Car Accidents
How to Tell Who Sideswiped Who
Determining fault in a sideswipe accident is not just a matter of resolving heated roadside debates; it has real legal and insurance implications. In Alabama, the determination of fault can impact insurance claims, out-of-pocket costs, and potential lawsuits. Misplaced blame can lead to hefty expenses, undeserved license points, and increased insurance rates. This is...
Read MoreAverage Payout for Nerve Damage from a Car Accident
The often-invisible nature of traumatic nerve injuries sustained in automobile collisions frequently conceals their ultimate severity until weeks after accidents, once unremitting pain, motor dysfunction, and activity loss manifest. Understanding common payout ranges for permanent or long-term nerve damage is key both for injury victims facing lifelong medical needs and attorneys tasked with securing...
Read MoreWhen is a Rear-End Collision Not Your Fault?
The majority of collisions, or about 29% of all collisions, are rear-end collisions, which also cause a sizable number of injuries and fatalities each year according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Determining fault in a rear-end collision is not always as straightforward as just blaming the rear driver. Circumstances like sudden...
Read MoreWhat Happens When a Car Accident Claim Exceeds Insurance Limits
When injured victims' rightful compensation amounts surpass the automobile liability coverage held by at-fault drivers, complexities arise in attempting full recovery. Determining available insurance assets, evaluating realistic settlement ranges given limits, understanding negligence liability beyond policies, and skillful car accident lawyer negotiation become critical for maximizing compensation from underinsured parties. In this article, Whit...
Read MorePTSD from a Car Accident: Recognizing and Understanding the Symptoms
PTSD, which stands for post-traumatic stress disorder, is a serious condition that can develop after terrifying events like violent auto accidents. Sufferers involuntarily relive the trauma through intrusive memories, nightmares, and anxiety that won’t subside over time. According to the National Center for PTSD in the United States, 5% of adults (or 5 out...
Read MoreHow to Prove You Are Not at Fault in a Car Accident
After a collision at an intersection, Marta was certain the other driver had run a red light and struck her vehicle. However, she was dismayed when the police report indicated she was at fault for failure to yield. Marta knew she entered the intersection legally on a green light and realized she would need...
Read MoreDo I Have to Pay My Health Insurance Back After a Car Accident?
After an auto accident, injury victims may receive significant medical treatment covered by their health insurance plan. However, many insurers have post-settlement reimbursement rights for the bills they pay relating to crash injuries and losses. While repayment is not automatic, understanding when and how much health insurers may recover is important for those who...
Read MoreCan You Get Compensation if the Accident Was Your Fault?
When injury victims share fault or negligence contributing to an automobile accident they were involved in, recovery rights become more complex. In this article, car accident attorney Whit Drake will examine comparative negligence doctrines, insurance liability intricacies, and steps car accident lawyers can take to potentially secure some damages for clients even when they...
Read MoreCan You Get a Ticket Days After an Accident?
Many drivers don’t expect that tickets can be issued after they leave the scene of the accident. However, in-depth collision investigations and new evidence find can prompt delayed ticketing even weeks later in some cases. Understanding the accident reconstruction timeline, offenses subject to late ticketing, and legal defenses against outdated citations is key. In...
Read MoreMistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident
If you get injured in a car accident, you need to know what steps to take to protect your rights as a victim. Many crash victims do not realize that what they do in the immediate aftermath of a collision can affect their injury claims. Avoid these mistakes our Birmingham car accident lawyers have...
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