Attorney Joseph Morris Argues Before the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals
Attorney Joseph Morris of Morris, Andrews, Talmadge & Driggers recently argued before the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta, Georgia. The matter involved the death of a pretrial detainee in the Barbour County Alabama jail for violation of his 14th amendment rights under the United States Constitution and for wrongful death under Alabama state […]
Why Novelty Helmets Pose a Serious Threat to Motorcyclists
Recently, CBS News released a story about the underlying danger of “novelty helmets”—which are not actually intended to be used by motorcyclists. Although they are sold under the guise of being a novelty item, more and more people have chosen to wear these helmets in place of those that meet the Federal Department of Transportation’s […]
Should I Take the Insurance Company’s Settlement Offer?
Whether you were involved in a car accident or you slipped and fell on another person’s property, dealing with the aftermath of a serious injury can be an overwhelming experience. To matters worse, you may even have to field phone calls and unwelcome visits from the insurance company. For this reason, the Montgomery personal injury […]
Who is Responsible for a Slip & Fall Accident?
Throughout the United States, premises liability laws hold property owners accountable for the safety of the areas over which they exercise control. This means that they could be subject to civil litigation if they have negligently failed to uphold this duty of care. It is important to understand that the specific nature of these laws […]
What is the Rabid Dog Statute in Alabama?
In Montgomery AL, dog owners are held accountable for the actions of their pet. Under Alabama Code §3-6-1, it is their responsibility to maintain a safe environment, keep the dog under control and warn guests of their pet’s violent propensities. Unlike many other states in the U.S., however, owners are not “strictly liable” for the […]
Joseph A. Morris Named to Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America
The legal team at Morris, Andrews, Talmadge & Driggers, LLC is proud to announce that our very own Joseph A. Morris was selected for inclusion in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America. This prestigious honor is bestowed upon “premier trial lawyers from across the country who exemplify superior qualifications as civil plaintiff or criminal […]
Determining Liability after a Slip & Fall in Montgomery, AL
If you were recently injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, you may be wondering whether or not you are entitled to compensation. Depending on the circumstances of the accident, it is possible that you have grounds to seek damages from the owner of the property on which you were injured. […]
BP Attempts to Block Payments to Oil Spill Victims
After the Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion freed more than 4.9 million barrels of oil into the ocean three years ago, thousands of the businesses and individuals who had been affected have filed suit against the responsible party: British Petroleum (BP). Now that it has finally come time for BP to dole out what could […]
BP Oil Spill Claims in Montgomery, Alabama
Consequences of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Who can forget the most devastating oil spill in U.S. history, when more than 4.9 million barrels were released in the ocean off of the Louisiana coast? Although it has been nearly three years since the Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion, countless businesses and individuals along the coast […]
Andrews & Driggers Selected for Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America
The legal team at Morris, Andrews, Talmadge & Driggers, LLC is proud to announce that two of our Montgomery personal injury attorneys, Cory Driggers and Mark Andrews, have been selected by The National Trial Lawyers for inclusion in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America. Mr. Driggers was selected for 2013, while Mr. Andrews was […]