How To Handle The Aftermath Of A Birmingham Car Accident With A Parked Car

Driving on the highway is not the only time you should be worried when behind the wheel.  According to statistics, more than 500 people are killed in parking lot accidents and around 60,000 sustain injuries every year. It might be a good idea to look for a car accident attorney Birmingham if you’ve been involved in a car accident. As a driver, it is important to be aware of some of the potential hazards that can be found in the parking lot. Heninger Garrison Davis recommends some tips which can be used to mitigate accidents in the parking lot.

Common Types of Car Parking Lot Accidents

There are different kinds of accidents you’re likely to experience in a parking lot. Some of them include:

• Two drivers backing into each other
• A driver backs out of the parking space into an oncoming vehicle
• Collusion between two cars while trying to pull into the same parking lot

Avoiding Birmingham Parking Lot Accidents

There are some simple things you can do to reduce the chances of being involved in a car accident in the parking lot.

Follow the traffic rules: Make sure you’re paying attention to pavement markings and traffic signs. Don’t cut through the parking lot however tempting.

Be careful when backing out: Look out for pedestrians and vehicles when backing out. You should ask someone to help you whenever possible. Be aware of the surroundings when backing out and ensure you do it slowly and carefully. Make sure you’re using the rear and side mirrors to check for approaching vehicles and pedestrians.

Get rid of distractions: Do not engage in any distracting activity while in the parking lot. Driving in the parking lot requires that you’re attentive throughout because you never know if there is an approaching vehicle when trying to back out.

Reduce the speed: Most parking lots have a speed limit of 10 mph. You should slow down even if there are no signs of the speed limit. Slowing down will increase your reaction time should you find yourself in a compromising situation.

Who has the right of way in the parking lot?

Parking lots are different from roads because there right-of-way rules are vague. A parking lot is composed of lanes with vehicles parked on both sides. It is common sense that the car that is in through the lanes has the right of way. Those vehicles that passing through should yield the right of way to the vehicles that are backing out of the parking space.

What should you do when involved in an accident?

The first thing you need to ensure is that you’re safe before anything else. The next thing to do is securing the car accident claim. This can be done by exchanging contact information with the other driver involved in the accident. The law enforcement will also need to be informed of the accident. This will help when filing for a claim. For more information, you can check out https://hgdlawfirm.com/practice_area/trucking-and-motor-vehicle-collisions/

 

 

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CELEBRATE OUR NATION’S FREEDOMS WHILE SUPPORTING OUR CITY’S YOUTH WITH 3rd ANNUAL “RED, WHITE, AND BREW!”

by HGD staff

The Fourth of July is a beloved holiday for many reasons. We celebrate our nation’s birthday and the vast freedoms we are privileged to enjoy as citizens of the United States of America. Fireworks burst in the summer night sky. We adorn ourselves in our boldest red, white, and blue outfits. And many of us even revel in a day off of work! For the third year running, you’re invited to raise a glass to America with Red, White, & Brew on Wednesday, July 3rd—Birmingham’s star-spangled food truck rally at Avondale Brewing. And beyond those proud-to-be-an-American reasons to celebrate, all of the proceeds from this special event benefit the Birmingham Education Foundation!

HGD team presents $15,000 check to Birmingham Education Foundation. L-R: Cheryl Thomas, Erik Heninger, KC Dada, Steve Heninger, Whitney Williams, JW Carpenter and Tzena Gauldin

Hosted by Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC, a national trial law firm representing personal injury cases, mass torts, and intellectual property, this year’s 3rd annual Red, White, & Brew will not only celebrate life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, it will also fund improved educational opportunities for area youth. All proceeds from admission to the event will go directly to the Birmingham Education Foundation, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to putting Birmingham City Schools students on successful pathways for their journey into college and their careers beyond high school.

“One of the greatest freedoms we enjoy as Americans is the right to an education. At Heninger Garrison Davis, we firmly believe that a strong educational foundation is crucial to success. Over the past 2 years, we were able to raise $10,000 and then $15,000, respectively, for the students in our area through this unique event, and aspire for this year’s celebration to be even bigger,” says Tim Davis, managing partner at Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC. “The Birmingham Education Foundation is dedicated to helping students develop individual skills for future accomplishments. The Foundation’s resources help ensure our local students achieve academic, professional, and personal successes that build confidence and create a better future for us all right here in Birmingham.”

One of the resources the Birmingham Education Foundation offers is their collegiate preparedness initiative—an enterprise that creates college-going pathways for Birmingham City Schools students. The Foundation not only educates area youth on financial assistance programs to assist with attending higher learning institutions, they also facilitate college tours and even provide college-prep coursework for high school students. In addition, the Birmingham Education Foundation partners with various area businesses, like Heninger Garrison Davis, to create a network of skills-development opportunities and professional connections designed to help students realize their unique talents and interests.

Red, White, & Brew will begin at 4 pm and last until 10 pm at Avondale Brewing.  Live performances from Birmingham musicians Bailey Ingle,  Legal Limit, and the Lamont Landers Band will serve as the lively soundtrack to this USA-centric event. Children’s activities are certain to keep the little Americans enthralled, and everyone in attendance will have their pick of Birmingham’s very best mobile culinary offerings courtesy of the Birmingham Food Trucks. From fresh-baked donuts glistening with frosting to expertly spiced tacos, gooey gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches to Nashville-style hot chicken and nearly every dish in between—you’ll have a chance to savor your favorites or try something completely new! Throughout the evening, Avondale will serve up their award-winning brews in refreshing summer flavors like the Peach Saison and the Train Hopper Pale Ale to keep your thirst quenched all night long. And be sure to stick around for the custom fireworks show just for Red White and Brew guests!

Tickets for Red, White, & Brew are $10  in advance for adults, $5 for children ages 5 to 12, and FREE for all children under 5. Tickets will also be available the day of the event for $12 at the gate. For more information about the Red, White, & Brew celebration this Fourth of July or to purchase your tickets today, visit the event website here! For more information about Heninger Garrison Davis’ commitment to the future of Birmingham, check out hgdlawfirm.com.

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HGD Adds New Team Members to the Birmingham Office

HGD is pleased to welcome the following new team members to our Birmingham office. Welcome to the HGD Family!

 

Casundra Tolar

Beverley Salter

Kimberly Holt

Tavis Turner

 

 

Casundra Tolar joins HGD as a new receptionist. She is a graduate of the University of Alabama and recently relocated to Birmingham from Alpharetta, Georgia with her husband, James, and son Jaiden.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beverley Salter joins the Birmingham team as a paralegal for Erik Heninger. Beverley is originally from Birmingham, Alabama and graduated from Judson College. She and her husband, Johnny, have two adult children, John and Katie.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kimberly Holt is a new paralegal working with Jeff Leonard. She graduated from Mississippi University for Women and lives in Birmingham with her husband, Robert and their son, Chandler.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tavis Turner joins the HGD team as a new IT Administrator based in the Birmingham office. Originally from Mississippi, Tavis moved to Birmingham five years ago with his wife Lisa.

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Erik Heninger Elected Second Vice President of the Alabama Association for Justice

By Brandon Moseley

The Alabama Association for Justice announced Wednesday that it has elected a new slate of officers. ALAJ is an association of attorneys dedicated to protecting 7th Amendment rights. The group elected its new slate of officers at its annual convention held from June 13 through June 15, 2019.

The new president will be Josh Hayes of Prince, Glover and Hayes in Tuscaloosa.

The president-elect will be Rip Andrews of Marsh, Rickard and Bryan in Birmingham.

The first vice president is Gina Coggin of The Coggin Firm in Gadsden. The second vice president will be Erik Heninger of Heninger, Garrison, Davis in Birmingham.

The secretary is Wesley Laird of Laird, Baker and Blackstock in Opp. The treasurer is Ben Baker of Beasley Allen in Montgomery.
The immediate past president of the group is Steve Nicholas of Cunningham Bounds in Mobile.

“Every Alabamian has a constitutional right to a trial by jury, and I’m going to do my absolute best to protect that important right,” said Josh Hayes, newly elected President of the ALAJ. “As president of the Alabama Association for Justice, I see my job as ensuring everyone has a level playing field if they are injured or harmed.”

“Josh Hayes has given more than a decade of his life in volunteer service to the Alabama Association for Justice because he believes strongly in our mission of ‘Great Lawyers. Great Laws.’ — and for that I’m grateful,” said ALAJ Executive Director Ginger Avery.

“No Alabama citizens and businesses wish to find themselves in court, but if that day ever happens, our organization is there to ensure they have equal access to justice,” Baker said, the newest ALAJ officer.

The Alabama Association for Justice is a plaintiff’s attorney organization that represents the needs of consumers and businesses seeking redress through the courts. Its members are dedicated to protecting the 7th Amendment and the right to a trial by jury.

 

Original article here.

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Maternal Death Rates on the Rise in the U.S. and Data Suggests it is Largely Preventable

by HGD Staff

America boasts one of the best healthcare systems in the world, but despite our claims of world-class healthcare, our maternal death rates are among the worst in the industrialized world. This may come as a shock, but it is a fact. The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) tracks data across the globe, and based on 2015 figures, the U.S. had approximately 14 maternal deaths per 100,000 child births.

The CIA reports 45 countries with better maternal outcomes than the U.S. Here are just some of those countries that have lower maternal death rates:

• Greece
• Slovakia
• Denmark
• Finland
• Germany
• United Kingdom
• Japan
• Italy
• Kuwait
• Croatia
• Montenegro
• United Arab Emirates
• Kazakhstan
• Saudi Arabia

So, what is the problem? Why do so many American women die each year during birth? The answer may be as simple as negligence.

Understanding Hospital and Healthcare Negligence

There are many ways that a hospital can go wrong during labor and delivery, but in a recent report from USA Today, it was revealed that two specific precautions may be widely ignored in birthing rooms across the country.

High blood pressure during delivery can lead to the mother suffering a stroke, also called a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). But strokes are relatively easy to predict and prevent in this context, at least as long as healthcare workers are doing the right thing.

Second, rapid blood loss can lead to shock, which, in turn, can cause death, paralysis, hypoxia, brain damage, and other serious conditions. Prevention starts with weighing absorbent padding measuring blood loss during labor and delivery. The sooner that excess blood loss can be identified, the sooner hospital staff and doctors can take fast actions to prevent the consequences.

But this is just the beginning. Maternal death rates are just that – the rates at which mothers die giving birth. These numbers do not take into account the many types of non-fatal injuries that women suffer. For instance, USA Today’s report also shed light on the fact that upwards of 50,000 women are severely injured during labor each year.

Causes of Maternal Injuries and Death

The causes of preventable maternal injury and death are fairly straightforward. In about half of all the cases, it can be attributed to a simple step or procedure that was simply not followed. Examples of these negligent actions may include:

• Failing to monitor blood pressure
• Failing to measure blood loss
• Ignoring signs of fetal distress early in delivery
• Waiting too long to notify physicians and specialists
• Failing to administer the correct medications when needed

The Price Americans Pay for Poor Maternal Care

It is practically impossible to truly measure the harm caused by careless healthcare professionals and large corporate hospital chains that put money over patient safety. Depending on the unique situation, many families suffer losses, such as:

• The loss of the woman’s income in the family
• Loss of the woman’s services to the household
• Medical bills and expenses
• Unexpected funeral and burial expenses
• A spouse may be forced to put children into daycare or hire a full-time nanny as a result of the loss
• Emotional losses, like having to explain to young children the loss of a parent

Victims’ Rights After a Fatal Childbirth Event

For the surviving family members, like spouses, children, and even parents of a woman who is killed during childbirth, there can be significant monetary compensation available, and rightfully so. Sadly, large hospital corporations and their insurance carriers often fight hard to avoid all liability, even when it is clear to everyone involved that the death was completely avoidable. If you find yourself grieving the loss of a loved one who died during childbirth, you do not have to stand by and accept the story you are given. You have the right to speak with an attorney free of charge and get real legal options to help your family move forward and pay for the unexpected and unfair expenses you will no doubt face.

At Heninger Garrison Davis, LLC, our attorneys have decades of experience pursuing justice for injured people and survivors who have lost loved ones due to terrible medical errors. Call or visit our firm online to schedule a free consultation today, and find out how we can help.

 

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Erik Heninger is invited faculty for AAJ’s Trial Advocacy College on Depositions

Erik Heninger is an invited faculty member for the American Association for Justice’s Trial Advocacy College on Depositions held in Philadelphia on June 6 to June 8.

Taking and defending depositions are critical skills for every trial lawyer.  AAJ Education’s Depositions College combines lectures, demonstrations, and small-group, interactive workshops led by experienced faculty to give you practical, proven techniques that you can apply immediately to your practice. You’ll receive individual attention and skill critique in a supportive, responsive environment with colleagues at a similar skill and practice level. You’ll learn:

• How to create an effective discovery plan
• Essential deposition techniques including sequencing, exhaustion, and boxing-in
• How to establish rules and utilize the Miller Mousetrap method
• Strategies for dealing with a difficult attorney
• How to successfully depose the defense expert witness, and more

Erik concentrates his practice on personal injury litigation focusing on brain and spinal injuries, medical negligence, trucking litigation, and nursing home litigation. He is a member of the Alabama Association for Justice, Mississippi Association for Justice, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, and AAJ. Mr. Heninger currently serves as the Secretary of the Alabama Association of Justice; represents the 10th Judicial Circuit as an Alabama State Bar Commissioner; and serves on the Executive Committee of the Birmingham Bar Association.  He is a member of the Alabama Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) And authored of numerous articles, including “A Brief Analysis of Nonverbal Communication in the Courtroom,” published in Alabama Trial Lawyers Journal, and has taught on various trial advocacy topics nationwide. Mr. Heninger is a Fellow of AAJ’s National College of Advocacy, and a member of AAJ’s Nursing Homes and Spinal Cord Injury Litigation Groups.

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