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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. […]
Attorney David J. Hodge is marking a decade on the Mid-South Super Lawyers list – and his fifth listing on the Top 50 Attorneys – the law firm of Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., announced today. Attorneys Joe A. King, Jr., and Harvey B. Morris also received Super Lawyers honors, and attorney Jasmine McNamara was […]
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. […]
If you’re a driver in Alabama, you may have heard of Medical Payments (MedPay) coverage and wondered if it is right for you. In this article, the legal team at Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., explains how MedPay insurance works and how it can benefit Alabama motorists. What Is MedPay Coverage in Alabama? Medical Payments […]
Morris, King & Hodge Hires New Associate Attorney Huntsville, Alabama—The law firm of Morris, King & Hodge, P.C. is pleased to announce Amanda J. West has joined our firm as an associate attorney. Amanda graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in May 2022 and passed the bar exam in late September. After […]
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 […]
Three additional attorneys from Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., also recognized by The Best Lawyers in America for 2023. The North Alabama personal injury law firm of Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., announced today that partner David J. Hodge has received “Lawyer of the Year” honors for plaintiff’s personal injury law in Huntsville from The […]
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 […]
