In the past decade, ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have skyrocketed in popularity. It’s safe to assume most people have used or know someone who has used one of these services. Uber reported over two billion Uber trips in the U.S. from 2019-2020. Over 900,000 drivers provided those trips. In those same years, Uber…
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Suffering a slip and fall accident can be physically and financially burdensome. Whether it happens in a business establishment or someone’s home, these incidents are often the result of preventable circumstances. In this blog, we’ll walk you through essential steps to take if you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident. Additionally, we’ll provide…
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Dogs bite more than 4.5 million people each year, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AMVA). More than 800,000 of those dog bites receive medical attention, per the CDC. To help keep yourself and your loved ones from becoming a statistic, it is important to recognize the warning signs and behavioral cues of dogs.…
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The Best Lawyers in America® awarded eight total distinctions to the firm’s attorneys. All four of Timberlake, League, and Brooks partners were awarded two awards a piece by The Best Lawyers in America® 2025. Will League: Personal Injury Litgation – Plaintiffs and Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants Heath Brooks: Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs and…
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Private industry employers reported 32,600 non-fatal workplace injuries in Alabama for 2021, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Of those cases, 13,800 resulted in time away from work. Missed work means no paycheck, unpaid bills, and added stress on top of the injury. Alabama workers do have a shield of protection in the…
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Amusement parks have provided entertainment for hundreds of years. They feature special rides like the Tilt-a-Whirl, roller coasters, and many other kinds of attractions. But it’s not all fun and games. Lurking among the laughter and thrills is the darker side of amusement parks. There were an estimated 1,224 ride-related injuries in the U.S. and…
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Attorney Michael Timberlake joined Ron Sykstus as a guest on his podcast, Next Lawyer Up. Ron Sykstus, an attorney with the law firm of Bond & Botes, started the Next Lawyer Up podcast as a way to connect with his fellow lawyers and open the door for more personal conversations that go beyond the law.…
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Spending a day or weekend on Alabama’s scenic lakes and rivers is an opportunity for boating enthusiasts to relax, fish, sightsee, or party. Yet, boating fun can quickly be replaced with terror when someone on the water causes accidents. In 2021, 4,439 recreational boating accidents occurred across the U.S., causing 2,641 injuries. (Source: U.S. Coast…
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Imagine cruising down the highway on a sunny day, feeling the wind in your hair, and enjoying the freedom of the open road. Suddenly, your car’s brakes fail, or the airbags deploy without warning, turning your leisurely drive into a nightmare. This terrifying scenario is more common than you might think. In Alabama alone, thousands…
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