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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY VIVIAL.

Questions to Ask Your Accident Attorney

If you’ve suffered injuries in a car wreck, hiring an accident attorney can make it easier for you to focus on getting better. A personal injury lawyer relieves paperwork burdens, protects your interests throughout the claims process, and can file a lawsuit if necessary. Getting answers to the following questions from your attorney can give you clarity and peace of mind regarding your claim.

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY VIVIAL.

5 Steps to Take After Your First Car Accident

It can be difficult to stay calm in the aftermath of an auto accident, especially if it’s the first time you’ve ever been in one. However, it’s essential to keep a level head and follow certain steps to ensure a favorable outcome for your health, your vehicle, and your wallet. The steps you take are equally important on deciding whether to hire a car accident lawyer. Below, learn what to do in the event you are in an accident. 

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL.

Enjoy a Safe Holiday Season

Holiday safety is an issue that burns brightest from late November to mid-January, when families gather, parties are scheduled and travel spikes. Take some basic precautions to ensure your family remains safe and injury-free throughout the season.

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY VIVIAL.

3 Common Mistakes Made After Car Accidents

Whether you’re rushing to get to work or enjoying a weekend ride, a car accident can occur when you least expect it. When the initial shock has subsided, your next actions will have a lasting impact on your personal injury case. Contact a car accident lawyer, to obtain sound advice regarding what you need to do to protect your rights.

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY AL.COM.
Written by Leada Gore

Police warn of dangers of remote-start vehicles

Colder weather means more people will be relying on the remote start option on their vehicles.  While the features are convenient, they can also be dangerous if used inside a garage, as the Madison Police Department warned recently.  “We want to remind our neighbors of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. Starting your vehicle inside an enclosed garage can lead to a buildup of the odorless fumes which may cause you to feel suddenly tired, dizzy, and or nauseated. Continued exposure can lead to unconsciousness and even death,” Madison Police Department said.

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY VIVIAL.

How to Avoid Winter Car Accidents

Driving in wintry weather is never an easy task, even for experienced drivers. Every year, thousands of people get injured from vehicle crashes and collisions that require the services of a car accident lawyer. Fortunately, there are a few measures you can take to reduce the risks that come with winter driving.

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY THE ALABAMA LAWYER.
Written by J. Fletcher Jones

Covington County Courthouse (1823-1978)

The original inhabitants of the area later to become Covington County were the Lower Creeks of the Muscogee Nation.  In time the area would be under the control and claims of Spain, France, Great Britain, United States of America, the Confederate States of America, and again the United States of America when Alabama was re-admitted to the Union.

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY VIVIAL

Why You Shouldn’t Post on Social Media When Filing a Personal Injury Claim

Although social media is beneficial in many ways, it’s not uncommon for users to overshare the private details of their lives. This can become a serious issue if you’re attempting to recover damages from a personal injury claim.

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY THE AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION

Personal Injury

Every tort claim, regardless of its basis, whether intentional, negligence, or strict liability, has two basic issues—liability and damages. Was the defendant liable for the damages you sustained, and, if so, what is the nature and extent of your damages? If you can prove liability and damages, our system of justice will award you compensation for your loss.

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ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY THE THE ST. AUGUSTINE RECORD

Story behind the song: It is well with my soul

Horatio G. Spafford was a successful lawyer and businessman in Chicago with a lovely family - a wife, Anna, and five children. However, they were not strangers to tears and tragedy. Their young son died with pneumonia in 1871, and in that same year, much of their business was lost in the great Chicago fire. 

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