Some drivers mistakenly believe that if no one is injured in a collision, they can simply leave the scene. However, that is not the case under Alabama law. Leaving the scene of a car crash can result in serious legal and financial consequences. What Are Alabama’s Hit-and-Run Laws? Alabama traffic laws require drivers involved in […]
It is illegal in Alabama to pass a stopped school bus with flashing red lights in most cases. One narrow exception is for oncoming traffic on a roadway divided by a physical barrier. Each day school is in session, around 350,000 students in Alabama ride school buses that travel over 450,000 miles, according to the […]
The damages you can recover after a car accident in Alabama include economic damages, non-economic damages, and, in exceptional cases, punitive damages. The potential amount of damages you could recover in a car accident case depends on several key factors, such as the severity of your injuries, the at-fault party’s insurance policy limits, and your […]
While your financial needs are not your top concern after a family member’s death, it is vital not to forget such practical matters. Losing a family member can result in a significant drop in your household income. You must also consider the rising cost of funerals and burials, which can add more financial stress to […]
You do not always have to go to court after a car accident. In fact, most cases settle well before reaching that point. If the insurance company agrees to pay a fair amount and both sides feel satisfied, you could close your case without filing a lawsuit. However, if you cannot agree on who caused […]
You might think you initially feel fine after a car accident in Alabama and forgo seeking medical treatment. But what happens if you develop injury symptoms later on? Can you still seek compensation for your injuries? Fortunately, yes. While it’s always best to seek medical treatment as soon as possible, some injuries from car accidents […]
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents in Northern Alabama and elsewhere throughout the country. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,275 people were killed in accidents involving distracted drivers in a single recent year. If you were injured in a motor vehicle crash caused by a distracted […]
It should come as no surprise that night driving is generally more dangerous, but many motorists are surprised at just how dangerous it is. Nearly half – 49 percent – of all fatal car accidents happen at night, even though nighttime driving makes up only about a quarter of traffic activity, according to the National […]
A diffuse axonal injury is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that disrupts normal brain function. It occurs when head trauma tears the long connecting nerve fibers in the brain called axons. A diffuse axonal injury often causes microscopic changes in the brain that may be difficult to detect on MRI or CT. According […]
Unlike passenger cars, semi-trucks rely primarily on air brakes, a powerful system designed to handle tractor-trailers’ immense weight and momentum. Air brakes on semi-trucks use compressed air to activate the brakes. With so much riding on these crucial safety systems, it’s essential to understand how air brakes function, their key components, and what happens when […]
