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Alabama Mother Sues State Contractors After 3-Year-Old Dies in 140-Degree Hot Car

September 5, 2025

A devastating tragedy in Alabama’s foster care system has sparked a wrongful death lawsuit after 3-year-old Ke’Torrius “KJ” Starkes died locked inside a state contractor’s vehicle for five hours, exposing critical gaps in child protection protocols and raising questions about accountability in government-contracted services. Five Hours of Horror in a Deadly Vehicle On July 22,…

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Deshler High School Incident Leaves Teen with Skull Fracture, Sparks Safety Investigation

September 5, 2025

A mysterious incident at Deshler High School in Tuscumbia has left a 15-year-old freshman with severe injuries and his family searching for answers, while authorities investigate what happened on August 19, 2025, that sent August Borden to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. “Covered in Blood” – A Parent’s Worst Nightmare What began as an ordinary…

Yellow and black Sea-Doo jet ski beached on sandy shoreline during golden hour with calm lake waters and wooded hills in background.

Lake Martin Jet Ski Crash Sends 12-Year-Old Airborne, Exposes Alabama Watercraft Safety Gaps

September 5, 2025

A harrowing accident on Alabama’s Lake Martin has thrust watercraft safety regulations into the spotlight after a 12-year-old girl operating a high-powered Sea-Doo was launched airborne and landed on a roadway, raising critical questions about supervision requirements and liability in recreational boating accidents. Sunday Afternoon Terror on Lake Martin What should have been an enjoyable…

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Tragic Double Fatality at Alabama ATV Park Highlights Off-Road Vehicle Safety Concerns

September 5, 2025

A devastating accident at Indian Mountain ATV Park in Piedmont has left two adults dead and seven children hospitalized, sparking serious questions about off-road vehicle safety protocols and personal responsibility in Alabama’s recreational vehicle industry. The Fatal Collision On Saturday at Indian Mountain ATV Park in Cherokee County, what began as a family outing turned…

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What to Do if the Other Driver Is Uninsured in an Alabama Car Accident

August 22, 2025

One in eight US drivers carries no insurance despite state law requirements, leaving accident victims facing a harsh reality: the person who just crashed into you may have no ability to pay for your damages.  When you discover the at-fault driver lacks insurance, your path to recovery shifts dramatically, requiring immediate strategic decisions to protect…

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Timeline of a Car Accident Claim in Alabama: From Crash to Settlement

August 22, 2025

While some Alabama car accident claims settle in 90 days, others stretch beyond two years, with the difference often coming down to understanding which actions accelerate resolution and which mistakes cause costly delays.  The path from crash to compensation follows predictable phases, but knowing what happens when—and why—transforms an overwhelming process into manageable steps toward…

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Medical Bills After a Car Accident in Alabama: Who Pays?

August 22, 2025

The ambulance bill arrives first—$1,200. Then the emergency room invoice for $8,500.  By the time the MRI results come back requiring surgery, you’re staring at $50,000 in medical bills while still unable to work, wondering how Alabama law determines who pays for treatment you never wanted to need. How Alabama’s Fault System Affects Medical Payment…

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How Contributory Negligence Impacts Car Accident Claims in Alabama

August 22, 2025

In 49 states, a driver who’s 10% at fault for an accident can still recover 90% of their damages—but not in Alabama.  Here, that same driver recovers nothing, joining thousands of accident victims each year who discover that Alabama’s contributory negligence doctrine transforms minor mistakes into complete claim denials, regardless of the other driver’s overwhelming…

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Proving Fault in an Alabama Car Accident: Evidence That Strengthens Your Case

August 22, 2025

A single piece of evidence can mean the difference between full compensation and walking away with nothing in Alabama, where being found just 1% responsible for an accident eliminates your entire claim.  While other states allow partial recovery even when you share fault, Alabama’s contributory negligence doctrine makes proving the other driver’s complete responsibility an…

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When to Call a Lawyer After a Car Accident in Alabama

August 22, 2025

The insurance adjuster’s friendly voice on the phone promises a quick settlement, but buried in their offer is language that could cost you tens of thousands in future medical bills.  This scenario plays out daily across Alabama, where accident victims discover too late that handling their own claim meant accepting far less than they deserved—or…

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