Sometimes, the moments immediately after a car crash seem like something out of a comedy. A driver steps out of a car shouting about how the crash ruined their lunch and their shirt. They have the remnants of a cheeseburger smeared all over the front of them, and for...
Car Accidents
3 questions to ask when reviewing car insurance settlement offers
Obtaining car insurance compensation after a crash can be a headache. Frequently, the process may take multiple months. The party affected by the crash may have to repeatedly submit invoices to the insurance company to obtain compensation. Waiting for a response and...
Can a front vehicle’s operator be to blame for a rear-end crash?
Figuring out who is actually at fault for a car crash can be a complicated process. It is common for both drivers to try to blame the other and downplay their own contributions to the situation. Some people outright lie to the other driver or to the police officer who...
The most dangerous traffic maneuver when at an intersection
Drivers generally know that they need to be careful around intersections. After all, they are about to enter an area where multiple vehicles travel in opposing directions. Many of the worst crashes reported every year take place at busy intersections. It only takes a...
3 unsafe driving practices
Drivers must maintain the mental capacity to react to what’s going on around their vehicle. Any driver who’s not in the proper mental state to drive should stay off the roads so they don’t cause crashes. Unfortunately, some drivers don’t think about the seriousness of...
How can third-shift work contribute to a risk of car wrecks?
Working overnight is a fact of life for many people, including medical professionals, gas station attendants and others. For those individuals, abnormal sleep patterns are common. While some may joke about this reality, those different sleep patterns may lead to a...
What fault matters after an Alabama motor vehicle collision
There are many Alabama state laws that apply to those operating motor vehicles. For example, drivers generally need to follow all posted traffic signs and operate their vehicles in a safe manner consistent with traffic laws. They must maintain a driver's license,...
What Alabama drivers need to know about distracted driving
Distracted driving has become one of the most significant safety scourges on Alabama roads. Most people will notice at least one or two other drivers in traffic who don't have their eyes on the road and any given day. Giving those drivers plenty of space could be a...
How policy limits can affect someone’s options after a car wreck
After a car crash in Alabama, people generally turn to insurance. After all, every driver is required to carry insurance coverage. The biggest insurance companies also spend a lot of effort to brand themselves as helpful and compassionate organizations. It is totally...
Who replaces someone’s lost wages after an Alabama wreck?
The employment consequences of a car crash often extend far beyond the risk that someone ends up late for work and in need of a rental vehicle for a few weeks. For those who suffer significant injuries, there may be major career consequences. Some people might lose...