(Trinity, AL, September 20, 2021) – A forklift hit a man in a steel factory on Monday, and the man died. The fatal forklift injury occurred at Nucor Decatur. The Decatur police responded to the accident. When they arrived, officers found the forklift had hit employee Don Burton. He was conscious when the authorities arrived but had sustained serious...
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Alabama Accident News(Montgomery, AL, August 18, 2021) — A two-vehicle collision on Birmingham Highway left one man dead. Police reported the death of 84-year-old Union Springs resident Joe Caldwell in a car accident in Montgomery, AL. Around 4:30 PM, Caldwell’s Dodge Caravan collided with a Volvo near Trinity Road. The Montgomery police transported Caldwell to the hospital where he later died...
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Alabama Accident News(Madison, AL, August 19, 2021) — A vehicle struck and killed a 16-year-old pedestrian in a hit and run Madison accident. The teenager, Mason Cozelos, was crossing East Limestone Road when the vehicle hit him. Authorities declared Cozelos dead when they arrived at the crash scene around 10:30 PM. The driver fled the scene of the crash, and the...
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Alabama Accident News(Fayette County, AL, August 26, 2021) — A 56-year-old man died after a truck crash on Alabama 13. Alabama State Troopers responded to the crash scene where two trucks crashed into each other. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said it was a head-on collision near mile marker 223. The crash occurred just before 2:15 PM. The deceased driver, Kevin...
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ArticlesAs scooters and mopeds continue to gain popularity, you need to understand Alabama scooter laws. This popularity has increased scooter-related injuries. Scooters and mopeds offer users the convenience of mobility within towns and cities. However, their operation on the same roadways as cars and motorcyclists puts scooter riders at an increased risk of accidents. What Is Alabama’s Scooter Law?...
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Alabama Accident News(Birmingham, AL, September 7, 2021) — A man died in a single-vehicle crash on Valley Crest Drive in Birmingham. The Jefferson County Coroner identified the deceased driver as Tobin Blaine Greene. He was 53 years old, and he was alone in his vehicle at the time of the crash. The Birmingham Police Department reported that Greene’s 2015 Ford Edge...
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Intersection accidents are common in Alabama. Many of these happen because drivers are unaware of how they should safely proceed when other vehicles are in the intersection and there is no signal or stop sign. It’s essential to familiarize yourself with the Alabama right-of-way laws, so you aren’t the cause of a collision. If you or someone you love...
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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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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,...
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ArticlesThe Alabama car insurance laws require vehicle owners and drivers to carry liability insurance. Despite these requirements, a significant percentage of Alabama drivers do not have insurance. Getting caught driving while uninsured is a crime. If you get caught, you face criminal charges and a substantial fine. If you obey the law and have at least the minimum required...
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