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Category: Automobile Accidents

7/15/2016

Out of State Car Accidents – What Law Applies

Alabama Car AccidentWhen traveling out of state, even the safest driver faces the possibility of an unexpected car accident. Driving on unfamiliar roads in an unfamiliar city heightens the risk for an accident. Of course, with any accident, contact 911 immediately, take pictures of the accident scene and any damage to the vehicles, write down the names and numbers of any other involved parties or witnesses, and contact your insurance company. Visit our page on the steps to take after a car accident here. In most cases, your insurance policy should cover out of state car accidents. Each state has different laws on car accident claims which could significantly impact you’re claim and damages. Because the statute of limitations places a ticking clock on your ability to file a claim, and because statute of limitations varies from state to state, it is important to contact an experience personal injury attorney as soon as possible after the wreck.

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1/7/2013

Teens More Likely to Engage in Risky Driving Behaviors If Their Parents Do

Teenagers more likely to text and driveAs we’ve discussed previously, 99% of Americans consider themselves to be safe drivers, despite the fact that over 75% admitted to performing dangerous activities behind the wheel. The people surveyed admitted to eating, drinking beverages, speeding, driving while tired, and using a cell phone while behind the wheel. The study demonstrates a clear disconnect between drivers’ perception of their driving abilities and their actual driving abilities. This disconnect makes it difficult for a driver to honestly examine their driving behavior and make corrections, which is perhaps why more than 3,000 people were killed and over 416,000 were injured in crashes involving distracted driving in 2010—despite the ample evidence available to the public showing the dangers of distracted driving.

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9/3/2010

Alabama Graduated Driver License Law

As of July 2010, Alabama now has new driver's license laws that apply to drivers' ages 15 and 16. This law dramatically changes the rules for new drivers and should be reviewed by all new drivers and their parents/guardians. Here is a summary of the new law: Stage I - Learner's Permit • Must be age 15 or older. • Must pass a written examination. • Can only drive when accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or licensed driver who is age 21 or older and occupying the seat beside the driver. Stage II - Restricted License • Must be age 16 or older. 

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4/17/2009

Alabama Car Wreck Claims Unrestrained Child’s Life

Car seat not used in Alabama accidentA single car accident has claimed the life of a 5 year old Alabama child. According to a report, the motor vehicle accidenthappened on Chilton County Alabama Road 146 when the driver lost control of her vehicle and struck an embankment. The child, who was not restrained, was ejected from the driver side passenger window. Tragically, the report notes that a child restraint was in the car but not used. According to a CDC report, restraint use among young children depends the driver's seat belt use. "Almost 40% of children riding with unbelted drivers were themselves unrestrained." Further, research indicates that 72% of children are improperly restrained in their car and booster seats in ways that can be expected to increase a child's risk of injury during a car wreck. When properly restrained, child safety seats can reduce the risk of death in automobiles by 71% for infants, and 54% for toddlers' ages 1 to 4 years.

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