2023

Traumatic brain injuries or TBIs are a leading cause of disability and death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2021, brain injuries accounted for approximately 69,473 deaths. Even people who survive their brain injuries are often left with life-changing symptoms and effects. Identifying the leading causes...

Being deposed can be intimidating if unfamiliar with how the deposition fits into accident proceedings. As an information-gathering tool, depositions require plaintiffs to recount details surrounding the crash under oath so defense counsel can assess claims. Having experienced personal injury attorneys prepare clients on what to expect removes stress. At Drake Injury Lawyers, we...

Accidents are traumatic, more so when they involve our most vulnerable – children. In Alabama, where the legal landscape uniquely intertwines with the deep-seated values of its people, the ramifications of a child being injured in a car accident are multifaceted. Whether it's ensuring the child's present and future medical needs are met, grappling...

After even low-speed, "minor" collisions, the path to fair claim resolution is seldom simple and predictable. Despite initially cooperating on insurance claims, liable parties often reverse course and deny reasonable reimbursement requests once the dust settles. Having experienced counsel in your corner from the outset of the process provides reassurance and leverage to secure...

Determining fault in a sideswipe accident is not just a matter of resolving heated roadside debates; it has real legal and insurance implications. In Alabama, the determination of fault can impact insurance claims, out-of-pocket costs, and potential lawsuits. Misplaced blame can lead to hefty expenses, undeserved license points, and increased insurance rates. This is...

The often-invisible nature of traumatic nerve injuries sustained in automobile collisions frequently conceals their ultimate severity until weeks after accidents, once unremitting pain, motor dysfunction, and activity loss manifest. Understanding common payout ranges for permanent or long-term nerve damage is key both for injury victims facing lifelong medical needs and attorneys tasked with securing...

The majority of collisions, or about 29% of all collisions, are rear-end collisions, which also cause a sizable number of injuries and fatalities each year according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Determining fault in a rear-end collision is not always as straightforward as just blaming the rear driver. Circumstances like sudden...

When injured victims' rightful compensation amounts surpass the automobile liability coverage held by at-fault drivers, complexities arise in attempting full recovery. Determining available insurance assets, evaluating realistic settlement ranges given limits, understanding negligence liability beyond policies, and skillful car accident lawyer negotiation become critical for maximizing compensation from underinsured parties. In this article, Whit...

PTSD, which stands for post-traumatic stress disorder, is a serious condition that can develop after terrifying events like violent auto accidents. Sufferers involuntarily relive the trauma through intrusive memories, nightmares, and anxiety that won’t subside over time. According to the National Center for PTSD in the United States, 5% of adults (or 5 out...

Pursuing compensation after being injured by another party's negligence involves navigating a complex legal process with many phases. According to information gathered by the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Statistics, nine out of ten tort trials involved claims of personal injury, particularly in cases involving product liability, automobile (accident), maritime, and medical...