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A: From the day the accident occurs, there is a time limit on how long you can wait to file a claim. For most personal injury cases, that time is around two years. It’s a good idea to get an attorney as soon as possible after an accident, because the person responsible for your injury or insurance companies can quickly find ways to undermine your case.

A: The Alabama Lemon Law applies to cars that are either or both under one year old and have less than 12,000 miles on them. This law helps protect consumers from the consequences of unknowingly purchasing a defective vehicle. It covers cars, trucks, SUVs, and motor vehicles under 10,000 pounds. To take advantage of this law, the defect must seriously impact safety, value, or use and must be inherent. Dealers or manufacturers may resist replacing your vehicle, so speaking with an attorney is sometimes necessary.

A: Arbitration and mediation are both ways to handle disputes outside of the courtroom. With arbitration, the arbitrator can independently decide how to resolve the dispute. With mediation, on the other hand, the mediator simply makes suggestions for the parties to take or leave. It’s typically less formal and available on shorter notice.