On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | May 21, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
Though a herniated disk is usually a degenerative process, it can also happen due to acute trauma from a car accident. The force of impact can cause damage to the outer layer of the disk, and the inner layer may then leak out. This can put pressure on the spinal cord...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Apr 24, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
When you first find yourself dealing with the consequences of a car accident, you may worry you have missed an important step. In order to prevent further injury or confusion, it is important to know what actions to take directly after a crash. Stay safe Many times,...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Mar 24, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
Alabama drivers share the road with many other vehicles and people. Because of this, there is a high chance of drivers crashing. Many factors go into creating the risk for a crash. Today we will look into cognitive distractions in particular. These distractions are...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Mar 12, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
Ambulances are supposed to save lives, not destroy them. Many in Alabama believe that an emergency response vehicle is likely one of the safest places on the road to be. However, ambulance drivers are not infallible. Likewise, they cannot always control the situations...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Mar 5, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
While getting their driver’s license is a very exciting time for teenagers, it may be scarier for the parents, and for good reason. Teen drivers pose a high risk to themselves and others on the road, and parents can do their part to reduce serious and fatal...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Feb 23, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
Motorists who drink and drive pose a serious threat to people across the nation, but those traveling Alabama’s roadways face an especially high risk of dying in an alcohol-involved car wreck. Research shows that Alabama sees more drunk driving deaths annually than...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Feb 4, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
Bicycling provides recreation and exercise, but a collision with a motor vehicle can result in serious injury or disability. According to data from the Alabama Department of Public Safety, bike accidents cause an average of 185 significant injuries and nine fatalities...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Jan 22, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
Research shows that the use of car seats can help to save the lives of children in care accidents. Children are too small to benefit from the safety devices that come standard on vehicles. Manufacturers make seat belts to fit adult bodies and air bags to work for...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Jan 22, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
To legally drive in Alabama, you need to have minimum auto insurance coverage. While this coverage will satisfy the legal requirements, you may be surprised to learn that it really is not that much coverage. Knowing what the minimum insurance policy covers can help...
On behalf of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. | Jan 1, 2020 | Car Accident Injuries
Motor vehicle accident injuries take many forms, and the lawyers of Wilkins, Bankester, Biles & Wynne, P.A. are very familiar with how devastating these wrecks are. Worse, some auto accident injuries are not even apparent right away. For example, some car crash...
