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If you’ve been hurt in a slip-and-fall accident or car accident, you’re probably feeling lost and unsure what to do next. You’re injured, maybe severely so, and worried about how you’ll pay for mounting medical bills.
Let RP Legal Group help. Our AL attorneys handle all personal injury cases, including auto accidents, dog bites, construction accidents, and premises liability incidents.
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Personal Injury Cases We Can Help With
Have you been hurt in a truck crash or an Uber accident? Our Alabama attorneys are here for you. We serve clients in:
- Montgomery
- Birmingham
- Huntsville
- Mobile
- Tuscaloosa
- And other cities throughout Alabama
Learn more about the types of cases we handle below.
Car Accidents
Alabama roads are jam-packed with drivers, and not all behave responsibly behind the wheel. Common causes of car accidents include:
- Distracted driving
- Failure to yield the right-of-way
- Mechanical problems
- Driving under the influence
Truck Accidents
Given the weight and size of commercial trucks, truck accidents are often much more severe than regular car accidents. They can also involve multiple parties. You may be able to hold the driver’s employer, the truck manufacturer, or the cargo loading company liable.
Rideshare Accidents
Uber and Lyft drivers are responsible for driving safely while ferrying passengers to their destinations. If your rideshare driver caused an accident due to negligence, we can help you hold them liable.
Pedestrian Accidents
Alabama has several walkable cities, and pedestrian accidents are sadly common in these places. If a careless driver hit you while you were crossing the street, contact us for help.
Slip-and-Fall Accidents
Property owners must keep their properties safe for visitors and customers. If you fell in a store, hotel, bank, or post office, you can recover damages from the property owner.
Causes of slip-and-fall accidents include:
- Spills
- A lack of warning signs
- Loose carpeting
- Damaged floors
- Poor lighting
Dog Bites
Even the friendliest dogs can snap and bite you without warning. Alabama law allows you to recover damages for dog bites if the owner knew their animal was potentially aggressive. Additionally, if the owner knew their dog was rabid, they are liable for twice the damages sustained.
Construction Accidents
Alabama law does not allow you to sue your employer if you had an accident while working at a construction site. This is because you can collect workers’ compensation benefits, which pay for medical bills and a part of your lost wages.
However, if a third party caused your construction accident (such as a property owner or contractor), you can make a claim against them.
Wrongful Death
If you lost a loved one in an accident, Alabama law allows you to recover damages in a wrongful death suit. You can seek compensation for funeral/burial expenses, the final medical bills of the deceased, lost wages, emotional anguish, and loss of companionship.
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How Can an Alabama Personal Injury Lawyer Help You?
After an accident, you stand to benefit from the guidance of an experienced Alabama personal injury lawyer. Here’s how your attorney can help:
- They can identify all liable parties, which may include truck drivers, property owners, dog owners, and construction companies.
- They can gather evidence to support your case. Depending on the accident, this evidence might include pictures of the accident scene, medical treatment records, video footage of the incident, witness statements, and accident reconstruction reports.
- They will explain the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim in Alabama. Alabama gives you two years from the date of the accident to make a claim (Title 6, Chapter 2, 6-2-38). If you don’t make a claim by then, you lose your right to recover damages.
- They can explain claim filing fees, which vary by district. For example, the Middle District of Alabama charges a $350 filing fee for civil suits.
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What To Do After a Personal Injury Accident
Here’s how to maximize your chances of winning a personal injury case:
- Preserve as much evidence as you can. Take photos of your injuries and the accident scene, gather witness statements, and keep copies of all medical treatment records.
- Seek medical attention even if you don’t appear to be injured.
- Do not discuss the accident on social media. Doing so can hurt your case if the insurance company finds your posts.
- Hire an attorney who is a member of the Alabama State Bar, such as our attorneys at RP Legal Group.
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If you want to hold a negligent property owner or driver liable for your injuries, reach out to an AL personal injury lawyer from RP Legal Group at (888) 340-7454.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What Damages Can You Recover for Personal Injury in Alabama?
In Alabama, recoverable damages for personal injury cases include medical expenses (past, current, and anticipated), lost wages, loss of earning potential, property damages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
What Is the Statute of Limitations on Personal Injury in Alabama?
The statute of limitations in Alabama is two years from the date of the accident. For claims against the government, the deadline is shorter. You have 12 months to make a claim against the county and six months to file a claim against the city government.
How Is a Personal Injury Claim Calculated?
Personal injury claim calculations are based on the severity and duration of your injuries, their impact on your work, medical expenses, and future care needs, among other factors.
How Long Do Alabama Insurance Companies Have To Settle a Claim?
Alabama insurance companies have 75 days to settle a claim once you’ve filed it. If the insurance company has passed the deadline, reach out to an Alabama personal injury lawyer.
For a free legal consultation with a Personal Injury lawyer serving your area, call 888-340-7454