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  • Hoover Personal Injury

    Injury by car accident

Personal Injury Law in Hoover, AL

Getting injured in Hoover, AL is always a grave concern, however, one good thing is that we have more physicians per capita than the national average, which means you likely won’t be waiting in the waiting room as long as you would in other parts of Alabama.

On the other hand, the cost of healthcare in Hoover is higher than the national average, which means it is even more important than ever that you contact a personal injury attorney in Hoover as soon as you can, so that you can start the process of collecting damages for your injury.

If an individual suffers a personal injury in Hoover, AL and it was the fault of another party, they have the right to file a legal claim for damages. But in a situation like this, the odds are stacked against them. You will most likely be dealing with an insurance company to recover compensation for your losses, and they will do whatever they can to avoid responsibility for their client’s actions. On top of this, Alabama laws are highly favorable to defendants in personal injury cases.

If you or someone close to got injured and someone else was at fault, the experienced attorneys at Burge & Burge are here to help. We have successfully represented countless clients in Hoover, Birmingham, and throughout Alabama. Our firm is focused exclusively on personal injury and related areas of the law, and we handle cases like these day in and day out.

Hoover, Alabama Traffic Accidents

If you suffer a personal injury in Hoover, get medical attention immediately, then speak to one of our attorneys. These are some of the local hospitals and medical centers where you can get checked out by a health professional:

  • Hoover Primary Care Clinic
  • Ross Bridge Medical Center
  • Princeton Baptist Medical Center
  • AFC Urgent Care
  • Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham

Hoover, Alabama Workplace Injuries

There are a lot of companies that are located in the Hoover, AL area employing thousands of workers. For example, the Hoover region is host to several vehicle assembly plants and a robust automotive supplier network. The area also has numerous major construction projects going on, and it is home to several railroads, including BNSF Railway, CSX Transportation, and Norfolk Southern Railway.

Many of the jobs in the Hoover, AL. area are dangerous, and when employers fail to follow best safety practices, it increases the chances of workplace injuries. Many such injuries fall under the purview of workers’ compensation, but there are a lot of cases in which an outside party (other than the employer) could be responsible for the injuries a worker suffers. This is especially common in industries such as construction.

Our attorneys regularly handle workers’ comp claims, but we also perform an extensive investigation of the circumstances that cause a workplace injury, and we look at other potential parties that could be responsible as well. When a third party is at fault for a work-related injury, the injured worker may be able to file a personal injury claim against that party. This opens the door to recover damages not only for direct monetary losses such as lost earnings but also for non-economic losses such as pain and suffering.

On-the-job injuries to railroad workers fall under a totally different set of rules. Railroad injuries are governed by the Federal Employer Liability Act (FELA). Under FELA, covered employers are required to provide a reasonably safe workplace. And when they do not, a railroad worker can file a claim directly against their employer for full damages (both economic and non-economic).

Contact Our Skilled and Knowledgeable Hoover, AL Personal Injury Attorneys

If you or someone you love got injured because of another party’s negligence or reckless actions, you can count on Burge & Burge to fight for the full and fair compensation you deserve. To set up a free consultation and case assessment with one of our attorneys, message us online or call our office today at 205-251-9000.

    Federal Employers’ Liability Act Attorneys in Birmingham

    Protecting Workers Throughout the United States

    The Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA), passed in Congress in 1908, provides benefits for injured railroad employees and their families. It is the exclusive remedy for railroad employees seeking compensation from railroad employers for on-the-job injuries. Most railroad employees are protected under FELA, even those who do not work on or around trains. However, FELA benefits are notoriously difficult to obtain.

    Many railroad workers need the assistance of an attorney to get the benefits they deserve after a work injury. Burge & Burge, PC, has represented hundreds of injured railroad employees throughout the United States. We are one of the oldest FELA law firms in the nation. You can trust our experience and knowledge. For a free consultation with our Federal Employers’ Liability Act lawyers in Birmingham, please call or contact us online.

    Obtaining FELA Compensation

    If you are injured on the job, FELA benefits may provide compensation for the following:

    • Past and future wage loss
    • Past and future medical treatment
    • Past and future pain, suffering and mental distress
    • Disfigurement
    • Death benefits to the family

    While you have three years from the date of injury to file a claim, the sooner you begin, the better your chances of recovering benefits. Evidence and the memories of witnesses are harder to gather years after the injury. In addition, the FELA claims process can take a few months or a few years, depending on the severity of the injury and details of the case.

    Some FELA claims settle out of court through negotiations or mediation; however, it is increasingly necessary to purse the claim in court. Under FELA, your trial can be held in either state or federal court. Our experience enables us to determine which court is better for your case.

    Railroads use a variety of tactics to try to avoid responsibility under FELA. Our lawyers have experience combating these tactics and recovering compensation. Please call our office at to schedule an appointment with a FELA accident and injury claims lawyer in Alabama.
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    Contact Our Experienced Attorneys Today

    For representation in Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) cases, personal injury cases and Social Security Disability/Supplemental Security Income cases, contact Burge & Burge, PC, in Alabama. Our lawyers have more than 50 years of combined experience protecting the rights of injury victims and their families.

    We represent injured railroad employees throughout the southeast United States. For a free consultation, please call 205-251-9000 or 800-633-3733. You may also complete the form on this page and we will contact you shortly.

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      Burge & Burge, PC

      2001 Park Pl., Suite 1350
      Birmingham, AL 35203

      Toll Free: 800-633-3733
      Phone: 205-251-9000

      Fax: 205-323-0512

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        Burge & Burge, PC

        2001 Park Pl., Suite 1350
        Birmingham, AL 35203

        Toll Free: 205-633-3733
        Phone: 205-251-9000

        Fax: 205-323-0512

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        We understand the difficulty individuals encounter when they try to recover compensation on their own.

        Our experienced personal injury lawyers can make the process easier.

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        Burge & Burge, PC, 2001 Park Pl., Suite 1350, Birmingham, AL 35203
        Toll Free: 800-633-3733  |  Phone: 205-251-9000  |  Fax: 205-323-0512

        Burge & Burge, PC, is located in Birmingham, Alabama, and serves clients from cities such as Montgomery, Mobile, Huntsville, Decatur, Tuscaloosa, Dothan, Gadsden and Anniston, as well as the counties of Jefferson, Montgomery, Madison, Shelby, Baldwin, Walker, Mobile, Tuscaloosa, St. Clair, Talladega, Etowah, Calhoun, Winston, Houston, Greene, Blount, Cullman, Morgan and Limestone, AL.

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