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August 15, 2026

Who Is at Fault in a T-Bone Accident in Alabama?

A driver who ignores a traffic light, stop sign, or right-of-way rule may cause a T-bone crash. However, the impact location alone does not decide the fault. People also call a T-bone crash a side-impact or broadside crash. It occurs when one vehicle strikes another vehicle’s side. These car crashes often happen at intersections,…

Automobile Accident

August 15, 2026

Left-Turn Car Accidents in Alabama: Who’s at Fault?

If you face a left-turn crash in Alabama, the turning driver often must yield. Alabama law does not automatically assign fault to that driver. Signals, speed, visibility, witnesses, and other evidence can change the analysis. Alabama generally follows contributory negligence for ordinary negligence claims. Prompt evidence preservation and legal review may help protect a…

Automobile Accident

July 15, 2026

How Alabama Seat Belt Law Evidence Affects Your Injury Claim

If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Alabama and weren’t wearing a seat belt, you might worry that this fact will hurt your injury claim. Many people believe that failing to wear a seat belt will reduce the damages they can recover. However, Alabama’s seat belt law works differently from that of…

Automobile Accident

March 15, 2026

What Is Alabama Dram Shop Law for Over-Serving Alcohol?

If you or a loved one suffered injuries caused by someone’s intoxication, you may have legal options beyond suing the intoxicated person. Alabama’s dram shop law holds alcohol-serving establishments accountable when they knowingly serve visibly intoxicated customers who can then cause harm. Understanding your rights—whether you’re an injury victim or a business owner—requires knowing…

Automobile Accident

January 5, 2026

Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Alabama: What You Need to Know

If you drive in Alabama, you face a significant risk. Approximately 19.5% of drivers on Alabama roads don’t carry insurance. This makes it one of the highest uninsured rates in the nation. More than one in five vehicles you encounter could leave you without compensation if an accident occurs. Uninsured motorist coverage protects you…

Automobile Accident

October 27, 2025

Whiplash After a Car Accident: What You Need to Know

Car accidents happen in seconds, but their effects can last for months or even years. One of the most common injuries resulting from motor vehicle collisions is whiplash, a neck injury that occurs when the sudden force of impact causes your head to move rapidly back and forth. While whiplash might seem like a…

Automobile Accident

August 1, 2025

What Types of Injuries Are Most Common in Car Accidents?

Whether a sideswipe or a head-on collision, your body may not always bounce back quickly after a car accident. Some injuries heal fast, but others linger, rack up bills, or force you to alter how you move through daily life, especially when it comes to common car accident injuries like whiplash, fractures, or back pain.…

Automobile Accident

May 1, 2025

Understanding Comparative Negligence in Alabama

After a car accident in Alabama, determining who pays for collision-related losses depends entirely on how fault is assigned. Alabama follows a unique and strict approach to fault determination that differs significantly from most other states in the country, which apply the doctrine of comparative fault negligence premises in car accidents. This approach affects everything…

Automobile Accident

April 1, 2025

Common Injuries in Rear-End Collisions and How to Seek Compensation

Rear-end collisions happen daily and are one of the most common car accidents, so what do you do after?. While some may seem minor, they often cause serious injuries that can affect victims for months or even years. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a rear-end crash, it’s essential to understand…

Automobile Accident

August 1, 2024

When Is It Too Late to Go to the Doctor After a Car Accident?

When is it too late to go to the doctor after a car accident in Alabama? The answer varies since auto collisions cause injuries that range from minor to severe. These incidents are still a problem in Alabama and throughout the U.S. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) recorded 144,263 crashes statewide in a recent…

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