Car Accidents

Car Accident Lawyers in Birmingham, AL

Over 100 Years of Fighting For Your Compensation After a Car Accident Injury in Jefferson County

After a car accident injury in Birmingham, you may experience a range of emotions and physical symptoms. The specific feelings and symptoms will depend on the severity of the injury and your personal circumstances. Here are some common experiences that someone might have:

  • Physical pain: The most common symptom after a car accident injury is physical pain. This can range from minor aches and soreness to more severe injuries such as broken bones or spinal cord injuries.
  • Shock and disbelief: After a car accident, it's common to feel a sense of shock and disbelief. This can be particularly true if the accident was severe or resulted in serious injuries.
  • Anxiety and fear: Many people experience anxiety and fear after a car accident. This can be related to worries about their health and recovery, concerns about how the accident will impact their life, or fear of getting back behind the wheel.
  • Anger and frustration: Some people may feel anger and frustration after a car accident, especially if they feel that the accident was caused by someone else's negligence or recklessness.
  • Depression and sadness: It's not uncommon for individuals to experience feelings of depression and sadness after a car accident, particularly if they have sustained serious injuries or if the accident has had a significant impact on their life.

It's important to seek medical attention after a car accident injury in Birmingham, even if you don't feel injured immediately after the accident. You may experience delayed symptoms, and it's important to get an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan to aid your recovery. Additionally, seeking legal advice from an experienced personal injury attorney may help you navigate the legal and financial aspects of the accident and help you obtain the compensation you need to cover medical expenses and lost wages. 


Call our Birmingham car accident lawyers today at 205-900-7714 or contact us online.


What Damages are Available in a Car Accident Lawsuit?

The following damages may be recoverable if you or someone you love have been injured in a car accident due to negligence:

  • Insurance coverage for all your medical bills in the event of an accident
  • When you are unable to work full-time after an accident, you may lose employment, advancement opportunities, and job-related benefits.
  • Damages caused by the crash include physical pain, psychological suffering (such as PTSD), and loss of marriage or family cohesion.
  • In the event that the other party has acted in a negligent, reckless, or malicious manner, punitive damages can be charged to the other party as "punishment" fees
  • If an accident caused or directly led to a person's death, the surviving heirs could be granted compensation for their loss of support.
  • Potential Reckless Murder
  • Death Penalty

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  • White-Collar Crime & Elder Financial Abuse

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  • Distribution of a Controlled Substance

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