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Decatur, AL Ambulance Accident Attorneys

Huntsville, AL Firetruck and Police Car Accident Lawyers

Have you been injured by an ambulance or emergency responder vehicle in Decatur or Huntsville, Alabama. Do you have questions on what to do next? We are here to answer all of your personal injury questions.

Hundreds of ambulances, police cars and fire trucks rush to scenes of emergencies to rescue victims of car accidents, fires, and medical emergencies every day in Alabama. One does not expect to be involved in an accident with an emergency response vehicle such as an ambulance. Ambulance and emergency vehicle drivers often speed and drive recklessly, trying to get to a call or get a passenger to the hospital for emergency care. We all admire emergency responders and count on them to provide us with their service when an accident or other life-threatening situation is taking place.

Unfortunately, many responders are involved in major collisions on the road, resulting in severe injuries to bystanders, pedestrians, drivers, and passengers of other vehicles. Emergency personnel are restricted by certain laws and requirements when moving through traffic, as are all drivers. When these are violated, accidents occur and the injuries can be extremely severe as a result. If you have been hurt by a fire truck, police car, or ambulance, you may have a claim for compensation for your injuries. We offer no obligation, FREE CONSULTATIONS. Home and hospital visits are available if you are unable to come to our Huntsville or Decatur office. Call now. Call 256-534-3435 or 256-350-7200. We are here to help.

Damages You Can Recover

If the negligent party is held liable for an ambulance accident, then you are entitled to recovery for all your damages, including:

Past and future medical expenses, like those related to emergency care, surgery, hospitalizations, doctors’ visits and medications
Past and future lost earnings
Property damage
Pain and suffering
Punitive damages (in some cases).

Causes of Alabama Ambulance, Fire Truck and Police Collisions

An independent study conducted on characteristics of ambulance crash circumstances highlighted some of the most common factors that contributed to thousands of ambulance accidents over the years. They include:

Inadequate screening of vehicle operators. History of reckless driving and/or violating traffic laws.
Poor knowledge of driving laws
Distracted driving
Driver fatigue
Use of drugs or alcohol
Disobeying traffic signs or signals
Poor vehicle maintenance
Speeding
Poor visibility
Failure to properly train drivers or equip them with the necessary safety equipment.
Mistreatment of patients or passengers
Improper loading of wheelchairs or stretchers
Wheelchair, passenger, or stretcher not loaded correctly
Passengers have been left unattended

Ambulance Accident Statistic

There are about 4,500 ambulance accidents. At least 30 of these crashes cause fatal injuries.
Nearly 9 out of every 10 ambulance crashes involve at least one other vehicle (i.e., a vehicle other than the ambulance).
Close to half of all crashes happen when the vehicle is in emergency use (i.e., when lights and sirens are activated).
At least half of all injury-related crashes harm those who are not inside the ambulance (i.e., other motorists, passengers, and travelers sharing the road with the emergency vehicle).

Air Ambulance Accidents

Our office also handles air ambulance accident cases arising from:

Pilot error
Improper management by the helicopter operator
Mechanical and maintenance problems
Improper pilot certification

Types of Injuries from Alabama Responder Accidents

The following are some of the most common injuries associated with Alabama ambulance, firetruck and police car accidents:

Broken jaw
Burns
Crushed bones
Facial disfigurement
Herniated discs
Lacerations
Head
Loss of limb, or amputation
Passenger ejection
Severe head trauma
Spinal trauma
Damage to internal organs
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Death
Broken bones
Whiplash
Bruising
Seatbelt injuries

Why Hire Huntsville and Decatur Attorneys Ferguson & Ferguson

When drivers of emergency vehicles fail to take safety measures and you or a loved one is injured or killed as a result, you have the right to hold them responsible and receive compensation. With more than 60 years of combined experience, the lawyers at Ferguson & Ferguson are here to help. After an accident, the responsible party’s insurance adjusters may try to deny your claim or reduce the claim amount. If you were involved in an ambulance accident as another driver, pedestrian, bicyclist, motorcycle rider, or passenger, there are a number of parties you can reach to seek recovery of the damages. Don’t let the insurance company take advantage of you.

Call 256-534-3435 We can help. We have offices in Decatur and Huntsville and serve the following areas:

Birmingham
Nashville
Atlanta
Montgomery
Mobile
…and many more surrounding neighborhoods.

Huntsville Office Location:
303 Williams Avenue SW
Suite 321
Huntsville, AL 35801

Decatur Office Location:
211 Oak Street, NE
Decatur, AL 35601

You cannot get any better than Jackie.

“You cannot get any better than Jackie. Completely professional, fair, understanding and trustworthy. We were facing an almost impossible situation but with Jackie’s tenacity and God’s grace it all turned in our favor. I highly recommend Jackie Ferguson Graham.”

- Shane

I would highly recommend working with this firm.

“I can’t say enough good about working with Ms. Jackie Graham Ferguson. She was very professional, personable, and seemed to really care. Her knowledge within her field of expertise, coupled with her years of experience, are evident from the first minute you begin talking to her. I would highly recommend working with this firm. A+++++”

- Michael Matthews

She always made herself available.

“Mrs. Ferguson is a outstanding , knowledgeable, and honest attorney. She was there when my family was at its lowest and has never wavered. She always made herself available. She was dedicated to our case and worked hard. I would recommend Jackie with out hesitation for any legal matters. My family will always turn to her, and will be as dedicated to her as she was to us.”

- Joseph Morgan

Ambulance Accidents