Year: 2023
Did a trucker make a U-turn and crash into your vehicle? Truck drivers who make improper U-turns put every other driver on the road at risk of serious injury. That’s why some states and trucking companies have banned commercial truck drivers from making these maneuvers. Alabama Laws on Trucks Making U-Turns Alabama law states that […]
Mother Nature can take a toll on Alabama drivers, especially in the spring months of March through May. Rain from thunderstorms can make roads slick and visibility low, and the high winds of tornado season can make even the most cautious drivers get into wrecks. What happens if you are involved in an accident caused […]
Whiplash is a neck injury that can cause significant pain, and in severe cases, the symptoms of whiplash can be long-lasting. Treating whiplash is often expensive and time-consuming, and you might be unable to work while you recuperate. The costs associated with your recovery, coupled with lost income, could place a significant financial burden on […]
Alabama is one of only a few states with a guest passenger law. This law prohibits suing a driver for the injuries or death of passengers who didn’t pay for their ride. This article will discuss Alabama’s Guest Passenger Law, certain rights of passengers, and how the law firm of Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., […]
News reports of a semi-truck that rolled onto its side recently near Decatur raise the question of how common 18-wheeler overturns are in Alabama. This article will explore statistics on semi-truck rollover accidents, address the high rollover risk among such vehicles, and identify where large trucks overturn most frequently. It will also discuss how the rollover […]
While roundabouts and traffic circles can help improve traffic flow, they can be intimidating and confusing for drivers who are not used to them. This article explores Alabama’s rules concerning traffic circles, how failing to follow them can lead to accidents, and what you can do if you find yourself in a traffic circle crash. […]
There has been a 13 percent increase in the pedestrian death rate for pedestrians ages 12 to 19 since 2013, according to a report from the global nonprofit organization Safe Kids Worldwide. Five teenage pedestrians die every week on average in the United States. While teenagers in the 15-19 cohort only account for 26 percent of all children […]
When you’re planning a summer vacation, you need to get to and from your destination safely. While road tripping can be exciting, if you fail to take the proper precautions, you could put your whole family in harm’s way. The personal injury attorneys at Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., want you to stay safe and […]