A collision involving a commercial truck can change a life in an instant. While many people assume these cases are similar to standard car accidents, trucking accidents bring a very different level of complexity. The size of the vehicles involved, the severity of injuries, and the legal issues that follow often set these cases apart from ordinary car wrecks. Understanding what makes trucking accident cases unique can help injured individuals take informed steps early and prot

In this episode of More Than A Lawyer, Christy Crow speaks with Shawn Cole, managing partner at Hill Hill Carter Franco Cole & Black where she has worked for nearly 25 of her 32 years of practicing law. Shawn is based in Montgomery, Alabama. The firm has other offices in Birmingham, Fairhope, and Kentucky.  Shawn practices law primarily in the workers' compensation area and is a mediator. While she loves the practice of law and mediating cases, she is passionate about her com

After an accident, it’s tempting to settle quickly and move on. Medical bills pile up, work becomes difficult, and the idea of “getting it over with” sounds appealing. But settling too soon can cost you far more than you realize. Why Quick Isn’t Always Fair Insurance companies often push early settlements because they know something you don’t: once you sign, you can’t reopen the claim. That’s true even if your injuries get worse or new expenses arise. At Jinks Crow, we’ve see

November 28, 2025 — Jinks Crow, P.C. , along with Beasley Allen Law Firm , has filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the family of Abimael Feliciano, a Dothan resident who died after toxic fumes filled the inside of his Ford C-Max Hybrid. Feliciano was found unresponsive inside his vehicle at a traffic light in Dothan on August 8, 2023. The Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences later confirmed that he died from hydrogen sulfide exposure, a toxic gas that can be deadl

November 6, 2025 — Jinks Crow has been named a Tier 1 firm in Montgomery  in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms™  for excellence in: Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs The Best Law Firms™  rankings are based on a comprehensive evaluation process that includes client feedback, peer reviews, and firm data analysis. Achieving Tier 1 recognition reflects a high level of professional excellence and

You might think your car accident was simply that—an accident. But what if something deeper caused it? A defective tire, a faulty airbag, or a brake failure could turn a routine crash into a product liability case. These cases are not just about who was driving; they are about whether a product you trusted failed you when it mattered most. What Makes It a Product Liability Case Product liability applies when a defective or dangerous product causes harm. In car accidents, that