Category: Car Accidents
Speeding drivers aren’t the only ones who can cause accidents. Motorists who drive too slowly can also cause significant collisions on Alabama roads. Driving below the speed limit can impede traffic and create dangerous conditions that may result in crashes and injuries. At Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., we want to educate drivers about the […]
Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of bone fractures. Certain types of broken bones are more likely to result from car accidents. Continue reading to learn more about the causes of broken bones in an accident, the most common bones broken in car wrecks, and how broken bones are diagnosed and treated. What Causes […]
Some of the most severe car accident injuries are caused by the so-called “submarine effect.” Seat belt submarining injuries occur when the force of a collision causes a driver or passenger to slide out from under the lap belt. When this happens, the unrestrained occupant could be thrown about the vehicle’s cabin or could be […]
Drunk Driving at 138 mph Results in Deadly Accident in Mobile, Alabama August 20, 2020 | Mobile, Alabama The father of a 24-year-old medical student who was killed in a Mobile wreck is suing the driver for her wrongful death. Harold Thomas, the father of Samantha Thomas, filed a lawsuit on August 26, 2020 in […]
We call a car crash an “accident” out of habit, but safety advocates insist that needs to change. They believe that the word “accident” skews the perception of a crash. It implies that the incident was caused by a twist of fate, and that no one was to blame. It also minimizes the severity of […]
In response to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, Congress passed the REAL ID Act of 2005. Title II of the act was intended to improve security when issuing driver’s licenses and personal identification cards. Under the act, all states and territories in the U.S. must comply with the new law. Initially, the deadline […]
This holiday season and For the sixth year, Morris, King & Hodge P.C., is sponsoring the Driver Safety Taxi & Tow Service. Starting on New Year’s Eve from 8 p.m. until early in the morning of New Year’s Day, drivers who may have had one too many, can use this taxi tow service where they […]
As drivers, we know that driving at night comes with higher risks than those we face during the day. In fact, according to the National Safety Council, traffic fatality rates are three times higher at night than during the day. Reduced visibility, impaired drivers, and fatigue are just a few of the risks that make […]
Shopping for a new car can be an overwhelming process, so many buyers only focus on a few factors, like style, efficiency, performance, and cost. However, one of the most important things buyers should consider when searching for a car is safety. While all vehicles must go through vigorous safety inspections before being sold on […]
Bicyclists do not usually consider taking out insurance policies on their bikes, but bicycle accidents can be devastating events. People who are involved in serious crashes can often suffer severe injuries that require hospitalization, extensive medical treatment, and rehabilitation. In these cases, the victim might be unable to return to work for weeks, months, or […]