Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Auto Accidents in Alabama

What is my auto accident claim worth?
Without completing a full investigation of your case, it is impossible to say what your claim may be worth. The extent of injury sustained, the impact these injuries have on you, amount of property damage, and a number of other factors will all influence the potential value of an Alabama auto accident claim.

What can I do if the other driver doesn't have insurance?
Even in the case of a car accident with an uninsured or underinsured motorist, you may have options for recovering financial compensation. Your own insurance policy may have uninsured motorist coverage, and an attorney can look to other options in seeking financial damages, such as other insurance policies or the responsible driver's personal assets.

How can I prove the other driver/party was at fault?
It may be difficult at times to determine who is at fault in a motor vehicle accident. A lawyer, however, can work with private investigators and accident reconstruction specialists as well as other professionals to determine who was at fault and prove this, also possibly utilizing police reports and information from witnesses at the scene.

What causes auto accidents?
There are virtually countless potential causes of auto accidents. The most common involve drunk driving, speeding, and driver distraction. Talking on the phone, talking to a passenger, eating, applying make-up, adjusting the radio or rubbernecking may all cause an accident to occur. Additional Alabama auto accident causes may include poor weather, faulty road design or maintenance, and defective auto parts.

What are some of the types of motor vehicle accident cases your firm handles?
The Law Offices of Timothy A. Hughes takes on a variety of accidents involving motorized vehicles: bus accidents, auto accidents, boating accidents, ATV accidents, and ambulance accidents. We also handle cases involving pedestrians and bicyclists, as well as fatal auto accidents and accidents caused by drunk drivers.

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