Car Accident Articles

Car Accident Lawyers Provide 9 Ways to Prevent an Accident

Posted on Fri Dec 10, 2021

The Holidays are a time of year when motor accidents increase tremendously. Follow these nine steps to prevent a car accident while you're traveling over the Holidays.

So you think you have "full coverage" auto insurance?

Posted on Tue Nov 16, 2021

Liability coverage, which pays for injury to another motorist or damage to another car. Alabama requires that drivers have a minimum amount of $25,000 in liability coverage.

Here’s What You Need to Know about Medical Bills After a Car Accident

Posted on Tue Jul 13, 2021

If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident, you are likely facing substantial medical bills. While you will have to pay these bills initially if the accident was caused by another driver their insurance company should eventually reimburse you.

Why You Need To Quickly Consult With An Experienced Lawyer After A Serious Injury

Posted on Fri Jul 09, 2021

If you have been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident because of another party’s negligence or recklessness, you have grounds for a lawsuit. The statute of limitations in Alabama for filing such a lawsuit is two years.

6 Texting and Driving Statistics You Probably Don’t Know

Posted on Sat Jul 03, 2021

The most recent complete data is from 2019. More than 3,100 people were killed, and more than 400,000 individuals were injured as a result of distracted driving. In Alabama, car accidents account for a large number of annual deaths (21.3 per 100,000).

7 Things You Should Do After a Car Accident

Posted on Thu Jul 01, 2021

Gasoline spilling onto the pavement, smoking vehicles, and busy oncoming traffic are examples of dangerous situations existing after a car crash. Never try to push overturned cars back onto their wheels or drive a wrecked car away from the scene.

What Hit and Run Victims Must Know About Insurance Coverage

What Hit and Run Victims Must Know About Insurance Coverage

Posted on Mon May 24, 2021

As the victim of a hit and run, you may be wondering if your liability insurance will provide compensation. Warren & Simpson has the answers for you.

Car Accident Knee Injury: Risks, Treatment, Legal Options

Posted on Fri Apr 23, 2021

In 2018, 159,925 car accidents and 47,419 related injuries occurred in Alabama, according to the Alabama Department of Transportation. And, as one study found, roughly 10% of those injuries were knee injuries.

Ringing in Ears (Tinnitus) After Car Accident: Legal Action

Posted on Tue Apr 13, 2021

You have found yourself a victim of a car accident and are experiencing not only the emotional effects but the physical effects as well. Back, neck, and head injuries are common. It is best to see a doctor at the emergency room or urgent care to check you over for any issues resulting from the car accident.

Memory Loss After a Car Accident: Causes and Legal Options

Posted on Thu Mar 04, 2021

When a careless driver crashes into your vehicle, they take away your physical safety and sense of wellbeing. But what if the accident they caused took something more from you? What if your car accident took away your memory?

Settlements for Back and Neck Injuries in Car Accidents

Posted on Fri Jan 22, 2021

Enduring the pain of a back injury from a car accident is no small burden. The physical consequences of the accident can cause discomfort, numbness, muscle spasms, and, in some cases, short or long-term disability.

Making a Claim for Property Damage in a Car Accident in Alabama

Posted on Fri Jan 22, 2021

The average American driver can expect to be in at least three or four car accidents during their lifetime, and most accidents involve property damage. However, suing for property damage after a car accident can be tricky.

Spine Injuries from Car Accidents: Legal Options to Take

Posted on Fri Jan 22, 2021

Between 2015 and 2020, the United States saw nearly 18,000 spinal cord injuries each year, according to the University of Alabama’s National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center. A staggering 38.6 percent of those injuries were the result of a car accident.

Do I Pay for Physical Therapy After a Car Accident?

Posted on Mon Dec 14, 2020

The damage that a car accident inflicts can last long after the initial impact. If physical therapy is a necessary part of the healing process, determining who will cover the cost is essential. From insurance details to the circumstances of the accident, there are multiple factors at play.