Year: 2024

Motorists have a responsibility to exercise caution when sharing the road with pedestrians. As vulnerable road users who lack the protection of vehicle occupants, pedestrians are at an elevated risk of suffering catastrophic or fatal injuries when a negligent driver causes an accident. At Stokes Stemle, LLC, we dedicate our…

Building a solid personal injury case takes evidence. Medical records, police reports, photographs, and video evidence can all help paint a compelling picture of what caused the accident and who is responsible. However, expert witnesses also play a significant role in Alabama personal injury cases. Understanding what an expert witness…

After getting injured in a car accident, establishing that the other driver was at fault for the crash is a key part of recovering compensation for your injuries. Various types of evidence can help with this, including traffic camera footage, photographs of the accident scene, and expert testimony. However, another…

What are your rights when you’re hit by a car while walking in a parking lot? Who is legally responsible, and how can you seek maximum compensation for your injuries and losses? The answers depend on the specifics of your case, and a car accident attorney can help you understand…

Rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident. Alabama statistics show there were over 48,600 rear-end accidents in the state over a recent year, resulting in nearly 60 deaths and over 2,800 known injuries. When these crashes happen, accident victims may be eligible for compensation to cover their…

Car accidents on private property, such as parking lots, apartment complexes, or gated communities, don’t always follow the same rules as crashes on public streets. In Alabama, these accidents can lead to confusion about fault. It can be tough to know who’s responsible for your injuries and other losses. You…

With heavy traffic and higher speeds increasingly becoming a fact of life for Alabama drivers, individuals’ likelihood of being hurt in a car accident increases every year. But what are the most common car accident injuries? Understanding what injuries you might experience in a collision can make it easier to…

A key component of Alabama car accident cases is proving that someone else caused your injuries through their careless or negligent actions. This means showing the other driver or another party failed to take reasonable steps to prevent the car crash and your injuries. But what if there’s no direct…

Weather plays a significant role in road safety, contributing to a large portion of traffic accidents. According to the Alabama Department of Transportation, over 25 percent of all collisions occur in cloudy, rainy, foggy, or snowy conditions.  Drivers often overlook the environmental factors of a car accident, which can make…

When a person dies due to someone else’s negligent or reckless action or inaction, an Alabama wrongful death claim may allow the person’s surviving family members to hold the responsible party financially accountable. But how does Alabama law govern wrongful death claims?  Understanding Wrongful Death in Alabama Under Alabama’s wrongful…