When consumers in Alabama and around the country make online purchases, they are almost always required to agree to a list of terms and conditions before their transactions are processed. When they check a box to agree to these terms and conditions, they often give up...
Year: 2021
Are SUVs at great risk for rollover accidents?
Why are there so many SUVs on Alabama roads? The answer varies, and some owners prefer sport utility vehicles for their cargo space and passenger comfort. Others look at the size of the vehicle and assume a larger model comes with greater safety. True, many SUV...
Was 2020 a deadly year for pedestrians?
According to auto accident statistics, 2020 was not a good year for pedestrians. While walking and jogging receive positive news for their health benefits, anyone out and about near traffic takes a risk. Alabama's roads have many pedestrians and moving vehicles, which...
Spinal column injury from auto accidents
Some vehicle accidents only cause minor injury to a driver in Birmingham, Alabama, but other injuries are permanent. Injuries that cause permanent or long-term damage often get called catastrophic. A common type of catastrophic injury from vehicle accidents is a...
The importance of following DOT tire regulations
The destruction that is caused by semitruck accidents in Alabama can vary from severe to catastrophic. Whether drivers follow federal trucking standards affects how many vehicles are involved in crashes with negligent truck drivers. There are U.S. Department of...
What are the signs of a serious Traumatic Brain Injury?
One of the most devastating injuries that a person can suffer from after a car accident is a traumatic brain injury, also known as a TBI. This occurs when, after a serious accident, there is medium or long-term brain damage - damage that may impact a person for the...
Pedestrian accidents on the rise
Many commuters today chose to walk or cycle to work and for their daily errands. Urban areas boast high walking scores to lure new residents. Birmingham and other Alabama cities have become an epicenter of activity. Independent rating agencies score up-and-coming...
Is it safe to use smartwatches on the road?
An increasing number of people in Alabama are swapping out their smartphones for smartwatches. Smartwatches are compact, easy to use and fit on your wrist so you don't have to worry about losing them. However, some people assume that convenience makes it acceptable to...
What role could apps play in an auto accident?
Anyone who contributes to a negligent accident may face a civil suit in Alabama. "Anyone" could potentially include businesses, including social media enterprises. In 2021, a court ruling suggested that Snap Inc., the entity behind the social media platform Snapchat,...
Worst states for motorcycle accidents
Catastrophic auto accidents in Alabama and elsewhere in the United States can have devastating consequences. These include motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians, bicycles and motorcycles. If you ride a motorcycle, you may be interested to learn that some...