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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  February 28, 2023

How Serious Are Spinal Cord Injuries?

One of the most catastrophic and life-altering injuries a person can suffer is a spinal cord injury. The spinal cord sends messages from the brain to the nervous system throughout the body, controlling many bodily functions. Injuries to the spinal cord can result from direct damage to the tightly bundled nerves which run from...
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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  February 17, 2023

How Can A Brain Injury Affect You Later In Life?

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death for young people from infancy to age 44 in the United States and also causes a significant number of disabilities. The elderly are also a population particularly vulnerable to brain injuries. While many aspects of the recovery process after a TBI depend on the...
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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  December 30, 2022

What Qualifies as Negligence in a Premises Liability Case?

A premises liability case is a civil lawsuit that can be filed after an accident takes place on someone else's property. It is a claim seeking financial compensation from a negligent property owner for a dangerous property defect or hazard. Understanding negligence in a premises liability case can help you determine whether you have...
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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  December 18, 2022

How You Can Prevent Slip and Fall Injuries This Winter

Slip, trip and fall accidents send over one million people to emergency rooms in the United States each year. Winter weather in Alabama increases the odds of slip and fall accidents, with snow, ice and moisture that can compromise walking surfaces. Reduce your risk of getting injured in a slip and fall accident this...
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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  November 30, 2022

The Long-Term Costs of Amputation Injuries

Amputations are some of the most physically and emotionally devastating injuries that can be suffered in preventable accidents in Alabama. Many different accidents can cause dismemberment or the loss of a limb, including motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents and agricultural disasters. If a victim plans on seeking compensation for an amputation injury, our experienced...
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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  October 11, 2022

What is a Catastrophic Injury? Definition and Common Causes

The injuries involved in some accidents in Alabama are categorized as catastrophic. This means that they will have a substantial effect on the circumstances of the victim’s life. Although you may qualify for financial compensation if you are diagnosed with any type of injury, it is even more important to seek compensation if you...
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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  June 11, 2022

Can Social Media Impact My Personal Injury Case?

In an age where it’s normal to share your life with strangers on the internet, it may seem harmless to post about your personal injury case or recent accident on social media. This is a major mistake, however, that can come back to hurt you later. If you are involved in a personal injury...
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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  March 8, 2022

What Is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?

The injuries involved in some accidents in Alabama are categorized as catastrophic. This means that they will have a substantial effect on the circumstances of the victim’s life. Although you may qualify for financial compensation if you are diagnosed with any type of injury, it is even more important to seek compensation if you...
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Posted by 1p21.admin  |  March 1, 2022

Lost Wage Claims in a Personal Injury Case

One of the many adverse outcomes of a personal injury accident is missing time from work while you are on the mend. If you have to take weeks or months off of work because of a debilitating injury, you and your family must deal with significant lost wages and earnings. If you qualify for...
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Posted by Editor  |  August 6, 2018

What Do Wet Floor Signs Actually Do?

When property owners fail to protect visitors from slip and fall hazards, they may be responsible for the visitors’ injuries. Businesses throughout Alabama do what they can to prevent such hazards, including using wet floor signs to warn of spills, but these signs aren’t a fail-safe against litigation. Ensuring their property is well staffed,...
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