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Blog topics cover Injury Laws such as Animals & Dog Bites, Automobile Wrecks, Medical Liability, News, Personal Injury, and more. Siniard, Timberlake, & League are North Alabama personal injury lawyers handling car accidents, construction injuries, defective products, truck accidents, wrongful death cases, and more.
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
1w ago
Medical products like defibrillators, respiratory equipment, and medicines play important roles in patient care. When these products are defective, they can cause serious harm. Fortunately, medical product liability laws offer protection to patients. This protection allows patients to seek compensation for any harm.
What is Medical Products Liability?
Medical products liability holds manufacturers, distributors, and retailers accountable for injuries caused by defective medical devices, prescription and over-the-counter drugs, and products with inadequate warnings.
Here are the three most comm ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
1M ago
Today’s highly connected world has made social media a large part of our daily lives. While there are both positives and negatives to this connectivity, one potential negative is that social media can sometimes impact legal matters like car accident claims. It is wise to have a thorough understanding of how social media can influence insurance adjusters.
Social Media’s Influence on Claims
Insurance adjusters work diligently to protect their companies’ interests. They will scour social media for evidence that may influence your case. Here are some things they look for:
Posts – Anything you sh ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
2M ago
Timberlake and League, a distinguished personal injury law firm in Huntsville, Alabama, is excited to announce the formation of Timberlake, League, and Brooks. This decision aligns with the firm’s continued growth and commitment to providing clients with exceptional legal service.
For the last 25 years, Michael Timberlake and Will League have handled personal injury claims in North Alabama and have been committed to providing unmatched expertise in personal injury law. The addition of Heath Brooks as a shareholder reflects an expansion of this dedication, bringing new dimensions of legal exp ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
2M ago
The construction industry is full of hazardous conditions that may lead to a multitude of injuries for workers. Falls, dangerous substances and heavy equipment contribute to devastating physical and financial setbacks for employees and employers. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2019, the construction industry had 79,660 nonfatal injuries.
To help provide a clearer picture of the importance of preventative safety standards, we will share the most common construction injuries. We’ll also provide an overview of their consequences, the significance of saf ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
2M ago
Car accidents can have consequences many years after they happen. For that reason, it’s helpful to understand laws about compensation and why they are important.
According to Alabama Department of Transportation (ADOT) data, a traffic crash happens in the state approximately every three minutes and 55 seconds.
This crash course will explain the basics of car accident compensation, the factors influencing it, and strategies for maximizing compensation.
Understanding Car Accident Compensation
Car accident compensation is designed to be a financial fix for damages and losses to the victims. Types ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
3M ago
Driving is an intricate dance where vehicles move at the same time in the same direction to reach their destinations. However, one disruption to this dance is lane splitting. Lane splitting is when motorcyclists weave in and out of moving traffic going in the same direction.
In 2021, 1,818 crashes involving motorcycles happened in Alabama. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | NHTSA, this resulted in 77 motorcyclist fatalities. These statistics highlight the need for more awareness and understanding among all drivers. Likewise, this guide aims to help you navigate a ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
4M ago
Distracted driving claimed 3,522 lives in the United States in 2021, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | NHTSA. In Alabama, there were 49 certified fatalities associated with distracted driving during that same year. These facts may only be numbers to you, but to many families, they represent the pain of a lost loved one.
That’s why it is important to be aware and alert when driving. Keep reading to learn about how to help prevent distracted driving incidents.
Types of Distractions and Their Impacts
There are many forms of distracted driving. The most common incl ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
4M ago
Workers’ compensation is a safety net of sorts that provides medical care for individuals facing workplace injuries or illnesses. The employer takes on the responsibility of covering medical treatment through a workers’ compensation insurance policy.
Medical care is a huge component of workers’ compensation benefits. Its purpose is to encourage a swift recovery and return to work for injured workers.
Medical Care Covered by Workers’ Compensation Coverage
Traditional health insurance covers a broader range of medical issues, whether they happen at work or elsewhere. Workers’ compensation is di ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
5M ago
Product liability laws hold many types of companies accountable for damages caused by defective products. Understanding this legal concept is important. Essentially, product liability laws make sure there is some accountability for harmful products that are put out to the public.
What is product liability?
Product liability laws ensure manufacturers and sellers are responsible for the safety and quality of their products.
These companies have a legal obligation to guarantee their products meet safety standards. They also have to guarantee that the products do not pose unnecessary risks to you ..read more
Siniard, Timberlake, & League Blog
5M ago
Traveling by bus is one of the safest modes of travel; however, accidents occur. When they do, bus accidents are scary. Even at slow speeds, the impact and injuries can be downright devastating.
For perspective, 4,998 large trucks and buses were involved in fatal crashes in 2020, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
As with any accident, it’s important to know your rights. In the unfortunate event you are involved in a bus accident, we’ve outlined some tips for handling the incident.
Different Types of Bus Accidents
Buses all share the same hulking, bloc ..read more