Mitch | October 17, 2024 | Alabama Law, Boating and Maritime, Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation

If you’ve suffered a maritime injury, understanding your rights and potential compensation is crucial. Whether you’re a seaman, longshoreman, shipyard worker, or offshore worker – navigating the complex world of maritime law can be challenging. This comprehensive guide will help you understand your maritime injury rights and compensation options, ensuring that you can protect your… read more

Mitchell | April 24, 2023 | Workers' Compensation

What You Should Know If Your Initial Claim is Denied Worker’s compensation claims allow victims injured on their jobs to recover compensation. Most people injured on the job in Alabama are covered by the Alabama Worker’s Compensation Act, which makes it mandatory for businesses to carry worker’s compensation insurance if they have five or more… read more

Mitchell | March 6, 2023 | Alabama Law, Workers' Compensation

On-the-job injuries in Alabama are an all too common occurrence. In 2021, there were almost 33,000 workers injured in the state which means around 90 injuries per day. Every 3 days someone is killed in Alabama while working on-the-job. Whether you’ve been injured or not (hopefully not), there are certain things that you need to… read more

Mitchell | January 31, 2023 | Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation

Understanding Your Rights If You Are an Injured Seamen The Jones Act is a federal law that entitles seamen to compensation if they are injured within the course of their employment. Determining if you are eligible to file a Jones Act claim can be challenging without the help of an attorney. It is strongly recommended… read more

Mitchell | August 12, 2020 | Workers' Compensation

Workplace injuries are common. When they happen, it can be devastating for the injured employee if they are forced to take time off of work to heal. Before Alabama instituted workers’ compensation laws, employees had to sue employees for their injuries. The Alabama laws governing the amount of weekly coverage available to those who are… read more