Posts by Clay Martin
The Top Safety Violations in Construction
A construction zone can be a dangerous place. Companies must do their due diligence to ensure that all workers are safe when working both on and off the construction site. All workspaces and equipment must be free and clear of any recognized hazards while meeting industry safety standards. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration…
Read MoreSeeking Damages for Scarring and Disfigurement in an Injury Lawsuit
In the aftermath of accidents like car crashes, dog bites, workplace accidents, or violent assaults, the consequences often extend beyond the initial injury. Severe lacerations, burns, or trauma can result in permanent scarring, altering one’s physical appearance and causing emotional distress. These scars, whether on the face or body, serve as constant reminders of the…
Read MoreForklifts Are Dangerous Enough, But Defects Make Them Deadly
Whether you work at a warehouse or need to purchase a large order from a “big box” hardware store, the chances are good that you’ve been around a powered industrial truck – AKA, a forklift. These machines are used to move goods and products inside buildings and worksites with typically a great deal of pedestrian…
Read MoreWhat Happens If I’m Injured by an Out-of-State Driver?
If you feel like the roads in Huntsville, Decatur, and other areas of North Alabama have been a little crowded lately, you’re not wrong. Did you know that 3.7 million people visited Rocket City and Madison County in 2022? Considering there are about 218,000 people living in Huntsville, that’s a LOT of tourists. However, with…
Read MoreThe Importance of UM/UIM Coverage in Alabama
Uninsured/underinsured (called UM/UIM) insurance is a way for vehicle accident victims to receive compensation for their medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and property damage when the responsible driver doesn’t have any insurance or enough insurance. In Alabama, insurance companies are required to offer UM/UIM insurance when you purchase your own liability insurance. You…
Read MoreAlabama’s Civil Legal Aid Organizations Do Great Work for the Community
Under the Constitution, you are guaranteed the right to a defense if you are accused of a crime. Public defenders have some of the toughest jobs there are – and some of the most necessary. But they only work in criminal defense, and folks all over Alabama often find themselves in the middle of complicated…
Read MoreWhy Dust Collection Can Lead to Explosions
Last year, there was a dust collector explosion that injured an individual at Buchanan Lumber Company in Aliceville, Alabama. When the fire department and law enforcement arrived at the scene, the dust collector was fully engulfed in flames. The employees stated that they simply turned the equipment on for a test run since it had…
Read MoreWhy the “Highway to Hell” Is Such a Dangerous Road
Even though many efforts have been made across Alabama to increase the safety on US 431, it remains one of the most dangerous and deadliest roads in the United States. In fact, it is often referred to and commonly known as the “Highway to Hell.” The “Highway to Hell” stretches across parts of Alabama, Tennessee,…
Read MoreContaminated Eye Drops Are Causing Eye Infections, Blindness, and Death
A batch of contaminated eye drops is causing an outbreak of infections, blindness, and even three fatalities across the country, resulting in an FDA warning and manufacturer recall. According to ABC News, people around the United States are experiencing serious and life-threatening symptoms after using a popular eye drop product called EzriCare Artificial Tears. In…
Read MoreWill the Safe System Approach Reduce Traffic Accidents and Fatalities?
Wouldn’t it be nice to travel on U.S. roads and not be traumatized by a serious accident scene or have to worry about being in a life-altering crash? The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe System Approach (SSA) and National Roadway Safety Strategy (NRSS) are intended to greatly decrease the risks on American roads and when…
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