I have often said that you cannot collect on a car wreck case in Alabama if you are even 1% at fault. I have also stressed that you need a good lawyer because our state has this law. Now, I will tell you an exception that could let you collect damages (medical...
The doctrine of premises liability is the legal principle in Alabama that establishes the responsibility of a property owner when someone is injured at the location. There are a number of factors that come into play in regard to establishing the responsibility of a...
I know why you ask, “What is my case worth?” I would ask the same, and I wish there were an easy answer. But there isn’t. The value of a case depends on many, many, many different elements. After a lengthy investigation, I can usually give you an idea, but...
Falling is not natural. I don't know why people think it is. If you fall, there is a reason, and often it is because someone did not do what they were supposed to do. This is when a lawsuit comes into play. Don't be afraid of suing. To get your medical bills...
If you live in Mobile, Alabama, there's a good chance that you'll have to get your house treated for termites at least once. When you buy a new house, you can check to see if the house comes with a termite bond. You could also buy your own termite bond after you move...
If you rent and have suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning, can you sue your landlord? The answer, in most instances, is yes. In Alabama, this type of case falls under premises liability law, and you will most likely go after the landowner’s insurance...
Sometimes I have to advise my clients on not what is legal but what is practical. Here is the real question you want to ask yourself -- Am I willing to lose my job over not taking this shot? I won’t take a stand on whether you should have the vaccine or not,...
When families in Alabama entrust their loved ones to a nursing home, they expect that they'll be cared for. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. There are times when people in nursing homes are neglected and mistreated. The number of people in nursing homes is...
With so many millions of vehicles on the road, few people feel surprised about the number of accidents. Not all accidents end in catastrophes; many Alabama incidents end in nothing more than property damage. Some collisions do end with people hurt or worse, however....
Wanting to reopen a personal injury case usually comes when the injured person needs additional medical treatment. Sadly, here is the answer I generally must give – once you sign a settlement with an insurance company, that is it forever. Now there are some...
