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March 20, 2023

What Happens When You Wreck a Rental Car

If you are driving a rental car, you might be on vacation or on a business trip. Either way, the last thing you want to deal with is a wreck in a rental car. But, if you do get into an accident with a rented vehicle, there are some things you should know so you…

Automobile Accident

March 15, 2023

What Happens If You Wreck a Leased Car?

Leasing a car has its advantages. You will have less expensive car payments and get a new vehicle every few years. Plus, the car will be under warranty throughout the lease period. However, what happens if you get into an accident with your leased car? If you are in an accident with a leased car,…

Automobile Accident

March 10, 2023

How To Handle a Car Wreck

Car wrecks can be stressful and life-changing experiences. The accident’s aftermath can be tough, both emotionally and physically. Unpaid medical bills can pile up, and you may have less money coming in because you can’t go to work. If the car wreck is not your fault, you can seek compensation for your injuries with the…

Automobile Accident

March 5, 2023

How Car Accident Settlements Work

Car accidents can result in devastating emotional, physical, and financial hardships. After a collision, you should be able to focus on your recovery instead of the financial burden of someone else’s wrongdoing. To seek compensation from a negligent party in a car collision, you can file a third-party insurance claim with their car insurance company.…

Automobile Accident

February 22, 2023

What Car Accident Lawyers Do

You might wonder whether you should hire a lawyer after a car accident. Although you have a general understanding of a lawyer’s role in a car accident claim, you might not know the specific tasks they complete. You can expect your car accident attorney to provide legal representation and guidance. They will protect your rights…

Automobile Accident

February 15, 2023

Why You Should Get a Lawyer for a Minor Car Accident

You aren’t required to hire a car accident lawyer after a minor crash. However, you should consider the benefits of seeking legal representation from someone with experience. Leaving the accident scene without reporting what happened to the police can have severe repercussions. In Alabama, the driver of a motor vehicle must report a crash to…

Automobile Accident

January 20, 2023

When Car Accident Claims Exceed Insurance Limits

Our team of Birmingham car accident attorneys has seen many cases where the cost of losses and injuries resulting from a car accident exceeds the limits of the at-fault driver’s insurance policy. In these types of cases, it can be difficult for the victim to recover the full amount of compensation that they deserve. In…

Automobile Accident

January 10, 2023

Reporting a Car Accident to Insurance

Being involved in a car accident can be a traumatic and stressful experience, and the last thing you want to deal with is the legal and financial ramifications of being in one. One of the most important steps in the aftermath of a car accident is reporting it to your insurance company. In this post,…

Automobile Accident

January 1, 2023

Requesting Surveillance Footage of Your Accident

One of the first things a personal injury attorney will do when taking on a new client is to request surveillance footage of their car accident. This footage can provide valuable evidence to show who was at fault for the accident and can be crucial in securing fair compensation for any damages or injuries you…

Automobile Accident

August 1, 2022

How Are Alabama’s Negligence Laws Different from Those of Other States?

When you’re injured in a car crash, it is your right to hold the negligent driver liable for causing your injuries. You could pursue compensation from the at-fault party for your medical treatment, lost wages, and other expenses. What happens, though, if the jury decides you were partially at fault for the crash? In most…

$200,000 Thousand Verdict

Icy Road Head-On Collision

$250,000 Thousand Verdict

Rear-End Car Accident

$325,000 Thousand Verdict

Motorcycle Accident

$400,000 Thousand Verdict

Left-Turn Car Accident

$100,000 Thousand Verdict

Dump Truck Rear-End Collision

$375,000 Thousand Verdict

Guest Passenger Car Accident

$225,000 Thousand Verdict

Drunk Driving Car Accident

$95,000 Thousand Verdict

Three-Car Rear-End Collision

$125,000 Thousand Verdict

Drunk Driving Head-On Collision

$125,000 Thousand Verdict

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The extent of your injuries
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Your age
Past medical bills
Future medical bills
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Whether injuries are temporary or permanent
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All cases are unique and we assess them on a case-by-case basis.

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To have a personal injury case, you must have suffered an injury, and that injury had to be at least partially the fault of another. The injury can be physical or non-physical depending upon the case and the basis of the lawsuit. Invasion of privacy, assault, infliction of emotional distress or an attack on your reputation are examples of injuries that are non-physical.

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Some cases settle within weeks, while others require litigation and can take over a year to reach completion.

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Billy M.

My experience with Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP was excellent. I was always informed at every stage of the process and guided throughout with exceptional expertise and professionalism. I highly recommend this law firm to anyone seeking counsel.

Stacy E.

All I can say about this firm is that they are the best. I enjoyed working with them on my case and would not hesitate to call on them in the future if needed advice. Everyone was very friendly and understood the issues. Special thanks to Caitlin and Brett.

Eric S.

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