What are hours of service regulations?
Drowsy driving is a serious issue among commercial truck drivers. Driving while fatigued impairs response time and judgment, similar to the effects of driving while inebriated. To prevent serious problems from the occurring, truck drivers are obligated to follow...
read moreSteps required to legally drive a motorcycle
For motorcycle enthusiasts in Alabama, there’s nothing like the 360-degree views and the feeling of freedom on the open road. However, riders also face increased risk when sharing the road with bigger, heavier vehicles. At , we often...
read moreHurricanes and auto accidents
There are a lot of different reasons why motor vehicle collisions are likely to happen, from congested traffic to certain times of the day (and night) which are especially dangerous. Our law office is aware of the many hazards associated with hurricanes, which may...
read moreMen and women facing different odds on Alabama roads
You might assume the traffic accident statistics may be similar for women and men. After all, the laws of physics are the same regardless of gender. But it turns out that men are dying on the roads at a much higher rate than women are. Researchers have some clear...
read moreMental scars brought on by car accidents
When people think about motor vehicle collisions, they often envision the potential physical consequences of a crash, such as head and neck injuries or broken bones. They may also think about the financial impact of a collision, from property damage to hospital bills...
read moreDrug addiction after a car crash
On their road to recovery, auto accident victims may endure a number of hardships. Sometimes, the consequences of a car accident can interfere with professional personal lives from a long-term point of view. For example, someone may need to work in a lower-paying...
read moreStrong underride guard standards save lives
As you travel the Alabama highways, you may notice as you cruise along next to a semitruck that the bottom of the trailer is about even with your line of sight. At , our legal team recognizes how this height discrepancy puts passenger...
read moreWhat happens after a spinal cord injury?
Motorcyclists in Alabama face a myriad of risks on the road. Even if you insist on the proper safety steps every time you ride, other drivers may behave in ways that increase your risk of experiencing a serious injury, such as spinal cord damage. MedicineNet.com...
read moreHow can you prevent motorcycle accident injuries?
Spring and summer mean warmer weather and more leisure time for motorcycle riding in Alabama. However, this also brings with it the risk of accident and injury. In order to enjoy your rides and prevent motorcycle accident injuries, it is important that you follow...
read moreBanning texting while driving saves teens’ lives
Texting while driving is as much a problem in Alabama as the rest of the United States. While adults are also guilty of distracted driving, it is teens who are most at risk. As less experienced drivers, they sometimes lack the skills to take proper corrective action...
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