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Prattville Wrongful Death Attorney

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Our Prattville wrongful death attorney can help you and your family get justice if your loved one suffered fatal injuries caused by someone else’s negligence. Under Alabama law, only punitive damages are awarded in wrongful death cases. Recovering these damages can be challenging, though.

Working with the Prattville personal injury lawyer from the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown could help. Our wrongful death attorney has more than 30 years of experience handling similar cases. Learn more during your free consultation with our legal team. Contact us today to get started.

Our Prattville Wrongful Death Attorney Provides Personal Attention to Every Client

At the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown, we have secured settlements and verdicts worth $100 million+ for our clients over the last three decades. Our personal injury law firm believes in a client-first approach to handling every case. This is why we take on only a small number of cases at a time. We provide focused attention from start to finish.

Attorney Dwayne Brown develops a personal relationship with every client. He will get to know your family and learn how the loss of your loved one has affected you. You can expect him to check on you frequently and provide regular case updates. You will work with him as a team, fighting for justice.

You can trust our team with your case. Our attorney is a member of the following groups and lists:

  • Super Lawyers Rated
  • National Trial Lawyers Top 100
  • Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent
  • Multi-Million Dollar Advocate Forum
  • Million Dollar Advocate Forum

We handle each case based on contingency fees. You will not need to pay anything up front for us to provide the legal services and representation you need. Our costs and attorney’s fees come only from the money we recover for you.

PERSONAL INJURY DESERVES PERSONAL ATTENTION!

PERSONAL INJURY DESERVES PERSONAL ATTENTION!

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Our Prattville Wrongful Death Lawyer Knows How Alabama Wrongful Death Cases Work

A wrongful death occurs when someone dies from a negligent accident. This is when one party’s actions harm another. This is the same concept as a personal injury case. Fatal injuries can occur in many types of personal injury accidents, including:

  • Vehicle Accident Injuries: Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or internal bleeding
  • Truck Accident Injuries: Severe blunt force trauma, crushing injuries, and severe burns
  • Construction Accident Injuries: Fatal spinal injuries, traumatic brain injuries, or severe burns
  • Medical Malpractice Injuries: Surgical errors, misdiagnoses, or medication mistakes
  • Nursing Home Abuse Injuries: Neglect, falls, malnutrition, physical abuse
  • Premises Liability Injuries: Drowning, fatal electrocution, head trauma, or suffocation
  • Dog Bite Injuries: Deadly infections, excessive blood loss, or fatal injuries to the neck or head
  • Slip and Fall Injuries: Traumatic brain injuries, spinal fractures, or complications from broken bones, such as blood clots.

However, Alabama handles these cases somewhat differently. They only allow the personal representative of the deceased’s estate to file a wrongful death lawsuit and receive punitive damages in these cases. This process raises the burden of proof, and simply proving negligence caused their death is not enough.

Our attorney understands what it takes to secure compensation in these cases. Call us today about your family’s options if your loved one died due to someone else’s negligent behavior.

Alabama Law Only Awards Punitive Damages in Prattville Wrongful Death Cases

Alabama does not allow compensatory damages in wrongful death cases. Families cannot seek or secure compensation for their expenses and losses related to their loved one’s death. According to APJI 1128 Wrongful Death PL, Alabama juries can only award punitive damages in wrongful death cases.

Punitive damages are not meant to compensate the recipients for their financial or emotional losses. Instead, they penalize the at-fault party for their actions or inactions.

Every Alabama wrongful death lawsuit must go to trial so a jury can determine whether to award punitive damages. They also set the amount of the damages. A judge oversees the trial, but the jury awards all compensation. To this end, your case must convince the jurors that the party who hurt your loved one had committed a negligent action.

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Our Prattville Wrongful Death Attorney Gathers Clear and Convincing Evidence

Alabama law requires clear and convincing evidence to prove that the defendant’s actions were negligent. This is more challenging, but our Prattville wrongful death attorney knows how to meet this standard.

You can count on our team to:

  • Conduct a Thorough Investigation: We will investigate what happened, obtain official reports and records, seek video footage, and interview eyewitnesses.
  • Work With Experts: When necessary, we will work with medical experts, accident reconstruction specialists, industry experts, and others to support a strong case.
  • Look for Pattern of Negligent Conduct: Sometimes, we can uncover prior lawsuits, complaints, or citations that show a history of similar conduct.
  • Use Forensic Evidence: We know how to identify and gather evidence to support the case, including analyzing medical and autopsy records.

By gathering, analyzing, and strategically presenting evidence, our Alabama wrongful death lawyer develops a compelling case for punitive damages.

We work with the victim’s personal representative, also known as the executor of their estate, to prepare and file wrongful death actions. This is the only party allowed to sue for damages in most Alabama wrongful death cases.

Under AL Code § 6-5-410, we generally have two years from your loved one’s date of death to begin a lawsuit. However, we need to act quickly to build the strongest case possible. If you are the personal representative, reach out as soon as possible.

Discuss Your Loved One’s Prattville Wrongful Death With Our Team for Free

Our legal team from the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown offers free case reviews for families who lost a loved one in Prattville, AL. We can evaluate your options based on the information you share with us and explain how our Prattville wrongful death attorney can help.

Call us today to learn more.

Testimonials

My family and I met Attorney Dwayne Brown after the unfortunate accident involving my niece. Attorney Brown did an exceptional job representing my family. He was the consummate professional, and treated my family with the utmost dignity and respect. As a result of his representation, my family was able to achieve a substantial settlement in our case. Although we obviously did not get our loved back, we are prayerful that we met Attorney Brown. My family would highly recommend Attorney Brown to anyone in a similar situation.

Rafiq A.

An excellent and professional lawyer. He took on a car accident case on my behalf, worked with me from across the country, and was just as vigorous in his pursuit of justice on day 912 as he was on day 1.

Michael L.

Attorney Brown represent me on a case involving a motor vehicle. Another attorney indicated they could not help and I was recommended to attorney Brown by a well-respected member of my community. Attorney Brown resolved my case to my absolute satisfaction and did an excellent job. I highly recommend his services.

Nikia S.

Attorney Brown is simply the best! Very communicative, hard working and he puts his clients first. I'm a stickler when it comes to customer service and I got nothing but first class service!

Keitron G.

Attorney Brown is simply the best! Very communicative, hard working and he puts his clients first. I'm a stickler when it comes to customer service and I got nothing but first class service!

They were very good with helping with my case, they made sure I was well updated on everything involving my case and they are very nice people.

Gabby H.

I know Dwayne personally and have worked with him many times professionally. You won't find a more ethical, hardworking lawyer. He truly cares about his clients' welfare and getting them back on their feet, moving forward empowered.

Ryan R.

Case Results

  • $11,500,000

    Confidential resolution wherein the Law Office of Dwayne L Brown successfully recovered an eight-figure settlement for the family of an individual involved in an 18-wheeler wreck that occurred in the Atlanta Metro area.

  • $5,500,000

    Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown in collaboration with another law firm represented the children of a pedestrian struck by a delivery vehicle while working.

  • $3,000,000

    The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented a minor whose father was killed by a third-party commercial driver while working.

  • $3,000,000

    Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown helped to facilitated the resolution of a catastrophic wreck in the State of Ohio after 2 years of litigation.

  • $2,650,000

    The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented a family of a deceased armed services veteran who died in a tractor trailer collision as a result of improper road signage.

  • $2,100,000

    The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented the family of a deceased victim against a neurologist who failed to conduct a CT Head examination thereby resulting in a catastrophic injury.

  • $1,876,000

    The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented a truck driver who struck another truck driver who negligently operated his motor vehicle below the posted speed limit.

  • $1,750,000

    The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented the family of an infant who was injured at birth by an OB/GYN who failed to conduct an emergency c-section.

  • $1,343,237

    The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented a client who sustained several broken bones due to a car accident that occurred in Fulton County, Georgia.

  • $1,000,000

    The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented a minor whose father was killed while traveling to work when a commercial driver negligently failed to yield the right of way. The trucking company paid the maximum amount of available insurance.

  • $1,000,000

    Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented a driver who was injured when an emergency vehicle negligently impeded oncoming traffic resulting in a vehicle collision.

  • $550,000

    The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented a worker who sustained a herniated disc injury while working on a commercial vehicle

  • $535,000

    Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented a driver who was reared ended by another vehicle and sustained a neck injury.

  • $500,000

    Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully represented an uber driver who was struck by another vehicle and sustained a knee injury.

  • $450,000

    Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown successfully recovered on behalf of a client who sustained a concussion in an automobile collision.

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    Our Client Reviews

    Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown

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    Based on 50+ reviews

    Rafiq A.

    My family and I met Attorney Dwayne Brown after the unfortunate accident involving my niece. Attorney Brown did an exceptional job representing my family. He was the consummate professional, and treated my family with the utmost dignity and respect. As a result of his representation, my family was able to achieve a substantial settlement in our case. Although we obviously did not get our loved back, we are prayerful that we met Attorney Brown. My family would highly recommend Attorney Brown to anyone in a similar situation.

    Michael L.

    An excellent and professional lawyer. He took on a car accident case on my behalf, worked with me from across the country, and was just as vigorous in his pursuit of justice on day 912 as he was on day 1.

    Nikia S.

    Attorney Brown represent me on a case involving a motor vehicle. Another attorney indicated they could not help and I was recommended to attorney Brown by a well-respected member of my community. Attorney Brown resolved my case to my absolute satisfaction and did an excellent job. I highly recommend his services.

    Keitron G.

    Attorney Brown is simply the best! Very communicative, hard working and he puts his clients first. I'm a stickler when it comes to customer service and I got nothing but first class service!

    Gabby H.

    They were very good with helping with my case, they made sure I was well updated on everything involving my case and they are very nice people.

    Ryan R.

    I know Dwayne personally and have worked with him many times professionally. You won't find a more ethical, hardworking lawyer. He truly cares about his clients' welfare and getting them back on their feet, moving forward empowered.