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Bay Minette, AL 36507
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How Can I Protect My Retirement Accounts During Divorce Proceedings?
/by Stone Crosby, PCSafeguarding your financial future is often the most pressing concern when a marriage ends. For many Alabamians, retirement accounts represent a lifetime of discipline and the primary source of security for their later years. When these accounts are placed on the negotiating table, the stakes are undeniably high. In Alabama, the law follows the principle […]
Legal Strategies for Addressing Construction Defects in Alabama
/by Stone Crosby, PCDiscovering a serious flaw in a home or commercial building is a property owner’s sinking feeling. You invest significant capital and trust into a construction project, expecting the result to be safe, durable, and built to code. When cracks appear, water leaks in, or systems fail, the path forward often feels overwhelming. Navigating the aftermath […]
What Are FMCSA Hours of Service Rules and How Do They Affect Your Claim?
/by Stone Crosby, PCAccording to the Alabama Department of Transportation, thousands of crashes involving commercial trucks occur on Alabama roads each year, with a significant share resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. The moments after a collision on the long stretch of I-65 between Mobile and Montgomery are chaotic and terrifying. You are left dealing with hospital bills, […]
Tanker Truck Accidents in Alabama: Chemical Spills, Burns, and Your Legal Rights
/by Stone Crosby, PCThe moments following a collision with a commercial vehicle are terrifying, but when that vehicle is a tanker truck carrying hazardous materials, the danger escalates instantly. Across the Gulf Coast, these massive cylindrical trailers are a constant presence, transporting everything from highly flammable gasoline to corrosive industrial chemicals. When something goes wrong on the road, […]
What Is a Personal Representative and Why Does Alabama Require One to File a Wrongful Death Claim?
/by Stone Crosby, PCLosing a loved one to an unexpected tragedy is an experience that alters the course of a family’s life forever. In the days and weeks that follow a fatal accident, grieving families are often thrust into a complex legal and financial reality they never anticipated. When a fatality occurs due to another party’s negligence, whether […]
Alabama’s Industrial Corridor: Why Industrial Plant Workers Face Elevated Injury Risks
/by Stone Crosby, PCThe drive up Highway 43 through Mobile County and down to the Port of Mobile paints a clear picture of the region’s industrial backbone. Towering smokestacks, sprawling pipe networks, and massive storage tanks dominate the landscape. This 60-mile stretch, commonly known as Alabama’s Industrial corridor, houses dozens of industrial facilities, steel mills, power plants, warehousing […]
The Role of Conservatorships and Guardianships in an Alabama Estate Plan
/by Stone Crosby, PCMost of us build our estate plans focused on what happens after we are gone. We draft wills to distribute our property and set up trusts to protect our assets for future generations. But a truly comprehensive plan does more than that; it protects you and your family during your lifetime, especially during periods of […]
The Top Causes of Semi-Truck Accidents on Alabama Highways
/by Stone Crosby, PCThe leading causes of semi-truck accidents in Alabama are driver fatigue, distracted driving, speeding, inadequate vehicle maintenance, improper cargo loading, and impaired driving. According to the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT), thousands of crashes involving commercial trucks occur on Alabama roads each year, with a significant share resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. These collisions […]
Who Can Be Sued After an 18-Wheeler Accident in Alabama?
/by Stone Crosby, PCAfter an 18-wheeler accident in Alabama, multiple parties can potentially be held liable, not just the truck driver. Depending on the circumstances of the crash, you may be able to sue the trucking company (motor carrier), the freight broker that arranged the load, the company that loaded the cargo, the truck or parts manufacturer, a […]
Dealing with Liens in Alabama Construction Projects
/by Stone Crosby, PCA construction project in Alabama is a massive undertaking, often involving a complex network of owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers. Whether you are working on a commercial development in Downtown Mobile, a residential build near Courthouse Square in Bay Minette, or a public works project for the Baldwin County Board of Education, the […]