Car Accidents
The Potential Safety Shortcomings of Self-Driving Vehicles on the Road
You may have thought about the prospect of self-driving vehicles populating the roadways and highways of our nation, and how safe that would be. A number of companies are pursuing the top spot in the autonomous vehicle market at this time and you may soon be sharing the road with these vehicles on an ever…
Read MoreHolding Speeding Drivers Accountable for the Injuries and Deaths They Cause
Almost everyone exceeds the speed limit now and then. It’s illegal and dangerous, but it’s also fairly common. There’s no excuse, though, for driving 10, 20, 30, or 50 mph over the speed limit. Excessive speeding is much more than a violation of traffic laws. Excessive speeding recklessly endangers the lives of any passengers in…
Read MoreNTSB Blames Tesla Autopilot System and Lax Regulations for Fatal Crash
The safety of automated driving systems and autonomous vehicles is still a major concern. While the manufacturers of these cars claim that there are numerous benefits such as controlling a vehicle driven by a drunk or distracted driver, there is a lot more testing that needs to be done and a lot more ingenuity that…
Read MoreThe Consequences of Sustaining Nerve Damage in a Car Crash
The nervous system is essentially the body’s electrical wiring. Nerves transmit signals throughout the entire body, instructing the body to execute various functions. Neuropathic damage can prove debilitating in terms of overall health, as well as in the ability to enjoy day-to-day life. In a car crash, the nerves can be severed, stretched, crushed, or…
Read MoreWhat Do I Do if a Recalled Auto Part Caused My Car Crash?
Manufacturers are required to issue recall notices on defective parts and products, including defective vehicle parts. This is done in order to alert consumers of the danger, and instruct them on taking appropriate action to have the issue resolved. Unfortunately, at times, these recall notices do not arrive fast enough and the dangerous defect has…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know about Merging Accidents
With thousands of motor vehicle accidents happening across the country each year, some of these accidents to occur when drivers are attempting to merge into a lane from a different section of the road. Some Huntsville merging accidents involve two vehicles, while others may involve multiple vehicles. Merging accidents, also called lane change accidents, often…
Read MoreImproving Drugged Driving Testing & Prosecution in Alabama
We’re certainly all aware of the dangers of drinking and driving. However, drug-impaired driving (or driving under the influence) is rapidly becoming a big problem on our highways – particularly with the rise in opioid abuse and recreational marijuana. However, one of the major issues with prosecuting drugged drivers is that many fast-metabolizing drugs can…
Read MoreShould I Hire an Attorney for My Car Accident Claim?
If you’ve ever been involved in a car accident, then you know how much of a nightmare they can be. You not only have to deal with the damage to your car (or any other property that was damaged), but the physical and emotional injuries you sustained. If you had passengers, it can complicate things…
Read MoreSeat Belt Safety Issues in Alabama
Alabama law requires all individuals occupying the front seat of a motor vehicle to wear a seat belt while the vehicle is moving or on the road, with some minor exceptions. In addition, a new state law goes into effect September 1, 2019 aimed at reducing car crash injuries and deaths. Starting on that date,…
Read MoreInjured in a Car Crash? You Can Use Your Health Insurance in Alabama
In May, Alabama sent an important bill to the Governor regarding medical liens. As of August 1, 2019, hospitals have been required to accept and bill your health insurance, instead of attaching a lien to an award to secure a higher payout. If you feel a bit confused as to why that was not already…
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