Loss of affection claims in Alabama

The legal term “loss of consortium” refers to the loss of spousal benefits that have happened as a result of your spouse’s injuries. Loss of consortium may also be referred to as “loss of affection,” or “loss of companionship.” These claims relate to how an uninjured spouse’s life was negatively affected by his or her spouse’s serious and debilitating injuries. When a spouse files a loss of consortium claim, the claims are usually included in the injured spouse’s personal injuryContinue reading

4 reasons why a seatbelt could save your life

When it comes to car accidents and car accident prevention, following the law and being an attentive — as well as a defensive — driver are not always enough. Some Alabama drivers will get into an accident no matter how excellent they are at driving. It’s in these car accident circumstances that you definitely want to be wearing seatbelt to try and avoid or minimize your injuries. Here are several reasons why a seatbelt could save your life: — WhenContinue reading

Toxic exposure at work can be bad for your wallet and your health

Some Alabama workers have jobs that require then to be in close proximity or close contact with dangerous substances and toxic chemicals. Whether it is in a one-time accident or it occurred slowly over time, exposure to dangerous substances can have a detrimental impact on your health and your wallet. If you became ill or suffered physical injuries because you came into contact with something at work, you may have grounds to seek benefits through your employer’s workers’ compensation benefits.Continue reading

Workers’ compensation death benefits in Alabama

Most Alabama workers know that if they suffer a serious on-the-job injury, they can seek workers’ compensation benefits to pay for their medical care. This applies to all manner of job-related injuries caused by accidents, repetitive use, chemical exposure and more. It also applies to work-caused diseases. What many workers don’t realize, however, is that if they suffer a job-related death, their family members may also be entitled to death benefits. Workers’ compensation death benefits are meant to assist familiesContinue reading

25 percent of drivers used a cellphone before crashing

A technology company reports that nearly 25 percent of drivers were using their cellphones just before getting into an accident. The study was published by a technology firm that built an app to curb cellphone use while driving. The technology company, Cambridge Mobile Telematics, also reported that 52 percent of vehicle trips that resulted in crashes involved distracted driving. The chief technology officer for CMT said that that being distracted by smartphones has proved to be a serious problem forContinue reading