With a population of 90,486, Tuscaloosa is the fifth largest city in Alabama, and it is the county seat of Tuscaloosa County. Tuscaloosa is a thriving community with much culture and tradition, but perhaps it is best known as home to the state’s largest university: The University of Alabama, which itself boasts an enrollment of 36,000 students. Tuscaloosa has a large hospital, the DCH Regional Medical Center, a large shopping mall, and plenty of restaurants. The Black Warrior River runs through the town, and it also generates much activity and traffic. Tuscaloosa is part of a larger metro community, the closest neighboring communities being Northport, Cottondale, Holt, and Foster.
Tuscaloosa is only a 50 minute drive from the state’s largest city, Birmingham, via Interstate 20/59, and a two hour drive from the state capital, Montgomery, via Highway 82. Locals often use Highway 82 (McFarland Blvd.), Highway 11 (Lurleen B. Wallace Blvd.), and University Boulevard to navigate through town.
According to the Alabama Transportation Director, in 2012, there were 6,960 crashes in Tuscaloosa County, 1,853 resulted in non-fatal injuries, and 40 resulted in fatalities. There were 4,386 crashes within the Tuscaloosa city limits, 1,043 resulted in non-fatal injuries, and 11 resulted in fatalities. This means that 63% of the total crashes, 56% of the non-fatal crashes, and 28% of the fatal crashes in the county, occurred within the Tuscaloosa city limits.
Experience and Trust MatterIf you or a family member were injured or killed in an automobile accident in Tuscaloosa, it will undoubtedly be one of the toughest experiences and difficult times in your life. Don’t make a mistake by carelessly choosing an inexperienced attorney to handle such an important legal matter. Trust the attorneys at Hollis Wright to handle your case. Our attorneys are experienced, trusted and well-equipped to handle any type of automobile or motor vehicle accident case. Our attorneys and investigators are available to completely and thoroughly investigate the facts and circumstances of your accident in an effort to determine what happened and maximize your recovery.
Being represented by an experienced Tuscaloosa, Alabama accident lawyer is essential to getting a fair outcome from the insurance company. At Hollis Wright, our attorneys will advocate for you, gather evidence to build your case, thoroughly prepare your case, represent you in court, negotiate with the insurer and otherwise fight for your right to compensation after your accident.
If you have been injured in an automobile accident in the Tuscaloosa area, then contact us now to protect your legal rights. If the accident was not your fault, then you are entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, permanent scarring and disfigurement. Don’t sit idly by while the insurance company builds a defense to your personal injury claim all in an effort to reduce your compensation or eliminate it entirely. We can immediately help so call us at 844.LAW.TALK or 205.324.3600 as soon as possible to discuss your legal options. We are standing by to help you. You may also contact us here.