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Important Tips for Preventing a Boating Accident in Alabama
/0 Comments/in personal injury /by Burge & Burge, PCSummer is here, and Alabama boating season is upon us. Our numerous lakes, rivers, and access to the Gulf of Mexico make the Yellowhammer State a prime vacation spot for those who love to fish, sail, or just spend some time out on the water with family and friends. This year, we can expect even […]
Will Social Security Benefits Be Impacted by COVID-19?
/0 Comments/in social security benefits /by Burge & Burge, PCWhether you currently receive Social Security benefits or you are one of the millions of Americans who stands to draw on benefits later in life, you may have heard rumors and whispers about the future of this program. It isn’t just hearsay; the fact is, COVID-19 could put the future of Social Security in some […]
What Happens When you are Injured by an Aggressive Driver?
/0 Comments/in personal injury /by Burge & Burge, PCAggressive driving is commonplace in Alabama these days. People are constantly in a hurry to get wherever they are going, and many of them will cut corners wherever they can to save a minute or two. If you have been driving for any length of time, there is no doubt that you have come in […]
How the Coronavirus may Affect Personal Injury Cases
/0 Comments/in personal injury /by Burge & Burge, PCThe COVID-19 pandemic that is sweeping the country has understandably occupied much of our attention as a society. Never before has a viral outbreak caused large sectors of our economy to shut down in an effort to slow the spread of the disease. This has many people wondering how the public health emergency that was […]
How Alabamans are Coming Together during COVID-19
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Burge & Burge, PCThe coronavirus pandemic is one of the worst viral outbreaks America has ever had to deal with. Each day, tens of thousands are testing positive for the virus, and thousands have already died from it. To deal with the COVID-19 crisis, most state governments have taken the unprecedented step of shutting down nonessential businesses in […]
Can I Collect Workers’ Comp if I get Hurt while Working from Home?
/0 Comments/in personal injury /by Burge & Burge, PCWith the COVID-19 pandemic forcing countless businesses to shut their doors, many companies are moving their workforce to their homes at least temporarily while this situation is ongoing. This means that thousands of Alabamans are working from home for the first time. With so many employees working remotely, telecommuters often wonder whether or not they […]
Are Railroad Workers Eligible for Workers’ Comp?
/0 Comments/in personal injury /by Burge & Burge, PCThe short answer to this question is “no”. Railroad workers are not covered by workers’ compensation; instead, injured workers in the railroad industry are eligible to file a Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) claim. While FELA claims have many similarities with workers’ comp, there are some very significant differences as well. What is FELA? FELA […]
How Social Media Use Can Impact a Personal Injury Claim
/0 Comments/in personal injury /by Burge & Burge, PCMost Americans use one or more social media platforms to connect with friends and family, and to stay updated on everything that is happening. Facebook, Instagram, and others have revolutionized the way we communicate with each other, and for many people, social media is an integral part of their lives. While being active on social […]
How Common are Distracted Driving Accidents?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Burge & Burge, PCThe short answer is – these types of accidents are extremely common. In fact, Business Insider reports that distracted driving is by far the leading cause of car accidents in the US. And although estimates vary, experts agree that the vast majority of motor vehicle accidents involve some type of driver distraction. Distracted Driving by […]
How to Avoid Pedestrian Accidents
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Burge & Burge, PCPedestrian accident fatalities have been on the rise in recent years, and this should be a cause for concern for everyone – especially those who have children. In 2018 (the most recent year we have full records for), there were 6,283 pedestrian deaths. This marked a 3% increase over the previous year, and it was […]