Prattville Wrongful Death Lawyer

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.

Our 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. Our Prattville attorneys have worked on cases involving fatal injuries caused by:

• 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 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 wrongful death case and Prattville attorney must convince the jurors that the party who hurt your loved one had committed a negligent action.

Our 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 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 Attorney for Free

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

Contact us today to learn more.