About 30,000 new products are unveiled in the U.S. each year. The vast majority won’t ever injure the Americans who use them and cause them to consider filing product liability claims. There are, however, some poorly designed products that may malfunction and lead to people sustaining serious injuries while using them. If you’re ever hurt […]
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Imagine you’re at work, driving a new forklift that’s carrying thousands of pounds. You operate forklifts daily, but your boss recently switched to the latest models. You apply the brake, but it malfunctions, causing the forklift to crash and the entire load to topple over. While many assume your employer should be on the hook […]
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On August 21, 2024, Attorneys Bryan Comer and Lacey Smith obtained a jury verdict of $1,318,000 for a serious motor vehicle collision caused by a wheel separation from a trailer on Interstate 65. The jury returned a verdict against the maintenance company that failed to properly secure the wheels after performing work on the trailer. […]
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You’re cruising the city with your friends, perhaps looking for a place to eat or something fun to do. Suddenly, a drunk driver pulls out of a bar parking lot and smashes into your car. You may know that you can hold the driver liable, but did you know that the bar may be liable, […]
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As the summer days wind down and the school bells start ringing, it’s time for children to head back to school. While this season brings excitement and new beginnings, it also calls for heightened attention to safety, especially around bus stops, school zones, and pedestrian areas. Whether you’re a parent, student, or motorist, staying informed […]
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When we get into our vehicles, especially if they’re new or recently serviced ones, we expect them to get us to our destination safely. This, unfortunately, doesn’t always happen. Car and truck defects unfortunately occur, which can lead to motorists and others getting seriously hurt. Below, we explain what you need to know about auto […]
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From military operations involving the U.S. Navy and Marines to commercial boating and fishing operations, offshore oil extraction, and cruise ship operations, these are just some of the many different roles that comprise the over 12,860 domestic maritime industry jobs that the American Maritime Partnership claims we have here in Alabama. While many employment situations […]
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Boating accidents often result in significant property damage and devastating injuries, but they can often be avoided if people abide by certain boating safety tips. Unfortunately, however, even the most careful boaters cannot avoid mishaps caused by other people’s reckless behavior, and people who cause such incidents should be held accountable. If you have suffered […]
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Each April marks Distracted Driving Month, a public awareness campaign aimed at calling attention to the dangers distractions pose to motorists who engage in risky behavior and those they share the road with. We, therefore, thought it would be appropriate to share how big of an issue this irresponsible practice is in our state and […]
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Imagine stepping out of your favorite local bar, the night still young and full of possibilities. But then, tragedy strikes. A drunk driver, moments after being served one too many drinks at that very bar, causes a catastrophic accident that injures you or takes the life of a loved one. If you’re wondering if holding […]
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