Wrongful Death
If a wrongful death has happened due to the negligence of another or a company causes the death of a loved one, the family and the Estate of that person needs an experienced lawyer who can provide caring support, sound legal advice, and aggressive representation. There are several pitfalls when handling wrongful death cases in Alabama. Once must be well versed in the Alabama Statute of Limitations as well as probate law in the county where the loss occurred. In Alabama, the lawsuit must be initiated by the Personal Representative of the decedent’s estate. You must first file for an Administration in the county where the death occurred or decedent resided.
Families need an experienced attorney during this difficult time. Families will be dealing with anguish, medical bills, and funeral expenses. Distribution of any settlement or jury award is also handled through probate. Unlike most other actions, the individual who brings the action does not receive the money. Instead, the award must pass through the decedent’s estate through his or her heirs at law. As a result, the probate proceedings will remain active until the wrongful death claim is resolved.
