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You need to depend on the skills of a top attorney – someone who can serve as your ally while filing a wrongful death claim when you lose someone you love due to the actions or negligence of another party. You need a Birmingham wrongful death attorney from TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers’ network to handle your claim and fight for the compensation you and your family deserve.
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If you’re facing this situation in Alabama, the compassionate attorneys in TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers’ network are here to guide you through the process of seeking justice and financial relief.
Wrongful death laws can be confusing. However, the lawyers in TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers’ network have experience in Alabama’s specific rules for wrongful death. We can connect you to personal injury lawyers in Birmingham who can provide a free case review so you’ll know what to expect going forward. They can assess your legal rights and work to help you obtain the compensation you justly deserve.
You’ll find us in Birmingham, Alabama, ready to discuss and review your wrongful death claim. Our address is 950 22nd Street North #600, Birmingham, AL 35203 – near Legacy Arena. We’re available 24/7 at (205) 539-0893.
In Alabama, not all deaths are legally considered wrongful. A wrongful death is when someone dies due to another’s harmful act, failure to act, or negligence. If the victim had lived, they would have filed a personal injury lawsuit instead.
Wrongful death cases often involve:
In Alabama, only the personal representative of the deceased’s estate can file a wrongful death claim. If the deceased is a minor, their parents have six months to sue. After that, or in other cases, the personal representative has two years from the death date to file.
The family has 40 days from the date of death to ask the probate court to appoint a personal representative. If they don’t, the court may choose someone else to administer the claim.
The damages awarded go directly to the deceased’s heirs if there’s no will. They aren’t subject to creditor claims.
Alabama wrongful death cases only award punitive damages. Therefore, the damages aim to punish the wrongdoer. They do not compensate for specific losses like medical bills or funeral costs. There’s no limit to these damages, and they can come from the wrongdoer’s insurance or directly from the at-fault party.
The settlement is typically divided among the deceased’s family according to these rules:
The lawyers in TopDog Law’s network will help by taking on the tasks necessary to comply with the filing deadline and determine fault. They are here to ensure you receive the support you need so you receive a fair and equitable settlement. Let’s look more in-depth at how an attorney can help.
Lawyers understand the intricate legal aspects of filing a wrongful death lawsuit and know what to include to support your filing.
They’ll investigate and prove the other party’s legal responsibility and how their oversight, negligence, or intent led to your loved one’s passing.
Attorneys are skilled in getting fair settlements from insurance companies. They know how to counter the tactics insurers use to reduce settlements.
Our network attorneys support and represent you, easing some of your burdens during a tough and emotionally difficult time.
To receive a settlement for punitive damages in a wrongful death claim, you must show clear and convincing proof that the defendant’s conduct was intentional, negligent, fraudulent, or malicious.
The attorneys in our network collect the supporting documentation that will build a strong and compelling case – a case that will support the settlement you deserve. The courts in Alabama look closely at the wrongdoer’s behavior in these claims. Therefore, your lawyer is committed to showing how the at-fault breached their obligation to respect the victim by showing reasonable care.
Some of the evidence your lawyer may use to build a case includes:
Essentially, any evidence clearly showing the defendant was aware of a likely danger but still disregarded the consequences can potentially support a claim for punitive damages. That’s why making a strong evidentiary case is important. Our network lawyers have experience in the wrongful death/personal injury field, enabling them to maximize settlement awards.
If you’re seeking legal help for a wrongful death case in Birmingham, Alabama, look to TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers. We maintain a network of highly experienced, qualified attorneys throughout Alabama who can serve as your go-to source for maximizing your settlement amount.
To ensure you receive a higher payout, our network attorneys are dedicated to:
While no amount of money brings back a lost loved one, relying on a competent attorney levels the legal playing field – giving the proper closure to grieving families. This kind of advocacy makes a big difference at a vulnerable and emotionally distressing time.
Know and assert your legal rights for submitting a wrongful death claim in Birmingham, Alabama.
Contact TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers to have your case reviewed. We can connect you with a wrongful death lawyer in your area to explain more about how the legal process works in wrongful death cases. Call us anytime in Birmingham, Alabama, at (205) 539-0893.
Address: 950 22nd St N #600,
Birmingham, AL 35203
Phone: (205) 539-0893
TopDog Law is a national marketing network that collaborates with James Helm, Helm Law Group, LLC, 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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