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Out of State Car Accidents – What Law Applies

Alabama Car AccidentWhen traveling out of state, even the safest driver faces the possibility of an unexpected car accident. Driving on unfamiliar roads in an unfamiliar city heightens the risk for an accident. Of course, with any accident, contact 911 immediately, take pictures of the accident scene and any damage to the vehicles, write down the names and numbers of any other involved parties or witnesses, and contact your insurance company. Visit our page on the steps to take after a car accident here. In most cases, your insurance policy should cover out of state car accidents. Each state has different laws on car accident claims which could significantly impact you’re claim and damages. Because the statute of limitations places a ticking clock on your ability to file a claim, and because statute of limitations varies from state to state, it is important to contact an experience personal injury attorney as soon as possible after the wreck.

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Fourth of July Events near Huntsville, AL

FireworksCue the fireworks, fire up the grill, and hang the stars and stripes proudly for all of Huntsville to see—the Fourth of July holiday weekend is nearly here! Independence Day holds a special meaning to the team at Martinson & Beason, P.C., as it does for many residents throughout Madison County. The big question for many in the area is how to celebrate America’s birthday. We can’t imagine a better place to enjoy time with family and friends than right here in our own backyard. Here are few nearby Fourth of July celebrations taking place in Huntsville and across Madison County on July 4, 2015:

U.S. Space & Rocket Center’s 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza

Where: U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Huntsville, AL When: Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Cost: $20 Website: http://alabama.travel/upcoming-events/u-s-space-and-rocket-center-july-4th-fireworks-extravaganza While the fireworks show doesn’t kick off until 9 p.m., be sure to arrive early to participate in all the on-site activities the U.S. Space & Rocket Center has to offer! There will be a kid’s zone, with activities such as building paper rockets, a moon bounce, and chalk art. The 274th Army Material Command Band will also provide entertainment.

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Watch the Perseid Meteor Shower from Huntsville’s Marshall Space Flight Center

meteor showerWhen was the last time you looked up at the stars? Really, truly looked, letting the majesty of infinite space sink in? Just like most of us don’t take the time to stop and smell the roses, few of us take the time to look at the stars. However, it’s time to start—and there has never been a better opportunity this year. Tonight, the Perseid meteor shower, one of the most spectacular meteor showers of the year, will peak overhead. After dark, be sure to put on a few extra lawyers, grab a blanket, and set up camp outside to view an amazing show. The shower is projected to peak around 3-4 a.m.

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Driver of Fatal Huntsville Accident Denies Claims

Huntsville car accident - Martinson & Beason, P.C.In May, our community was shaken by the death of a ten-year-old in a tragic car accident. A man, later identified as Gunner Joseph Scarano, was driving a black truck and travelling north on Bailey Cove Road when he hit three vehicles and a motorcycle. No injuries were reported from this accident. Scarano then continued to drive until he caused another accident at the Weatherly Road intersection. This accident involved four vehicles, injuring eight and killing ten-year-old Jaden Coppens.

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Kiss of Death: Hidden Danger in Lipsticks

Lipstick - Martinson & Beason, P.C.When you, the consumer, buy a product online or off the shelf at the store, you expect it to be safe. But unfortunately, that is not always the case: defective and dangerous products often make it into the hands of unsuspecting consumers. A recent article in the New York Times shows that even the most innocuous products may contain hidden dangers. The article explores the possible health and safety issue of lipstick, a favorite cosmetic of women and girls around the country. What could be wrong with lipstick? Researchers have found that most lipsticks—four hundred, according to a report by the FDA—contain traces of lead.

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Distracted driving a bigger problem in U.S. than abroad

Distracted driving - Martinson & Beason, P.C.A recent study done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that distracted driving and the resulting accidents are a larger problem in the United States than in Europe. The CDC analyzed information several surveys done in 2011, which examined the driving behavior of thousands of residents of Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the U.S.

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