Burge & Burge, PC

09/30/2026

Most people consider the risk of a car accident to be avoided once they park their car. Unfortunately, that is not the case. While national data is lacking on crashes that occur off of public roads, the National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that tens of thousands of crashes occur in parking lots e

09/28/2026

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has recalled 97,349 vehicles due to an issue related to roof crossbars that could cause them to detach and become a potential road

09/25/2026

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09/23/2026

Traffic safety cameras are once again part of a national road safety debate.

The U.S. Department of Transportation has moved to limit federal funding for speed and red light cameras through the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, with exceptions for school and work zones. Supporters of automated enforcement point to research showing that these cameras can reduce speeding, crashes, injuries, and fatalities.

For drivers, the bigger reminder is simple: slow down, obey traffic signals, and stay alert. Safe driving remains one of the most important ways to prevent serious accidents.

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09/21/2026

It is Child Passenger Safety Week. 👶🚗

A properly installed car seat can make a life saving difference, but many seats are still used incorrectly.

Take a few minutes this week to check that your child is in the right seat, the harness fits properly, and the seat is securely installed.

Learn more:
https://news.gm.com/home.detail.html/Pages/news/us/en/2026/sep/0921-child-passenger-safety-week.html

09/17/2026

To avoid and react to emergencies on the road, drivers need knowledge and practice. These tips will get you started.

09/07/2026

09/03/2026

More than 114,000 car seats are under recall after complaints were filed regarding a screw that can come loose, causing the handle to become partially detached.

08/31/2026

Alabama drivers face steep fines for passing stopped school buses. Here's when you must stop and what violations can cost.

08/28/2026

Multi-vehicle accidents can make determining fault especially complicated.

Police reports, traffic camera footage, vehicle black box data, photos, and accident reconstruction can all help show how the crash started and who was responsible. In Alabama, that evidence is especially important because even a small finding of fault can affect your ability to recover compensation.

Learn more:
https://www.burge-law.com/how-do-i-prove-fault-in-a-multi-vehicle-accident-in-alabama/

Injured in an Alabama car accident? Call Burge & Burge, PC, at 205-251-9000.

Involved in a chain-reaction crash or highway pileup in Alabama? Learn how fault is determined & how strict contributory negligence laws may affect your claim.