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If you have experienced the loss of a loved one in Alabama due to someone’s harm or negligence, consult a wrongful death attorney promptly.Â
At TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we have an extensive network of Alabama wrongful death lawyers who are committed to providing support and seeking justice for the preventable and tragic death of a member of your family.
It costs absolutely nothing to see if you have a case
Having a lawyer from TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers’ legal network handling your wrongful death claim is helpful as they can support you in several key ways.
Filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Alabama is complex. You face a maze of intricate laws and procedures. These include the statutes of limitations, rules of evidence, and how damages are calculated and assessed. An experienced attorney is familiar with these complexities and knows how to manage them.
Proving liability requires investigation, preserving evidence, and understanding how to sufficiently prove negligence or misconduct.
To establish negligence, a lawyer must demonstrate that the responsible party had a duty of care towards the victim but failed to fulfill that duty. This failure led to the accident that resulted in the loss of your loved one’s life.
Often, insurance companies try to settle for lowball amounts. A skilled Alabama personal injury lawyer who is adept at negotiation can ensure that the family receives fairer compensation.
An attorney represents family members during a wrongful death claim but also handles various tasks and facilitates communications along the way. They also provide objective support during the grieving process.
When a wrongful death case arises, it brings about both financial implications and moral concerns. Engaging the services of a lawyer from TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers’ legal network ensures that these sensitive cases are handled effectively and with professionalism and determination.
Hiring an attorney helps create a more equitable playing field regarding legal matters and finances, especially when dealing with defendants like insurance companies or corporations.
If you need assistance with a wrongful death claim or lawsuit, TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers can help. We maintain a network of attorneys throughout Alabama who provide legal guidance and support.
While we have offices throughout the U.S., our Alabama office is conveniently located at 950 22nd St N #600, Birmingham, AL 35203. Feel free to reach out to us at (205) 539-0893Â anytime. We’re just off I-70 northeast of Legacy Arena.
Each state has its own set of regulations regarding wrongful death cases, including Alabama. These regulations determine whether you are eligible to file a claim. At TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers, the attorneys in our network are here to address your inquiries and assert your rights in wrongful death and personal injury cases.
Not every loss of life falls under the category of wrongful death according to Alabama law. In the Yellowhammer State, lawmakers define wrongful death as an act, omission, or negligence that would have resulted in a personal injury lawsuit if the deceased person had survived.
Common reasons for wrongful death claims can arise from situations such as car accidents, truck accidents, pedestrian accidents, motorcycle accidents, defective products, medical malpractice, criminal acts like murder or manslaughter, and other negligent, reckless, or deliberate actions.
In Alabama, only the personal representative of the deceased’s estate can initiate a wrongful death claim. If the victim was under 19 years old, the parents have a six-month window to file the lawsuit.
After that period, a personal representative must take on this responsibility. The representative has up to two years from the date of death to file the claim.
In cases where there is no will, the deceased’s family has 40 days from their loved one’s passing to request the appointment of a personal representative in probate court. If this deadline is missed, someone else may be appointed by the court as administrator of the estate.
In wrongful death cases in Alabama, plaintiffs are only entitled to receive punitive damages. They do not recover damages for compensatory expenses such as pain and suffering or funeral and burial costs. Punitive fines aim to penalize those at fault.
As a result, juries are instructed to grant an award in proportion to the defendant’s actions. There is no limit on the amount of the final compensation amount.
You have two options to receive compensation: either through the wrongdoer’s insurance company or directly from the defendant. This means you can seek a settlement from the guilty party’s insurance company for cases that involve homeowner claims, medical malpractice, auto insurance, or rental insurance coverage.
Following the rules of intestacy, litigators typically follow one of four guidelines when allocating the settlement money:
Never wait to reach out to an Alabama wrongful death attorney from TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers’ legal network regarding your wrongful death case. Feel free to contact us at (205) 539-0893 anytime.
Make the call today so we can help you find local representation to handle your case. A lawyer from our network can explain your rights and options and fight zealously on behalf of you and your family.
TopDog Law is a national marketing network that collaborates with James Helm, Helm Law Group, LLC, Licensed in AZ and PA, and other experienced local attorneys across the country, licensed in the states where they practice, combining our extensive resources and knowledge with their deep understanding of state-specific laws and regulations.
Helm Law Group, LLC maintains at least joint responsibility for each client file, and most cases are referred to TopDog Law’s network of attorneys across the country for principal responsibility. This strategic partnership allows us to provide you with the best of both worlds: the power and reach of a nationwide network of law firms, coupled with the personalized attention and local know-how of attorneys in your community.
With TopDog Law’s network of local attorneys on your side, you can rest assured that you have a tenacious, experienced team fighting tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation you deserve, regardless of your location.
TopDog Law is a national marketing network for law firms, including Helm Law Group, LLC, which license the TopDog Law name and separately operate in states where they are each licensed.  James Helm is licensed to practice in Arizona and Pennsylvania. Helm Law Group, LLC operates in Arizona.
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