Facing the unimaginable loss of a loved one due to another party’s negligent or intentional actions requires quality legal representation. Alabama law provides a path for families to seek justice and hold responsible parties accountable through wrongful death claims.
Contact Mezrano Alabama Injury Lawyers to schedule a free case review with a Mobile personal injury attorney who specializes in wrongful death cases. We become your compassionate confidant while guiding you through your legal options. We help families aggressively pursue compensation through strong negotiations and fierce litigation.
Trust Mezrano Alabama Injury Lawyers to Advocate for Your Loss
Our Mobile wrongful death lawyers possess over forty years of collective experience advocating for families who lost a loved one due to another person’s negligence in Mobile County and throughout Alabama. We understand the sensitive nature of these cases and provide an empathetic ear while carefully and compassionately developing a personalized legal strategy for surviving victims of wrongful death.
Our attorneys recognize that no amount of money can truly compensate for your loss, yet we believe those responsible must face accountability for their actions. We won’t let negligent or intentional wrongdoers escape responsibility for the harm they’ve caused your family. We fight relentlessly to ensure justice and maximum recovery for your family’s loss, standing by your side throughout the entire legal process.
Building a Strong Case for Your Family
We invest significant time comprehensively investigating and reconstructing the events that led to your loved one’s death. Our attorneys are proficient in conducting thorough investigations to identify all liable parties and establish clear patterns of negligence that contributed to your loss. We methodically gather, analyze, and present evidence to insurers and juries, including:
- Medical records and autopsy reports documenting the cause of death.
- Witness statements and expert testimony establishing liability.
- Police reports and accident reconstruction analyses.
- Video surveillance and photographic evidence from the scene.
- Employment records demonstrating lost earning capacity.
- Documentation of safety violations or previous incidents.
- Cell phone records and electronic data, when relevant.
Our ability to investigate thoroughly is essential to crafting a compelling case that brings negligence or misconduct to light. We work to demonstrate both the profound impact of your loss and the scope of the defendant’s responsibility, making sure judges, juries, and insurance companies understand not just the legal issues but also the very real human story behind your claim.
Who Can File a Mobile Wrongful Death Claim or Lawsuit?
In Mobile, Alabama, a wrongful death claim can only be filed by the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. The personal representative is usually a family member who manages the deceased’s estate and can be appointed by the court if not designated in a will.
However, Alabama Code § 6-5-391 allows for an exception: the parents of a minor child under 19 can file within the first six months after the child’s death before the right passes to the personal representative.
Compensation for Mobile Wrongful Death Cases
Under Alabama law, wrongful death cases are limited to seeking punitive damages. These damages serve a different purpose than traditional compensatory awards. They’re not meant to fill the financial void left by the deceased individual. Instead, punitive damages penalize the party at fault and discourage similar negligence in the future when wrongful death occurs, sending a powerful message that such conduct won’t be tolerated in our community.
Punitive Damages
Alabama’s intestacy laws ensure that punitive damages are distributed directly to the legal heirs so that the compensation serves its intended purpose of punishment and deterrence.
Unlike many states, Alabama does not cap punitive damages in wrongful death cases, as stated in Alabama Code § 6-11-21 (section j), which explicitly exempts wrongful death actions from punitive damage limitations that apply to other civil cases.
Alabama’s Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death
Time is critical when it comes to filing a wrongful death lawsuit. The state imposes a strict two-year statute of limitations from the date on which the person dies, which is non-negotiable and rigidly enforced by Alabama courts. Failing to file within this timeframe typically results in permanent loss of your right to seek justice through the legal system.
Egregious Conduct Leading to Punitive Damages
Certain behaviors demonstrate such disregard for human life that they warrant punitive damages awards in Mobile wrongful death cases. These egregious acts show a conscious disregard for the safety and well-being of others. Common offenses include the following:
- Texting while driving.
- Drunk or impaired driving.
- Reckless speeding or street racing.
- Intentional acts of violence causing death.
- Medical malpractice involving gross negligence.
- Defective products are sold despite known dangers.
- Workplace safety violations resulting in fatal injuries.
When defendants engage in such conduct, juries often award substantial punitive damages to reflect society’s condemnation of these actions. At Mezrano Alabama Injury Lawyers, our attorneys aggressively pursue maximum damages in cases involving such reckless behavior.
Mezrano Alabama Injury Lawyers Fights for Your Family
Our award-winning trial attorneys possess a profound understanding of Alabama law and leverage this knowledge to advocate effectively for grieving families. We are strong negotiators and litigators who know when to push for settlement and when to take cases to trial.
Our proven track record representing wrongful death claims throughout Mobile County demonstrates our ability to secure favorable outcomes for our clients. Our unwavering dedication to our clients and to achieving justice for your loved one drives everything we do at Mezrano Alabama Injury Lawyers.
Consult a Compassionate Mobile Wrongful Death Lawyer
Call Mezrano Alabama Injury Lawyers or reach out online to schedule your free consultation with a reputable Mobile wrongful death attorney who understands what you’re going through. We operate within contingency arrangements to avoid placing a financial burden on grieving families, ensuring you never pay anything unless we secure a settlement for your loss. Our compassionate team stands ready to help you navigate this challenging time while fighting for the justice and compensation your family deserves.
Areas We Proudly Serve
- Prichard (36610, 36612, 36613)
- Saraland (36571)
- Chickasaw (36611)
- Daphne (36526)
- Fairhope (36532, 36533)
- Spanish Fort (36527)
- Satsuma (36572)
- Theodore (36582)
- Bayou La Batre (36509)
- Citronelle (36522)
- Creola (36525)
- Mobile (36601, 36602, 36603, 36604, 36605, 36606, 36607, 36608, 36609, 36610, 36611, 36612, 36615, 36616, 36617, 36618, 36619)
