Car accidents, bike accidents, dog bites, slips and falls, construction accidents, and workplace accidents — these and many other accidents are daily occurrences here in Alabama. Such accidents often upend the lives of those who suffer from them. If you’re involved in a personal injury accident like this, you may lose your mobility, suffer chronic or acute pain, be unable to work, and otherwise suffer injuries that change your life. Even if your injuries are not catastrophic, you may lose some income while you recover, have aches and pains, and suffer from other compensable after-effects. Is t ..read more

The unexpected happens, well, unexpectedly!  Car accidents, construction accidents, truck accidents, swimming pool injuries, and many other types of accidents and injuries occur frequently in people’s lives.  When the unexpected happens, contact a Tuscaloosa personal injury attorney at Cross & Smith, LLC to learn more about the options available to you. The following frequently asked question will give you a bit of background into the legal world of personal injury law.  Personal Injury Law Basics: Our Tuscaloosa Personal Injury Attorney Has the Answers You Need What is pers ..read more

Being injured on the job and pursuing a worker’s compensation claim can be confusing and stressful. While you are accomplished in many ways, the workers’ comp legal process is daunting for those who do not deal with it every day. At Cross & Smith, LLC, a Tuscaloosa workers’ compensation attorney can guide you through every step, ensuring you know what is happening and your best chance at recovering benefits is best supported. In the meantime, the following are some workers’ compensation terms you may be hearing over and over again, so it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with them.&nbs ..read more

Being injured in an accident can cause you to suffer physical, mental, and financial stress. When the negligence, recklessness, or wanton behavior of another entity or person has caused your accident, you do have the ability to pursue compensation for your injuries and other harms you have suffered. At Cross & Smith, LLC, a Tuscaloosa personal injury lawyer can help you recover what you are owed. Following are some of the steps we suggest you take to best support your ability to recover. Immediately After The Accident As soon as the accident occurs, there are certain protocols you should f ..read more

U-turns are among the most complex maneuvers a vehicle can make on the road — especially if that vehicle is a tractor-trailer. For the everyday sedan or SUV, the task may seem straightforward, but when it comes to large vehicles such as 18-wheelers, the complexity multiplies. In Alabama, a state that is known for its vast highways and major transportation routes, U-turn accidents involving tractor-trailers are particularly concerning. Why are U-turns Challenging for Tractor-Trailers? Tractor-trailers, commonly referred to as 18-wheelers, are bulky, long, and require a significant amount of spa ..read more

Many Alabamians seek refuge from the hot summer sun at public and private swimming pools and waterparks. The cool water offers a sweet respite from the heat and offers multiple recreational fun opportunities with friends and family. Unfortunately, for some swimmers, a day at the pool or waterpark ends when they suffer an injury. When this happens, a Tuscaloosa personal injury attorney at Cross & Smith, LLC, can help you navigate your way through the claims process so you can recover the compensation you deserve for your injury.   Slip & Fall Injuries Slip and fall injuries ar ..read more

When you are injured by another in an accident, the aftermath can be devastating. Depending on the severity of your injury, you may be left with the inability to work or care for your family members that depend on you. When this happens, consulting with a Tuscaloosa personal injury attorney from Cross & Smith, LLC, can help you learn about the options available to you.   There are many different types of accidents that can qualify as personal injury claims. Some of the more common are listed below.  Motor Vehicle Accidents Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of perso ..read more

Summertime in Alabama can be a time of fun and relaxation. Many of us look forward to spending time outside and enjoying lots of outdoor activities. Unfortunately, more activity and being out of doors can cause an increase in certain types of personal injuries. When the unexpected happens, we encourage you to contact a Tuscaloosa personal injury attorney at Cross & Smith, LLC to learn more about the options available to you. We are a firm dedicated to helping injured people recover the compensation they are owed.  Swimming & Waterparks There is nothing quite as refreshing as going ..read more

Car accidents can disrupt your way of life. From missed work and unpaid doctor bills to the pain and suffering caused by your injuries, when you have been in a car accident, you need legal help to get your life back on track. At Cross & Smith, LLC, our attorneys are experienced in a myriad of different types of car accidents and can provide the assistance you need. Below are some of the most common types of car accidents in Tuscaloosa. If you have been injured in one of these types of accidents, contact us to schedule a free consultation with a Tuscaloosa car accident attorney. Head-On Col ..read more

When a person nears the end of their life, they should be treated with dignity and respect. Unfortunately, for some elderly residents of nursing homes, their golden years are a time of abuse. When this occurs, the abused person and their family are justifiably outraged, and the assistance of an experienced nursing home abuse attorney can help bring justice to the perpetrators.  Before we take a look at the numbers for the prevalence of nursing home abuse, it is important to understand exactly what defines it.  Nursing Home Abuse Defined Alabama Code §38-9-7 states that “(i)t shall be ..read more