what your claim is actually worth. Our case review is free: (205) 407-6009. Direct Auto Insurance, which is owned by National General, typically writes minimum automobile insurance...

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Common Mistakes After A Car Accident In Alabama

Last Updated: July 22, 2026 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. Mistakes That Sink Alabama Accident Claims — At a Glance The big four: admitting any fault at the scene,...

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4-Year-Old Girl Killed On SR-55 Near Andalusia, AL

(Birmingham, Alabama – January 16, 2025) — A 4 year-old girl from Andalusia, AL was tragically killed Sunday evening in a two vehicle crash. According to the Alabama Law Enforecement Agency, the crash happened on Alabama 55 near Andalusia when the child’s family’s 2017 Chevy Equinox collided with a 2018 Chevy Silverado. The child, Everly Nixon, was airlifted to...

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Demopolis Man Dies In Semi-Truck Crash Near Linden, AL

(Marengo County, Alabama – January 10, 2025) — A 72 year-old man from Demopolis was tragically killed Thursday morning by a Mack tractor trailer in Marengo County, AL. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, a 2016 GMC Sierra truck driven by David R. Freeman was struck by a 2019 Mack semi-truck on Alabama Highway 28. The crash occured...

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Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Lawyer Articles

Hair Relaxer Lawsuit Update | August 2026

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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What Is a Contingency Fee Lawyer?

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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Alabama uber accident attorneys Articles

What To Do After an Uber Accident in Alabama

Uber’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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