Question: Thanksgiving and fires. Is that a real thing? JASON: Thanksgiving is becoming a hotbed for blazes. See what I did there. Now, I don't want to make light of this, but home fires around this time of year have even gotten the attention of the American Red...
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Helping Veterans with a Special Court Here in Mobile
Question: I am very proud of my brother's 20+ years in the military. He is now going to retire and move back to the Mobile area. What does Alabama do for veterans? JASON: We are very pro-military here in South Alabama. Plus, the state has done quite a lot to provide a...
Halloween Safety for Your Kids from a Guy Who Knows Trouble
Question: My grandson is coming to spend Halloween week with me. It's been 40 years since I took a little one out for trick or treat. Any legal changes over that time? JASON: Halloween is one of my favorite holidays – especially shared with a young child. But...
Crash. Report or drive away? Do you know the Alabama law?
Question: My sister hit a guy's car on Government Street here in Mobile. She gave him her number and then left. Has she broken the law? JASON: She may not have been required to call the police. But she should have. In Alabama, you don't have to call 911 if the car...
Alabama Law and Your Kid Being Hurt Playing Sports
Question: If my kid is hurt playing football, what can I do under Alabama law? JASON: Alabama loves its football. OK, that's not the most shocking statement I have ever made. But here is what might surprise you. Alabama is at the forefront of protecting children in...
What Alabama car insurance should I buy? Is cheap the way to go?
Question: You know Alabama insurance companies. Which insurance should I get? JASON: Here is the irony. The insurance company that is most important to you is usually not the one you send payments to. The real question is: What insurance company does the person who...
Can I have PTSD after a car wreck? Can I collect?
Question: My sister had a bad car wreck earlier this year. As I see her this Labor Day, anything I should look for? JASON: Do this. Check if she suffers from PTSD. Just like so many of our veterans, a traumatic event, like war or a car wreck, can cause deep emotional...
Wrecks in Mobile as Kids Get to School
Question – Getting kids to school seems to be more dangerous this year. Any advice? JASON: Something is going on. I do see more drivers failing to adjust their driving with the opening of school. Fortunately, I have not seen an increase in child-related accident cases...
Getting to School – Keeping Mobile Area Kids Safe
Question – With school starting, what do I tell my kids about traffic danger? JASON— This year, we are facing a very dangerous situation. Many of our children will be holding a potentially lethal instrument in their hands—an instrument we gave them. Cell phones can be...
An Accident When a Friend Uses Your Car. Who Pays?
Question: I loaned my car to a friend. In a wreck, do I have to pay? JASON: It might surprise you, but the state of Alabama says you have given a dangerous instrument to another person. Therefore, you can be held responsible if something terrible happens. This is no...