Written by Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP
Last Updated : August 10, 2022
Most of the goods that we buy in stores or online or the materials used to make them will be transported in a commercial truck at some point. With so many trucks on the road, collisions can and do occur, and the results can be devastating. In Alabama in the year 2020, a person was…
Read More About Four Ways to Prevent Truck AccidentsIf you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s carelessness, such as a car accident, you could be owed significant compensation. You should not have to pay for someone else’s mistake. If your accident was over a year ago, you may be wondering if you could still file an injury claim or lawsuit…
Read More About Do I Still Have a Claim If My Accident Was Over a Year Ago?We are pleased to announce that four attorneys with Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP have been awarded various honors, including Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, and Birmingham Top 50. Kirby Farris is celebrating his 10th consecutive year as a Super Lawyers Honoree. Ken Riley has been named a Super Lawyers Honoree and a Birmingham Top 50…
Read More About Four FRP Lawyers Earn Super Lawyers Recognition for 2020 and 2021When you get behind the wheel of your vehicle, you expect to get where you’re going safely. Car accidents are a risk for motorists and passengers everywhere. You can be seriously injured in a car accident, and your injuries could alter the rest of your life. You can face financial strain because of the costs…
Read More About Five Ways to Prevent a Car AccidentYou’ve been seriously injured in a truck accident because of the actions of a negligent truck driver. Because you have the right to pursue compensation for your injuries, you’ve filed a claim with the trucking company’s insurance company. Meanwhile, you’re still dealing with the consequences of your accident-related injuries and the financial and emotional burden…
Read More About Why Is My Truck Accident Settlement Taking So Long?After you’ve been injured in an accident due to someone else’s wrongdoing, you can pursue compensation for your losses. Taking legal action doesn’t only mean filing a personal injury lawsuit, however. You may have the option of pursuing compensation for your injuries through less formal modes, such as mediation. What Is Mediation? Mediation is facilitated…
Read More About How Does Mediation Work in a Personal Injury Case?There are stages to every personal injury lawsuit. If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence or risky actions, you may choose to file a personal injury lawsuit if you are unsuccessful in negotiating a fair settlement with the at-fault party’s insurance company. The discovery phase of a personal injury lawsuit is an essential…
Read More About What Is the Discovery Phase of a Personal Injury Case?If you were injured in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, it is crucial to get a copy of your police report. This helps establish the facts of the accident and helps support your claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company. Most people will be involved in a car accident at some point in…
Read More About What Are My Options If My Accident Report is Wrong?Dogs are a big part of many people’s lives. Unfortunately, sometimes our dogs act out, and their owners can be liable for their actions. Not everyone understands how to read a dog’s cues and may continue to push them until they bite. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 4.5 million…
Read More About Can I Be Compensated for a Dog Bite?If you have a spinal cord injury, contact us immediately. Spinal cord injuries can be traumatic and life-changing. It may be one of the more common areas of the body that’s injured after a car accident. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Association, there may be up to 450,000 people in the U.S. with…
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