Julie Patron

In Alabama, even a minor mistake in a parking lot accident can cost you everything. The state follows a strict contributory negligence law, if you’re even 1% at fault, you may be legally barred from recovering any damages. Alabama is…

In Alabama, most auto accident attorneys charge 33% of your settlement before trial, and up to 40% if the case goes to court. You typically won’t pay a dime upfront, lawyers work on a contingency basis, meaning they only get…

After a car accident in Alabama: call 911, exchange info, document the scene, seek medical care, and notify your insurer, never admit fault. Alabama follows a harsh contributory negligence rule, so even 1% fault can bar your claim. Get legal…

Your Alabama car accident claim may go to court if the insurance company denies liability, offers an unfair settlement, or claims you were at fault. Alabama’s strict contributory negligence laws often trigger litigation, especially when fault is disputed or damages…

In Alabama, the at-fault driver’s liability insurance is legally responsible for paying your medical bills, but you must pay upfront or use your insurance first. Reimbursement comes after settlement. Other options, like MedPay or health insurance, may help cover initial…

Hiring a personal injury lawyer in Florida should bring peace of mind. But if your attorney won’t return your calls, rushes you to settle, or seems more interested in their fee than your recovery, you might’ve hired the wrong person.…

An X-ray can look perfectly normal after a car crash and you can still be injured. In Florida, many victims are told they’re “fine” based on imaging alone, only to develop pain, nerve issues, or mobility problems days later. The…

If you’ve been injured in a car accident and already had a pre-existing condition, like a bad back, recent surgery, or PTSD, you might assume you’re out of luck. But under Florida’s Eggshell Skull Rule, people who suffer worse outcomes…

If you’re hit while walking to your parked car in Florida, it’s treated as a pedestrian accident. The driver may face civil and criminal penalties. You should call 911, document the scene, and seek medical care within 14 days to…

A car accident can cause chronic migraines, even if your head wasn’t hit. These may last weeks or become permanent if nerve or spinal damage occurred. In Florida, where crash-related injuries are common, prompt evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and legal support…