In Alabama, surviving family members may have the right to pursue legal action when a loved one dies due to another party’s wrongful actions. Depending on the details of your case, you may be eligible to recover compensation in the form of punitive damages. To recover compensation, an eligible party must file a civil lawsuit within the limited time...
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After a car crash on an Alabama road or interstate, most people immediately call 911 to report the crash. Typically, the Alabama state troopers or local police will arrive at the scene within minutes to help. Thereafter, law enforcement will investigate and prepare an accident report. The accident report contains crucial information about the parties involved and how the...
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In Alabama, there is no limit or cap on the amount of damages you can sue for in a car wreck claim. You can recover two types of damages in Alabama: compensatory and punitive damages. An expericenced car accident attorney at Fob James Law Firm will help you maximize the damages you recover from your case. Compensatory Damages in...
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If you sustained injuries in a head-on collision in Alabama, you may have the right to recover compensation from the party who hit you. Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous type of collision due to the force and location of impact. Both drivers and passengers can sustain catastrophic or life-threatening injuries. You may require extensive medical treatment and...
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Auto accidents are frustrating by nature, but they can become even more stressful when you’re dealing with an at-fault party who has no insurance or not enough insurance to cover your injury claim. If you carry uninsured motorist (UM) and underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage on your policy, you may be able to make a claim. Understandably, prospective clients want...
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If a funeral home commits an unlawful act against you or your loved one, you may want to file a complaint with the Alabama Board of Funeral Services. The Board regulates funeral homes across the state of Alabama to ensure they are complying with regulations. If a funeral home breaks the law, the Board can investigate the charges and...
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One of the most common questions we get from clients is “what are the attorney fees for the Camp Lejeune water contamination lawsuit?” Although most other law firms are charging fees of 40%, our Camp Lejeune attorney fees are 20% or 25% of the total recovery, depending on the stage your case is resolved or settled. Fob James Law...
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If you get into an accident that someone else caused, the other driver is liable for your damages. If that driver does not have car insurance, the chances of recovering compensation directly from them are small. If you carry uninsured motorist insurance on your own auto policy, however, that coverage can help with your medical bills and car repairs....
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(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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Auto AccidentsIn most cases, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury claim in Alabama. We call this time period the “statute of limitations.” For example, if you were injured in an trucking accident on January 1, 2024, you must file your case before January 1, 2026. Of course, there are several exceptions...
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