Alabama Supreme Court Upholds Exclusive Remedy in Walmart Parking Lot Accident
In Duke v. Walmart, Inc., the Alabama Supreme Court affirmed that an employee struck by a tractor-trailer in a distribution center parking lot could not pursue a premises liability claim. Because the plaintiff had already accepted workers’ compensation benefits, the state’s “exclusive remedy” provision barred further civil action.
Federal Personal Injury Lawsuit Filed Against Home Depot
A new premises liability action, Bradford v. Home Depot, U.S.A., Inc., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, highlighting a trend of federal removals.
Construction Site Trip-and-Fall: “Open and Obvious” Doctrine
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled in favor of a general contractor regarding a retail renovation site incident. The Court determined that because caution tape and fluorescent paint were utilized, the hazard was legally “open and obvious,” relieving the defendant of liability.
Alabama Supreme Court Clarifies Statute of Limitations for Premises Security
In Ex parte Stonebridge, LLC, the Court established that a case is not “commenced” to satisfy the statute of limitations unless filed with a bona fide intent to serve the defendant immediately.
Alabama House Bill 80: Civil Immunity for Landlords During Evictions
Proposed legislation seeks to grant property owners full immunity from civil liability during the execution of an eviction. If enacted, this would block tenants from filing premises liability lawsuits for damages sustained during physical removal under a writ of possession.
Disclaimer: The premises liability summaries provided above are for informational purposes based on public news records available for Alabama (AL). The information provided is gathered from public news sources. It does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal guidance regarding an incident, please consult with a qualified professional.
