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M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLC, was established with the belief that collective experience gets results. The firm’s founder, M. Adam Jones, had already achieved national and international recognition as the Chief Operations Officer for a national law firm when his passion for the courtroom led to the formation of a new firm, one for which he assembled a skilled, award-winning team of attorneys who are dedicated to assisting clients with everyday legal battles.
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206 N. Lena St.
Dothan, Alabama 36303
P.O. Box 976
Dothan, Alabama 36302
T: 1-334-699-5599
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Common Forms of Nursing Home Abuse
/by M. Adam Jones & AssociatesWhen an aging loved one is no longer able to care for themselves, family members often have no other practical choice than to place them in a nursing facility. By doing so, they place their loved one’s care and quality of life in the hands of those who operate and work for the facility. Sadly, […]
Collisions in Parking Lots and Parking Garages
/by M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLCInjuries from auto accidents are among the most common types of personal injuries. There are approximately 11 million motor vehicle accidents in the United States each year, which averages out to more than 30,000 per day. The accidents that get the most attention are the ones that occur on the roadways, and for good reason. […]
Valuing a Human Life: What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Worth in Alabama?
/by M. Adam Jones & AssociatesLosing someone close to you is always heartbreaking, but when a loved one dies because of someone else’s negligent or reckless actions, it is even more difficult to take. And although no amount of money can make up for the untimely loss of a loved one, the best our legal system can do is provide […]
Does Distracted Driving Cause More Motorcycle Accidents?
/by M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLCStatistics indicate that the answer to this question is “yes”. For the past couple decades, fatalities from motorcycle accidents have been on the rise. During the 1990s, the average motorcycle accident fatality rate was under 3,000 per year. During the first decade of the new millennium, this number began to increase steadily, and in 2007, […]
5 Things to Do if You are in an Accident with a Commercial Vehicle
/by M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLCGetting into an accident with an 18-wheeler can be a devastating experience. Accidents between a commercial vehicle and a regular passenger vehicle typically do not go well for occupants of the passenger vehicle. Big rig trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds or more when they are fully loaded, and the sheer force of colliding […]
What Happens if I Miss the Statute of Limitations for my Car Accident Injury?
/by M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLCIf you were injured in an auto accident, one of the most important things you need to be aware of is the statute of limitations. “Statute of limitations” refers to the deadline you have to file a lawsuit against the person or party that caused your injury. In Alabama, the personal injury statute of limitations […]
Teen Drivers & Distractions: What you Need to Know
/by M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLCFor the past several years, distracted driving has been a growing problem in Alabama and throughout the country. As the use of smartphones has become mainstream, the need to “stay connected” has become a major distraction for many motorists. This is especially true among teenage drivers, who are very tech savvy and not always aware […]
Tactics used by Insurance Companies during an Injury Case
/by M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLCBeing injured in an accident is a traumatic and unsettling event. In the aftermath, it can be difficult to make sense of what is happening and what to expect next. During the insurance claims process, you will usually be dealing with the adjuster for the responsible party’s insurer. And because this is a new experience […]
What is my Personal Injury Claim Worth in Alabama?
/by M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLCAfter someone experiences a personal injury, one of the first things they usually want to know is, “how much is my claim worth?” Unfortunately, there is no simple and straightforward answer to this question. No two cases are exactly alike, and the value of your claim depends on a number of specific factors. To find […]
I Was Injured in a Motorcycle Accident without Wearing a Helmet, Can I still Recover Compensation?
/by M. Adam Jones & AssociatesMotorcycle accidents can result in some of the most serious and catastrophic injuries. This is why many states, including Alabama, have universal helmet laws. In Alabama, motorcyclists of all ages are required to wear a helmet that meets the state’s specifications; including the requirements that the helmet must contain a hard, exterior shell that is […]