Blake Williams to Co-Host Cumberland Alumni Breakfast in Tuscaloosa
Calling all Cumberland Alumni! Don’t miss this chance to start your Friday morning with good conversation, fellowship, and inspiration! Prince Glover Hayes’ Blake Williams invites all Cumberland School of Law alumni to join him for breakfast in Tuscaloosa on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Dean Blake Hudson of Cumberland School of…
Read MoreHow Much Can I Sue for Emotional Distress in Alabama?
In a personal injury case, it’s easy for plaintiffs, family members, and even legal professionals to get so laser-focused on the physical consequences of an accident that they inadvertently fall short of addressing a victim’s emotional distress. While the physical impact of an accident can be life-changing and catastrophic, the emotional impact can be just…
Read MoreUnderstanding Car Accident Claims in Alabama
The Alabama Department of Transportation reports that over 40% of Alabamians will be injured or killed in a crash during their lifetime, and the overall likelihood of a driver being involved in a crash at some point is close to 90%. From fender-benders to catastrophic accidents, traffic collisions in Alabama can come with major consequences…
Read MoreIf a Car Cuts Me Off and I Hit it, am I Liable?
We’ve all been there: you’re cruising down I-65, minding your own business, when someone suddenly cuts you off. Even under the best of circumstances, this kind of traffic interaction can be stressful and frustrating. Under the worst of circumstances, however, suddenly being cut-off in traffic can lead to a catastrophic collision with major physical, psychological…
Read MoreWhat Are Alabama’s Motorcycle Insurance Requirements and Laws?
As of 2023, there were nearly 174,000 motorcycles registered in the state of Alabama. With so many scenic routes to travel and an ideal riding climate to boot, our state offers limitless possibilities to motorcyclists and passengers of all ages and experience levels. But what does state law have to say about motorcycle insurance? Despite…
Read MoreWhat Should I Do at the Scene of a Bicycle Accident?
People of all ages in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, enjoy riding bicycles because it’s a great form of exercise, a chance for families who ride together to bond, and a cheap form of transportation. Sadly, bicycle accidents happen all too often because drivers speed, drive while distracted, and for many other reasons. When a car, truck, or…
Read MoreWhy You Should Always Collect the Other Driver’s Information in a Fender Bender
Fender-bender accidents are often more serious than they seem. Passengers in the vehicle that is struck may suffer whiplash and other soft tissue injuries that can linger for weeks, months, and even years. Victims usually need to take time off from work to treat their injuries. The cost to repair your car can be quite…
Read MoreWhat if the At-Fault Party Doesn’t Have Auto Insurance?
Auto accidents happen every day, and when they do, the most important thing is that everyone involved escapes the accident without getting hurt. But even minor car crashes can cause serious, or catastrophic, injuries that may require expensive medical treatment and ongoing care. If you’re involved in an auto accident and the other driver is…
Read MoreWhat to Do if You’re Involved in a Broadside Collision
One minute you are driving along, minding your own business, and the next a vehicle crashes into the side of your car, sending your vehicle — and you and your passengers — spinning. You have just been “broadsided,” and this type of crash can have serious or even deadly consequences. Being involved in a motor…
Read MoreWhat Damages Can I Collect for a Bicycle Accident?
The benefits of riding a bicycle are well-documented, but it can also be dangerous — particularly when bicycles share the road with motor vehicles. In an accident involving a bicycle and any type of motor vehicle, the person on the bicycle is at a serious disadvantage and may suffer significant injuries. Even if the accident…
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