[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","text":"You can register a motorcycle with the following documents in Alabama: Proof of insurance Original title or signed registration documents Fees for title and registration While Alabama did not require a specific license or endorsement for riding a motorcycle until 2015, all riders must now have a Class M endorsement to operate their vehicle.","name":"Answer to: CAN YOU REGISTER A MOTORCYCLE WITHOUT A LICENSE IN ALABAMA? ","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"DO YOU NEED A MOTORCYCLE LICENSE TO DRIVE A SCOOTER OR MOPED IN ALABAMA? ","text":"Lane-splitting, which occurs when motorcycles ride between two lanes of traffic, is not legal in Alabama. Lane splitting is generally considered unsafe because drivers of cars may not notice motorcycles in their blind spots, which can lead to accidents if the driver attempts to change lanes. However, motorcyclists may share a lane with one other motorcycle side-by-side.","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer1"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer to: DO YOU NEED A MOTORCYCLE LICENSE TO DRIVE A SCOOTER OR MOPED IN ALABAMA? ","text":"Yes. Mopeds are classified as motorcycles, and you\u2019ll need to have a special \u201cM\u201d endorsement on your driver\u2019s license to legally operate one in Alabama.","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer2"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","text":"The minimum age for applying for a motorcycle license is 16. However, individuals as young as 14 can apply for a special restricted license that permits them to operate scooters and street bikes such as mopeds.","name":"Answer to: HOW OLD DO YOU NEED TO BE TO GET A MOTORCYCLE LICENSE IN ALABAMA? ","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer3"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","text":"Families who have unexpectedly lost a family member who helped support the household often experience financial distress after the loss. Our Alabama wrongful death attorneys handle cases on a contingency fee basis. We pay any upfront out-of-pocket costs, and we provide free consultations. You pay us no fee or expenses unless we win a settlement or award in your case.","name":"Answer to: HOW CAN I AFFORD AN ALABAMA WRONGFUL DEATH LAWYER?","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer4"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","text":"An attorney must establish certain elements to prove negligence in a wrongful death case. They include:  The at-fault individual or business had a duty to the deceased. For example, a driver has a duty to other motorists to obey traffic laws and operate a vehicle so as not to endanger others. The defendant breached their legal duty. The driver got intoxicated and drove without regard for safety. The failure to uphold the legal duty led to the death. The drunk driver\u2019s reckless driving led to a head-on collision in which another motorist was killed.","name":"Answer to: HOW DO YOU PROVE A WRONGFUL DEATH?","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer5"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","text":"A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit that is filed on behalf of the estate of a person who died as a result of someone else\u2019s negligence, wantonness, failure to act or willful misconduct.","name":"Answer to: WHAT IS A WRONGFUL DEATH LAWSUIT?","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer6"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer to: PEDESTRIAN HIT BY CAR \u2013 WHAT TO DO?","text":"No one expects to be injured in a pedestrian accident. If you have been hit by a car and you are able, you should obtain the contact and insurance information of the at-fault motorist. You will need to prove that the motorist who hit you was at fault in order to claim compensation from the at-fault driver\u2019s insurance company. If you were hit by a hit-and-run driver, you may make a claim through your own uninsured motorist coverage. An experienced lawyer who knows Alabama personal injury law can guide you through the claims process and protect your rights to seek full compensation.","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer7"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer to: WHAT HAPPENS IF A PEDESTRIAN CAUSES AN ACCIDENT?","text":"Motorists in Alabama must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in a crosswalk. However, if a pedestrian crosses an intersection in Huntsville against a light, the pedestrian may have contributed to the accident and be ineligible to receive compensation from the motorist. In Alabama, if a pedestrian contributed even partly to an accident, the pedestrian may not be able to claim damages from the driver. The insurance companies will give weight to the police findings in determining fault in an accident. The fault in a pedestrian accident is often disputed. It is important not to merely accept the first offer made by insurance companies. You may be entitled to much more. It is also important to consult an attorney to properly preserve your claims so they will not be barred by the statute of limitations. Having a proven lawyer presenting evidence to the insurance adjuster supporting your account of the accident can make all the difference in the outcome.  If you or a loved one have been injured or killed in a pedestrian accident, then you should contact the Huntsville pedestrian injury attorneys of Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., for a free and confidential consultation. We can help you recover compensation for the injuries you sustained in the accident.","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer8"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","text":"If you are bitten by a dog, seek appropriate medical treatment as soon as possible. After you have been treated, consider consulting an attorney with experience handling dog bite cases to determine whether you have a valid claim and what damages are recoverable under the law. An attorney will ask for information about how your dog bite happened. You may attempt to determine the name and address of the dog owner and find out how recently the dog received a rabies shot. Dog owners are required to have their dogs immunized and should have a printed certificate showing the date of the immunization. Contact the county animal control office after a dog bite and provide information about the dog owner and a description of the dog and where the attack occurred. Animal control will confirm whether the dog is up-to-date on rabies vaccination and may test the dog for rabies. Animal control may issue a citation to the dog owner if the animal is not properly confined. Consult with your doctor about whether you are at risk of rabies and need follow-up treatment.","name":"Answer to: WHAT SHOULD YOU DO WHEN A DOG BITES YOU?","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer9"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer to: HOW DO I RECEIVE COMPENSATION FOR MY DOG BITE INJURY?","text":"If the dog owner is liable for your injuries, a claim will be presented to the dog owner\u2019s insurance company. The dog owners\u2019 homeowners and renters\u2019 insurance policies typically will cover injuries related to dog bites. The insurance company may make a settlement offer. Claims related to injuries from dog bites have increased significantly in recent years and represented more than a third of all homeowners\u2019 insurance liability claims paid out in 2015, according to the Insurance Information Institute. The Institute reported the average cost for dog bite claims was more than $37,000 in 2015.","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer10"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer to: HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO FILE A DOG BITE LAWSUIT?","text":"Alabama generally allows victims of dog bites two years from the date of the attack to file a personal injury lawsuit. Investigating and preparing a lawsuit takes some time, so it is important to contact a dog bite attorney to review the facts of the incident as soon as possible. The lawyers at Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., are prepared to start investigating a serious dog bite accident promptly, and are committed to preserving evidence of the attack. Speaking with a knowledgeable attorney after a serious dog bite can give you an understanding of your legal options and some peace of mind. Our attorneys will treat you with respect, answer you questions and, work hard to provide effective legal representation. If a dog has injured you or a loved one, call us today for a free consultation.","@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer11"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"CAN YOU REGISTER A MOTORCYCLE WITHOUT A LICENSE IN ALABAMA? ","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Answer"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.mkhlawyers.com\/faqs\/#Question"},{"@type":"Question","name":"IS LANE-SPLITTING LEGAL IN ALABAMA? 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