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Last Updated : December 20, 2024
By: Jessica Zorn A deposition is a question-and-answer session when you give testimony under oath before your trial. It is your opportunity to answer questions asked by an attorney and, to some extent, tell your side of the story. Everything said in a deposition is recorded by a court reporter – so anything you say…
Read More About What is a deposition?If you’ve been seriously injured due to an accident caused by someone else, you may be able to seek compensation for your medical bills and other accident-related expenses. The Birmingham personal injury attorneys with Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP help people with their legal matters after tragic accidents. We have been successfully handling claims and…
Read More About 10 Reasons Why Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer is ImportantIf I’ve been hit in a rear-end collision, is the driver behind me automatically at fault? When rear-end collisions happen, the trailing driver will likely be considered at least partially responsible for the accident. This is because all drivers have a responsibility to follow other vehicles at a safe distance. If the car in front…
Read More About What You Should Know About Rear-End CollisionsBy: Jessica Zorn There are two common ways you could end up with a different lawyer handling your case after you hire someone: (1) you may fire your attorney and hire someone new or (2) your attorney may refer your case to a different lawyer or firm. Here is everything you need to know about…
Read More About The Truth About Switching AttorneysOn Friday, July 20, Bayer AG, a German pharmaceutical and chemical company, announced it will cease selling its Essure medical device. Unsurprisingly, Bayer’s announcement was termed a “business decision” due to declining sales rather than the safety and efficacy of the device. In fact, Bayer cited “inaccurate and misleading publicity” as the primary reason for…
Read More About Bayer’s Essure Contraceptive: What You Need to KnowIf you or a loved one has been harmed by contaminated food products, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Contact our experienced lawyers today to explore your legal options.
Read More About The Biggest Food Recalls in HistoryThere comes a time when most of us need some form of regular medical assistance, whether from friends and family or a senior living facility. For those who need help with activities of daily living (ADLs), a nursing home is often the only option. Unfortunately, nursing homes also have a reputation for abuse and neglect.…
Read More About How Nursing Home Understaffing Can Lead to Senior Abuse and NeglectAlcohol impairment is one of the leading causes of traffic-related deaths. In 2016, nearly 10,500 people were killed in crashes involving an impaired driver.1 Unfortunately, the DUI arrest rate is much lower – just over a million drivers were arrested in 2016 for driving under the influence, a minuscule number compared to the 111 million…
Read More About Drunk Driving and Wrongful Death LawsuitsIt’s not uncommon for a recalled product to cause serious injury and, in extreme circumstances, death. If you or a loved one has been harmed by a faulty product, the experienced Birmingham defective product lawyers at Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP can help. Contact us today for a free consultation about your case.
Read More About How to Handle a Product RecallIf you’ve watched cable TV in the past several years, chances are, you’ve seen a warning about transvaginal mesh pop up on your screen. This may have left you wondering, what exactly is transvaginal mesh, and why is it causing problems? What Is Transvaginal Mesh? Transvaginal mesh is exactly what it sounds like – a…
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