On April 4, 2024, the Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee admitted a bill that would severely curtail the rights of injured people. This Alabama tort reform bill, designated SB 293, would alter current laws to further protect corporations and insurance companies. We do not know whether the bill will become law. […]
When you are injured and receive a big personal injury settlement check, the question of taxes arises. After all, almost every source of income is taxable these days. But do you have to pay taxes on a personal injury settlement? The answer may surprise you. In most instances, you will […]
We’ve handled thousands of personal injury claims for injured people in north Alabama. Because of this, we have seen clients do common things that can negatively affect the value of their personal injury claim. So if you’re wondering what the easiest ways are to mess up your personal injury claim, […]
This blog post is a summary of case law updates and practical tips for litigating slip and fall cases in Alabama. Prepared by our personal injury attorneys, we hope this information will provide other Alabama lawyers guidance on obtaining successful outcomes for their clients. What is the Duty of the […]
Our attorneys have handled numerous cases involving pressure ulcers. A pressure ulcer, also commonly referred to as a “bedsore”, is an injury to skin and underlying tissue resulting from prolonged pressure on the skin. In many instances, a pressure ulcer is due to neglect. But how does a lawyer prove […]