Drake Law Firm
Articles
Work Injuries and Negligent Third-Parties
Submitted By: Mr. Whit Drake On: Nov 3rd 2010
Category: Work Related Injuries
Historically, a worker's compensation claim has been the only remedy for an employee injured in a work or construction accident. The compensation payable under Alabama's Worker's Compensation...
Tort Damages Recoverable in Personal Injury Cases
Submitted By: Mr. Whit Drake On: Oct 27th 2010
Category: Personal Injury Claims, Unique Contributed
Tort damages are those damages that proximately flow from the commission of a civil wrong by one or more tortfeasors. Typically, we are referring to damages to the person, not property damages or injunctive...
Checklist for Semi-Truck or 18 Wheeler Accidents
Submitted By: Mr. Whit Drake On: Oct 27th 2010
Category: Accident Claims
You have just been in an accident with an 18-wheeler. Your car is totaled and you are recovering from your injuries. What next? Below is a checklist of do’s and don’ts that may help you...
Medical Malpractice in Alabama: Practical Considerations from a Plaintiffs Perspective
Submitted By: Mr. Whit Drake On: Oct 26th 2010
Category: Medical Malpractice Law by State, Alabama
Medical malpractice cases are extremely difficult, time-consuming and expensive. While we frequently hear about substantial verdicts against manufacturers, lending companies and trucking companies, it is rare to hear...
Truck Accident Claims: Negligent Hiring and Supervision
Submitted By: Mr. Whit Drake On: Oct 1st 2010
Category: Accident Claims
Everyone has experienced the "white-knuckled" fear associated with being close to a weaving tractor-trailer on an interstate. The Department of Transportation has very specific guidelines...
How Do I Make a Personal Injury Demand to a Car Insurance Company?
Submitted By: Mr. Whit Drake On: Sep 29th 2010
Category: Personal Injury Claims
The first step in notifying the at-fault driver's insurance company would be to simply call and set up a claim with them. They will assign a claim number and schedule a time to take a recorded statement. They will also...
Wrongful Death Damages in Alabama
Submitted By: Mr. Whit Drake On: Sep 28th 2010
Category: Wrongful Death and Fatalities, Alabama
Alabama’s wrongful death law is unique, to say the least. Alabama allows family members to bring a death action against a negligent party. Unlike the other 49 states that allow some form...
How Are Damages Determined in a Car Accident Case?
Submitted By: Mr. Whit Drake On: Sep 27th 2010
Category: Car Accidents
Car accident claims include a variety of different damages that are legally allowed by most jurisdictions. Among the most common damages claimed are medical bills, lost wages, property damage and mental...