Birmingham Car Accident Lawyer
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Why Choose Our Birmingham Car Accident Lawyers
There are many reasons why Mezrano® Law Firm is the place to turn when you need a Birmingham car accident lawyer.
- With over 75 years of combined experience, our trial-ready attorneys are prepared to go the distance to fight for you.
- Our firm investigates every case as if it will go to trial, and we put our full resources towards building your claim, no matter how big or how small it is.
- We have the resources to conduct focus groups, launch full investigations, and employ the trial strategies other firms skip.
- We treat every case as an individual matter and not just another file.
To find out how we can help, contact our Birmingham car accident lawyers today online or via phone at 205-537-0112 for a free consultation.
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Proven Results for Birmingham Car Accident Claims
Mezrano® Law Firm has recovered millions in compensation for our clients, and you don’t have to take our word for it. Our case results show our long history of successes. We know that we win because we care, and our success is measured by impact, not just numbers.
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Types of Car Accidents We Handle in Birmingham
Mezrano® Law Firm helps with all types of car accident claims. Some of the most common cases we handle include:
- Rear-end collisions: These occur when one driver hits another from the back, and they’re often but not always the fault of the driver in the rear.
- Head-on accidents: These can be the most serious of all auto accidents because of the combined force when two cars strike each other directly.
- T-bone and intersection accidents: When drivers don’t follow traffic control signals or yield the right-of-way, one driver can hit the other from the side and form the shape of a T.
- Sideswipe crashes: These accidents often happen when a car departs from its lane when making a turn, swiping the side of the vehicles in the other lane.
- Rollover accidents: Top-heavy vehicles like commercial trucks, vans, and SUVs can roll over, especially when driven unsafely, including when drivers go too fast around a curve.
- Multi-vehicle pileups: Multi-car pileups involve multiple vehicles and create complex questions as to which drivers are liable for losses.
- Hit-and-run accidents: If a driver violates Alabama law and leaves the scene of a crash, this can force victims to recover compensation from their own insurer even if they weren’t at fault.
- Rideshare accidents: Accidents involving rideshare drivers create complexity because the rideshare company may have commercial insurance that provides coverage.
Where Car Accidents Frequently Occur in Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, is known for its busy roadways, but certain areas are higher risk than others due to increased traffic or road design issues. Here are some of the most dangerous roads where accidents occur with great frequency.
- Interstate 20, Interstate 65, and US Highway 280
- Red Mountain Expressway (US-31)
- Interstate 459 corridor
- Downtown intersections like 20th Street and 1st Avenue North, and University Boulevard and 18th Street near UAB
- Highway 280 corridor through Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills
- Airport Highway (US-78), especially near Chalkville Mountain Road
- Commercial areas near The Summit and Riverchase Galleria
Our Birmingham car accident attorneys are very familiar with roads throughout Jefferson County, as well as with local traffic safety laws. We can investigate accidents in these and other high-risk areas with a focus on common problems that cause collisions to occur.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Your Birmingham Car Accident
Mezrano® Law Firm will help you to prove fault in an auto accident. We understand Alabama’s contributory negligence rules, which require you to prove another driver is entirely to blame, and we will put our resources towards identifying those who could be responsible for hurting you.
Some of the parties that are most commonly at fault include:
- Other drivers: Drivers who engage in negligent behaviors, such as distracted or impaired driving, failure to yield, or speeding, can be liable for accidents that result.
- Employers: Employers may be liable for on-the-job accidents caused by the negligence or rule violations of their staff members. Companies that employ commercial drivers can also be liable if the company itself has negligent policies.
- Vehicle or parts manufacturers: Product liability laws can result in manufacturers being held responsible if an accident is caused, or made worse, by a problem with the vehicle or its parts.
- Government entities: Government entities can be held responsible for defective road design or poor road maintenance. However, there are strict requirements under Alabama Code § 11-93-2 that you must follow when suing the government.
- Bars and restaurants: Under Alabama’s Dram Shop Act, found in Code § 6-5-71, an establishment can be held liable for an accident if it overserves someone who is visibly intoxicated.
Compensation Available in a Birmingham Car Accident Claim
Our legal team fights for compensatory damages when you have been injured in a crash. There are different types of car accident compensation you may be entitled to recover, including payment for both economic and non-financial losses.
Economic damages include:
- Past medical expenses
- Future medical expenses
- Past lost wages
- Future lost wages
- Loss of earning capacity
- Property damage
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Rehabilitation costs
- Long-term care expenses
Non-economic damages include:
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
- Permanent injury or disability
- Disfigurement/scarring
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Aggravation of pre-existing conditions
- Loss of consortium when marital relations with a spouse are impacted.
Punitive damages may also be available to punish defendants in reckless conduct cases, including in DUI claims, while wrongful death damages may also be pursued under Alabama Code § 6-5-410 if your loved one is killed in an accident.
How Our Birmingham Car Accident Lawyers Fight For You
Insurance companies often use unfair tactics to minimize payouts and protect their bottom line rather than fully compensating accident victims.
These tactics can include making lowball offers or trying to use recorded statements to catch you making inconsistent claims. Our firm knows these tricks and handles all conversations with the insurer to protect you. Here’s how our firm helps throughout your claim:
- Free consultation: Our Birmingham car accident lawyers offer free consultations to evaluate your case and explain what we can do to help.
- Investigation and evidence gathering: We’ll gather police reports and medical testimony, interview witnesses, and connect you with accident reconstruction experts to build a strong claim. We have the resources to deeply investigate every case, no matter how big or small.
- Demand letters and negotiations: The wait time for a car accident settlement is usually shorter than the time it takes to go to trial, so we fight hard to get you a fair settlement offer. We know what your case is worth, will send a demand letter, and will bring our top-notch negotiating skills to the table.
Going to court: Our attorneys are trial-ready, and we prepare every case as if we are going to court. We’ll make sure we file your claim within the statute of limitations for car accident cases, and we’ll present compelling evidence to maximize your chances of a win.
Birmingham Car Accident FAQs
Still need to know more? Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions.
What Should I Do Immediately After a Car Accident in Birmingham?
After a car accident in Birmingham, it’s important to call the police and report the crash so the police can conduct an investigation.
You should also see a doctor to document your injuries. And, when possible, gather evidence and information from the crash scene, including witness and driver contact details and photos. Finally, contact a lawyer ASAP so you have an advocate who can help investigate your claim.
How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Claim in Alabama?
The statute of limitations for car accident claims is two years in Alabama. You must file your claim before the statute of limitations expires to avoid losing your chance to pursue justice.
What If I Was Partially at Fault for the Car Accident?
Contributory negligence rules in Alabama can prevent recovery if you were partly at fault. However, many technical details go into determining fault, so it can be helpful to get a free case evaluation if you believe the other driver was mostly, or even entirely, to blame.
How Is Pain and Suffering Calculated in Alabama?
A per diem or multiplier method is sometimes used by insurance companies to calculate pain and suffering in Alabama. A per diem approach involves paying a daily rate during your recovery period, while a multiplier method involves multiplying actual damages by a number (usually between 1.5 and 5), depending on injury severity.
How Long Does a Birmingham Car Accident Case Take to Resolve?
The timeline for resolving a Birmingham car accident case varies depending on many factors, including the strength of your evidence, the severity of your injuries, and whether your claim is resolved in or out of court. Our firm can help fight for a fair settlement, but we are also ready to take every case to trial.
What Does It Cost to Hire a Birmingham Car Accident Lawyer?
A Birmingham car accident lawyer at Mezrano® Law Firm will charge on a contingent-fee basis. This means you don’t pay any legal fees unless we win.
Contact a Birmingham Car Accident Lawyer Today
Contact a Birmingham car accident lawyer at Mezrano® Law Firm today for a free consultation. You can contact us online or give us a call at 205-537-0112 to talk to a trial-ready attorney who is here to support you in your fight for justice.
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