Category: Auto Accidents

If you learn that your car accident claim exceeds the at-fault party’s insurance limits, you have options. Your uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage, health insurance, or a lawsuit against the other driver can all help you recover...

A deposition in a car accident case is a question-and-answer session where the defendant, plaintiff, eyewitnesses, and experts provide testimony about the collision while under oath. If you pursue a compensation claim after getting hurt in a car crash in Alabama,...

Because each car accident is unique, there is no way to accurately determine the value of a claim without understanding the specifics involved. Some claims may be worth thousands, while others can range into the millions. At Gartlan Injury Law,...

If you operate a motor vehicle in Alabama, you need to know state traffic regulations – including the texting and driving law. It’s against the law in Alabama for drivers to text with a wireless communication device, like a smartphone...

Two options are available for filing a claim with Safeway Insurance. If you have an online account, log in to the website and report the accident. You can create an account if you don’t already have one. You can also...

There are two easy ways to get a copy of your Alabama crash report from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). You can order a copy online from the ALEA website. Or you can stop by any ALEA Driver’s License...

U.S. Route 431 is the most dangerous road in Alabama. It is a major north-south state highway that runs along the eastern part of the state. For decades, it has been called the “highway to hell.”   ContentsWhat Makes US...

Alabama’s Dram Shop Act makes business owners who knowingly serve alcohol to a visibly intoxicated person legally responsible for injuries they cause due to their intoxication. Liable parties can include owners of bars, restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, liquor stores,...

Alabama’s guest passenger law prohibits social passengers from suing the person who drove them after an accident. You might be unable to recover compensation for your medical bills and other expenses if your friend was responsible for the crash. However,...

The submarine effect occurs when a driver or passenger slides out from under their seatbelt during a car accident. The force of the impact or sudden change in momentum can make it difficult or impossible to remain immobile in the...