Mitchell | March 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

What You Need to Know About Alabama’s Wrongful Death Statute The unexpected loss of a loved one is unimaginable. It can be even more unbearable if the loss is caused by another person’s recklessness or wrongdoing. Alabama allows certain individuals to file a cause of action against a party or entity that was responsible for… 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 | February 6, 2023 | Personal Injury

Your Rights If You Were Injured in a Rental Boat Accident Taking a boat out on the water is supposed to be a fun and relaxing adventure. Sometimes, however, a trip to the coast can take an unexpected turn. Boating can be extremely dangerous if proper safety measures are not followed. If you are injured… 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 | January 4, 2023 | Personal Injury, Slip and Fall

You fell in a parking lot outside the neighborhood grocery store and injured yourself. Your friends and family keep telling you that the store should have to pay for your medical bills and injuries. Heeding their advice, you contact several lawyers to take your case, but nobody wants to handle it for you. You can’t… read more

Mitchell | November 30, 2022 | Personal Injury

Calculating Damages If You Suffered Loss of Consortium After an accident with serious injury, the primary focus is on the injured party. However, the impact generally goes far beyond a single person. Those closest to the injury victim are often deeply affected.  The person’s injury may alter their relationships including the one with their spouse…. read more

Mitchell | November 4, 2022 | Personal Injury

Factors that Make Offshore Work a Deadly Occupation Offshore work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the country. Oil rigs and other extraction platforms are the sites of countless accidents, injuries, and deaths each year. The work is grueling, often requiring long, relentless shifts, exposure to toxic chemicals, and dangerous hazards that can… read more

Mitchell | October 12, 2022 | Personal Injury

Filing a Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit Individuals who were exposed to the toxic water at the Camp Lejeune military base in North Carolina may have the right to compensation. Recently passed legislation known as the Camp Lejeune Justice Act enables people who were stationed at the base between August 1, 1953, and December 31,… read more

Mitchell | September 26, 2022 | Alabama Law, Personal Injury

Understanding Your Rights If You Are Injured in a Dog Attack Getting attacked by a dog can be a scary and traumatizing experience. If you are bitten by a dog, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries. It is important to consult with an experienced attorney as Alabama has several statutes regarding dog… read more

Mitchell | August 30, 2022 | Personal Injury

Let’s say you’ve been injured in an accident, and you decide to talk with a personal injury lawyer to find out if you have a case. How does the lawyer decide whether to take your case or not? Most people have no idea what factors are used in evaluating injury cases. Hopefully this information will… read more