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Chatom Office
13212 West Central Avenue
Chatom, Alabama 36518
EMAIL ADDRESS
ett@tokh.com
PHONE NUMBER
Tel: (251) 847-2237
Fax: (251) 847-3115
FAIRHOPE OFFICE
221 Fairhope Avenue
Fairhope, Alabama 36532
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Tel: (251) 651-0483
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Obtaining Fair Compensation After a Disfigurement Injury
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellDisfiguring injuries are not only painful, but they can also be incredibly embarrassing and life-changing for victims. A previously charismatic and outgoing person might find themselves withdrawn, isolated, and bitter after an injury that completely changes their appearance. If you’ve suffered a disfiguring injury because of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. […]
Calculating Lost Income for Self-Employed Individuals After an Injury
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellIf you have to take unexpected time off of work after a personal injury, you know how much financial stress this can cause. Even if you have paid time off available, you probably expected to use that for vacation or long vacations—not injury recovery. While calculating lost income for someone who is paid hourly or […]
How to Avoid Accidents with School Buses
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellSchool buses are a common sight now that school is back in session, but that doesn’t mean that everyone remembers the rules of bus safety. Unfortunately, school bus accidents are fairly common. In many cases, crashes occur because drivers follow too closely or drive too quickly. By following a few basic safety tips, you can […]
How Keeping an Injury Journal Can Help Your Auto Accident Claim
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellWhether or not you believe that journaling has mental health and self-care benefits, it’s impossible to ignore the ways that an injury journal can support your personal injury claim. After a car accident, you’ll be shocked by how much you have to do. You may have numerous appointments with doctors, lawyers, and insurance companies. You […]
Getting Fair Compensation for Nerve Damage
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellIf you have suffered a nerve injury, you know how stressful it can be to wait and see what comes next. Nerve damage is quite unpredictable. Some people make fast and full recoveries, while others may never have full usage of the affected extremity again. Because of this, calculating compensation for this type of injury […]
Coping With Emotional and Psychological Trauma from a Car Accident
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellCar accidents cause an enormous amount of physical and mental trauma. However, many victims only get support for their physical health needs. While they may have access to surgical care, medication, physical therapy, and other medical options, their mental health needs may go unnoticed and unserved. When you’re hurt in a car crash, your mental […]
Proving the Other Driver Was Texting in an Auto Accident
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough, HowellTexting and driving is a growing problem, and there seems to be no way to curb it. While legislators and public safety officials have attempted public education efforts, stronger punishments, and campaigns that appeal to drivers’ humanity, the stats seem to indicate that people struggle to control their distractions. It takes five seconds to read […]
Getting Compensation for Knee Injuries
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellThere’s a reason that many workout programs spend a lot of time talking about how to protect your knees while exercising. Knee damage can leave you with permanent mobility issues, chronic pain, and a lingering limp. Car accidents put an enormous amount of stress on your knees and can result in serious injuries. If you’ve […]
How to Avoid Staged Car Accidents
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellStaged car accidents are a major stressor for insurance companies, innocent victims, and others who use the roads lawfully. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to know you’ve been marked for one of these scams until your car’s been run off the road and you’ve been blamed. Know what staged car accidents look like, how they can harm […]
Should You See a Neurologist After a Car Accident?
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellInjuries are common after car crashes, but what if you have serious injuries that need more than just rest and time? The sooner you get access to high-quality specialized care, the better your prognosis may be. Depending on the type of accident you were in and which types of symptoms you’re having, you may want […]