The aftermath of a car accident can be stressful and confusing. If the accident occurred on private property, you might wonder how the location affects liability. Alabama’s laws on car accidents on private property may seem intricate, but understanding your rights and responsibilities can make a significant difference in how you pursue compensation for your […]

Although renting moving trucks allows people to move properties more cost-effectively than hiring a full-service moving company, many people renting moving vans don’t have the experience or skill to operate these vehicles safely. If you got hurt in an accident involving a rented moving truck in Alabama, who can you hold responsible for your crash-related […]

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 […]

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 […]

Running some 366 miles from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley, Interstate 65 is one of the longest interstate highways in Alabama. If you’re traveling along I-65 for business or pleasure, the seven rest stops and one welcome center provide convenient places to stretch your legs, use the facilities, and even have a picnic. […]

Road rage has long been a serious problem in Alabama. A report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that Alabama ranked third in the nation for road rage-related fatalities in one recent year, with a staggering 64 deaths. The study’s results prompted the state to reduce road rage accidents and make Alabama […]

If you were injured in a car accident someone else caused in Alabama, the responsible party might be evident to you, but proving their negligence could be another story altogether. Determining fault in a car accident is not always a straightforward process. Parties such as insurance adjusters, police officers, and accident investigators will decide who […]

Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of bone fractures. Certain types of broken bones are more likely to result from car accidents. Continue reading to learn more about the causes of broken bones in an accident, the most common bones broken in car wrecks, and how broken bones are diagnosed and treated. What Causes […]

In response to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, Congress passed the REAL ID Act of 2005. Title II of the act was intended to improve security when issuing driver’s licenses and personal identification cards. Under the act, all states and territories in the U.S. must comply with the new law. Initially, the deadline […]