Children are prone to serious injuries in car accidents because their bodies are still forming. The child restraint industry is constantly evolving with safer, more secure child seats. Newer models improve safety, but they do not overcome all of a child’s...
Cullman County Personal Injury Blog
What to do if your insurance claim is denied in bad faith
If you’ve been injured in a car accident due to the negligence or recklessness of a third party, you expect to be able to make an insurance claim for compensation. When the worst happens and your insurer refuses to pay out, is there anything you can do? If you have...
Motorcyclists: Be seen to be safe
Motorcyclists are some of the most vulnerable road users. They are less visible to other vehicles, and their smaller size makes them more difficult to see in traffic. Motorcycle riders need to take extra care to ensure other drivers see them. How do you make...
Establishing fault is crucial to your car accident claim
One of the most important aspects of a car accident claim is ascertaining each driver’s contribution to the crash. However, it is not always so straightforward. There could be uncertainty about the circumstances that led to the accident and conflicting statements from...
Recognizing the most dangerous roads in Alabama
Alabama has some of the most dangerous roadways in the country. If you live in the state, you may know that there were over 900 fatalities in Alabama car accidents in 2020. As a driver, recognizing the most dangerous roadways can help you stay safer on the road. There...
Do you need to replace your car seats after a wreck?
Being involved in a crash when you have your children in the vehicle with you is traumatic for you and them. Your first thought will rightly be to make sure they’re safe and not injured. Once you do this, you may start to think about more practical matters. While...
How to safely share the road with semi-trucks
Semi-trucks represent a disproportionate number of fatal accidents in the United States. According to the National Safety Council, four percent of all registered vehicles are large trucks, but nine percent of fatal crashes involve large trucks. However, you can avoid...
3 safety tips for driving during the holidays
The holiday season is a great time for visiting friends and family. Unfortunately, it can also be a dangerous time to be on the road. Car crashes result in many injuries and deaths every year. When driving during busy travel times, keep a few safety tips in mind to...
3 forms of driving distractions
If someone asked you for an example of a driving distraction, you would probably have a little difficulty naming different scenarios. One such example is someone could be changing the radio station when they drift over the centerline. Or, a driver could be sending a...
Why you shouldn’t consider a car crash an accident
If you are in a crash with another driver, it’s improbable that you or they meant to cause a collision. There’s obviously the odd exception, such as if an angry driver rams you off the road, but most crashes are unintentional. People typically refer to these as...