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Two Shootings In One Month At Westgate Village In Dothan

(Dothan, Alabama – April 26, 2024) — Two shootings occured during the month of April at the Westgate Village Apartments in Dothan, AL. The first shooting happened on April 2, 2024 when a mother was shot through the window while she was in bed with her kids. On April 25th, a resident of the apartments, Shariah Taylor, reported that...

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How Long Do I Have To File A Personal Injury Claim In Alabama?

If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, it’s crucial to understand the personal injury statute of limitations in Alabama. In most cases, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a claim in Alabama. This legal deadline is known as the “statute of limitations” and determines how long you have...

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Average Drunk Driving Settlement in Alabama: What Cases Are Really Worth (2026)

There is no true “average” drunk driving settlement in Birmingham, and any page that quotes one is guessing. What is true, and what insurers price into every offer, is that drunk driving cases settle for more than comparable sober-negligence crashes, because the driver’s choice opens punitive damages and because Alabama juries punish that choice. Ordinary injury cases may resolve...

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Monsanto Roundup Lawsuit Updates

This blog provides the latest litigation updates on the Roundup Cancer lawsuit. Fob James Law Firm represents victims all over the country with their Roundup claims. We are currently taking cases involving various types of Non-hodkin’s Lymphoma and Leukemia. If you would like to speak to our exprienced Roundup lawyers, fill out our confidential intake form or call 866-837-1010. Throughout...

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How to File a Diminished Value Claim in Alabama

It’s no secret your car loses value the longer you drive it. Unfortunately, after a car accident, your vehicle will be worth even less than usual. If your vehicle sustained damages after a collision, you may be able to file an Alabama diminished value claim to recover compensation. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call if suffered a...

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Universal Property & Casualty Insurance | Do I Have A Claim?

If you have a claim with Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company, you may think it prides itself in making the insurance claim process “universally” difficult. You may be their very own insured or you may be making a claim. Regardless, your efforts may seem hopeless. In this event, it is possible that you need legal representation. At Fob...

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Boy Scouts Sexual Abuse Law In Alabama

In March 2024, the Alabama legislature passed a bill allowing victims sexually abused as Boy Scouts to receive damages from court controlled settlement fund. The bill will officially become law once it is signed by Governor Ivey. We hope that Governor Ivey signs the bill into law soon so victims can start the road to recovery and obtain justice....

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How to Report a Dog Bite in Alabama

Quick answer: After a dog bite in Alabama, get medical care first, then report the attack to the police and your local animal control. In Birmingham, call 911 if the attack is ongoing or 311 for the City’s animal control services. Alabama law (Ala. Code § 3-7A-9) requires the dog to be quarantined and observed for rabies, typically for...

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Average Settlements for Dog Bite Claims in Alabama

Quick answer: There is no official Alabama-only average, but nationally the average dog bite insurance claim paid in 2025 was about $65,450 (Insurance Information Institute). Serious Alabama cases regularly reach six figures. Our firm has recovered $100,000, $207,000, and $400,000 in Alabama dog bite cases. What your claim is worth depends on the severity of your injuries and scarring,...

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Can You Sue a Funeral Home for Damages in Alabama?

When a family member passes away, emotions are already running high. The last thing you expect is the funeral home to mistreat your deceased family member. Unfortunately, negligence in funeral homes happens. If the funeral home abused or neglected their duties, you could have a valid funeral home lawsuit case. If your family has suffered because of a negligent...

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