Becoming a victim of a slip-and-fall accident is the last thing you expect when you go out to eat at a restaurant in Alabama. The physical, emotional, and financial consequences can be significant. So, if you fall at a restaurant, how do you sue for damages? How Does Premises Liability…
In recent years, the automotive industry has seen significant advancements in driver assistance technology, a development aimed at reducing human error and enhancing road safety. This technology encompasses a variety of systems designed to assist drivers in various driving scenarios, ultimately aiming to prevent accidents. Today’s vehicles come with a…
Of course, no amount of money can make up for the loss of someone we love. That said, legal compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit in Alabama can provide surviving family members with a measure of justice and ease the financial instability brought on by a sudden and unexpected loss….
According to news reports, a Warrior, AL woman was killed in a car crash on February 15 in northern Jefferson County. Police say Kimberly Mahaffey, 50, was driving on I-65 southbound near Mount Olive Road when her Toyota Rav 4 collided with a tractor-trailer driven by a Tennessee man. Authorities transported…
A concussion is a brain injury that occurs when a violent blow or jolt hits the head and causes the brain to strike against the inside of the skull. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), concussions can damage brain cells and lead to dangerous chemical changes…
In Alabama, punitive damages are governed by law. Alabama Code Section 6-11-20 provides that punitive damages may be awarded in wrongful death cases and tort actions when there is clear evidence that the defendant intentionally acted with “oppression, fraud, wantonness, or malice.” What Are Punitive Damages? Many people mistake punitive damages and…
Even though they are ancient rivals in athletics, the University of Alabama and Auburn University are united when it comes to tackling the problem of car accidents in Alabama. And both schools certainly had something to cheer about last month when Governor Kay Ivey announced that they would receive a…
Local media reports that a woman is facing a murder charge after striking a pedestrian with her car on the southeast side of Montgomery, AL, on November 30, 2022. How Did This Fatal Car Accident Happen? Police say Keandia Rene O’Neal fatally hit a 57-year-old male pedestrian with her 2010 Ford…
If you were injured in a car accident that was someone else’s fault, you might be entitled to seek compensation from the person responsible. However, you might feel overwhelmed in the days and weeks after a crash and unsure whether your injuries are serious enough to warrant filing a claim….
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…
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