Navigating the aftermath of a railroad injury can be daunting, especially when it involves understanding complex legal concepts. This is particularly true for railroad workers who are covered under the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA is a unique piece of legislation that protects and compensates railroad workers injured on the job. Unlike traditional workers’ compensation laws, FELA is...
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ArticlesNo, lane splitting is not legal in Alabama. While a smaller vehicle such as a bicycle, a motorized bike, or a motorcycle might be capable of finding space to ride alongside or pass a car in the same lane, it is a violation of Alabama law to employ these maneuvers. There is a national conversation regarding whether states should...
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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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Gainsco Auto Insurance, which is owned by State Farm, typically writes minimum automobile insurance policies ($25,000 in Alabama and $30,000 in Texas). From our experience, dealing with Gainsco is a total disaster. It likes to low ball injury victims or deny liability even when liability is clear. Check out Gainsco’s horrendous reviews on the Better Business Bureaus’s website. If...
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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...
Continue ReadingSafeway Insurance Group based in Illinois owns Safeway Insurance Company. It mainly provides automobile insurance to its customers and insureds. Safeway typically writes minimum insurance policies. The minimum policy limit varies State by State. For example, in Alabama, the required minimum amount of automobile liability insurance coverage is $25,000 per claimant. However in Texas, the minimum auto liability policy...
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Dealing with the other driver’s insurance company following an accident is stressful enough. However, it’s often more challenging when you’re riding a motorcycle. Despite what the at-fault driver’s insurance company wants you to believe, they aren’t on your side. They have one goal—to reduce their overall payout. Don’t be intimidated by the motorcycle claims process and consider walking away,...
Continue ReadingDirect Auto Insurance, which is owned by National General, typically writes minimum automobile insurance policies ($25,000 in Alabama and $30,000 in Texas). From our experience, dealing with Direct Auto can be difficult. Check out Direct Auto’s reviews on the Better Business Bureaus’s website. If you have a bodily injury claim with Direct Auto, your best bet is to hire...
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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. Unfortunately, many individuals make critical mistakes that can hinder their ability to receive the compensation they deserve. Avoiding these common errors can help you...
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(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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