Alabama likes its pickup trucks. But the trucks are getting bigger, and so are the blind spots – especially in the front. At greatest risk are small children; the driver cannot see them. Consumer Reports tested more than a dozen vehicles, and the driver of at...
This is about – doing what’s right or doing what’s legal. Last week my article on riding in pickup truck beds got a lot of attention. Honestly, it may have been primarily because of the picture that showed a cute dog. But thanks to our canine-friendly readers, I now...
The breeze, the bounce, the feeling of impending disaster --- all part of the experience of riding in the back of a pickup truck. I have known a lot of Bama boys and girls who have done it. I might be one of them. BUT is it legal? This question comes after...
Have you seen a movie or two where the bad guy takes out an insurance policy on a stranger and then … well, you know, kills the person? So has the state of Alabama. And it says, “Oh no way, not in our state.” Forget the killing part; I am talking about the...
The U.S. government is admitting it did wrong, but it is not making it easy for the victims of Camp Lejeune to get the cash they need. I simply do not believe you can go it alone. You are going to need a lawyer. Here is why. The paperwork has become so complex...
Have you waited before pursuing your Camp Lejeune Claim? Confused by the tons of lawyer advertising about the toxic water at the Camp? Here is some information you need to know. Local Lawyer Best. I firmly believe that a local attorney is the way to go. You...
If you are injured, the state of Alabama has identified 6 specific areas where you can collect money. You need to pursue all of these to get the money you deserve. Remember, you did not cause the accident and should not have to pay to get better. Here are the...
Pick any major highway in Alabama, and it is only a matter of time before a road rage shooting occurs. When you hear of road violence in the United States, are you thankful if it is not in Alabama? Perhaps that is because you know the next one could be here....
You’re on the road. A driver is aggressive. How do you react? According to researchers, probably badly, at least sometimes. In my law office, I see more and more accidents because of road rage. A study from The Zebra shows what I have been seeing -- get ready...
By the end of the Labor Day holiday, roughly 300 people will be dead, and thousands of others will be injured in America. Some of those traffic accidents will be right here on the Gulf Coast. Think it doesn’t happen? Just look around. If you are...