Huntsville Personal Injury Attorneys
Accident & Injury Lawyers Serving Madison County and North Alabama
A serious injury can upend your health, your income, and your family's plans overnight. For more than 70 years, Johnston Moore & Weston has helped injured people in Huntsville and across North Alabama hold careless drivers, companies, and property owners accountable.
Our personal injury team, including Christopher Weston, William H. Johnston, George Allen Moore, Bennett Driggers, and Allison K. Moody, handles your case directly. We investigate what happened, deal with the insurance companies, and pursue full compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.
You Pay No Attorney's Fees Unless We Recover Compensation for You
Your consultation is free, and we handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront attorney's fees to get started. Request your free consultation or call 256-533-5770.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle
- Car accidents: rear-end, intersection, distracted driving, rideshare, and hit-and-run crashes
- Truck and commercial vehicle accidents: semis, delivery vans, buses, and company vehicles
- Drunk driving accidents: claims against impaired drivers, where punitive damages may be available
- Dog bites and animal attacks
- Traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries
- Wrongful death: helping families after the loss of a loved one
- Workplace injuries and insurance claim disputes
Car, Truck & Drunk Driving Accidents
Vehicle crashes are the most common source of serious injuries we see in Huntsville, from rear-end collisions on Memorial Parkway to tractor-trailer wrecks on I-565. These cases often involve multiple insurance policies, disputed fault, and evidence that disappears quickly.
- Car accidents: We deal with the insurers and protect you from Alabama's harsh fault rules.
- Truck accidents: Commercial crashes involve federal safety rules, trucking companies, and larger policies, and they require fast action to preserve driver logs and vehicle data.
- Drunk driving accidents: Victims can pursue a civil claim even while the criminal case is pending.
Have You Suffered a Catastrophic Injury?
Let Our Huntsville Injury Law Firm Help
Catastrophic injuries change everything: your ability to work, your independence, and your family's future. These claims require a careful accounting of lifetime medical care, lost earning capacity, and the day-to-day impact of the injury, and insurers fight them hard.
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Injuries to children
- Amputations and loss of limb
- Disabling back and neck injuries
- Broken and shattered bones
- Severe burns and disfigurement
If an injury keeps you from returning to work, we can also help you explore Social Security disability benefits. If you lost a family member, our wrongful death attorneys can explain your family's options.
Dog Bite & Animal Attack Lawyers in Huntsville
Dog bites can cause deep wounds, infections, nerve damage, and lasting scars, especially for children. After an attack, get medical care right away, photograph your injuries, and get the owner's name and contact information if you can.
Our Huntsville dog bite lawyers help victims recover compensation for medical treatment, scarring, and emotional trauma, so you can focus on healing.
When the Insurance Company Won't Pay Fairly
Almost every injury case runs through an insurance company, and their goal is to pay as little as possible. We handle every conversation with adjusters for you. When an insurer denies or undervalues a valid claim, including your own auto, homeowner's, health, or disability policy, our insurance claim attorneys can challenge the decision. In some cases, an insurer's conduct may support a bad faith insurance claim.
Understanding Alabama's Strict Contributory Negligence Rule
Alabama is one of only a few states that still follows "contributory negligence," and it can decide whether you recover anything at all.
What Is Contributory Negligence?
Under this rule, if you are found even slightly at fault for the accident, even 1%, you may be barred from recovering any damages from the other party. A minor mistake on your part could prevent you from receiving anything for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
How Does It Affect Your Case?
Insurance companies know this rule well and will try to shift even a small share of the blame onto you. An experienced attorney gathers the evidence, interviews witnesses, and builds the case that the other party was at fault, and evaluates whether exceptions to the rule apply. Learn more about Alabama personal injury laws.
The Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims in Alabama
Alabama sets strict deadlines for filing a personal injury lawsuit. Miss the deadline, and you can lose your right to compensation entirely.
How Long Do You Have to File a Claim?
For most personal injury cases in Alabama, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the injury. That can pass quickly when you're focused on recovering.
Some exceptions apply. If the injured person is a minor, the deadline may be extended. Claims against a city must be presented within just six months, and other government claims have their own rules. Read more about Alabama's statute of limitations for car accident claims.
Why You Shouldn't Wait to Take Action
- Preserving evidence: Witness memories fade, and camera footage and vehicle data can be erased within days.
- Building a strong case: A thorough investigation takes time, and starting early improves your position.
- Protecting you from insurers: Once you hire us, adjusters deal with us, not you.
If you've been injured, don't delay. Contact Johnston Moore & Weston for a free consultation.
What to Expect at Your Free Consultation
We want you to feel comfortable from the moment you walk into our Huntsville office. If it's easier, we can meet you at home or in the hospital. We'll listen to what happened, review your documents, answer your questions, and give you an honest assessment of your claim, including telling you if we don't think you have a strong case.
If you have them, bring:
- Medical records and bills
- The police or accident report
- Insurance policies and letters
- Photos of the scene or your injuries
How We Move Forward in Personal Injury Cases
Every case is different, but we take the same careful steps in every case we accept.
1. Investigate
We visit the scene, photograph the evidence, and identify every insurance policy that may apply.
2. Document
We gather your medical records and, when needed, have them reviewed by medical professionals.
3. Negotiate
We send a detailed demand to the responsible parties and their insurers and negotiate for a fair settlement.
4. Litigate
If negotiation fails, we file a lawsuit and are prepared to take your case to trial.
No Recovery, No Attorney's Fee
We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, so you pay no attorney's fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Notable Cases at Our Personal Injury Law Firm in Huntsville
- Truck Accident Wrongful Death: Recovered damages for a widow and her children after a truck driver violated D.O.T. regulations and caused a fatal crash.
- Product Liability: $650,000 settlement for a worker injured by a negligently designed machine.
- Motorcycle Collision: Recovered the full insurance limits for a motorcyclist injured by a distracted truck driver.
- Capsized Boat Settlement: Confidential settlements for victims and survivors of an unseaworthy boat that capsized.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case. See more of our notable cases.
Personal Injury FAQs
How do I know if I have a personal injury case?
You may have a case if someone else's carelessness caused your injury and you suffered real losses, such as medical bills, missed work, or pain and suffering. Because Alabama's fault rules are so strict, the details matter. A free consultation is the fastest way to find out where you stand.
Can I recover anything if I was partly at fault?
Alabama's contributory negligence rule can bar recovery if you were even slightly at fault. But the insurance company's version of events isn't the final word, and exceptions can apply. Talk to a lawyer before assuming you have no case.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Alabama?
Generally, two years from the date of the injury. Claims against a city must be presented within six months, and other exceptions can shorten or extend the deadline. It's best to speak with a lawyer well before any deadline.
How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?
Your consultation is free, and we handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney's fees unless we recover compensation for you. We'll explain our fee agreement clearly before you decide to hire us.
What is my personal injury case worth?
It depends on the severity of your injuries, your current and future medical costs, lost income, how the injury affects your daily life, the available insurance, and the strength of the evidence. Be cautious about early settlement offers made before the full extent of your injuries is known.
Will my health insurance have to be repaid from my settlement?
Sometimes. Health insurers, hospitals, and government programs may have a right to be reimbursed from a settlement, known as a lien. We identify these claims early and work to resolve them so more of your recovery goes to you.
The insurance company called me. What should I say?
As little as possible until you've talked to a lawyer. You aren't required to give the other side's insurer a recorded statement, and quick settlement offers are often far less than a claim is worth. Once you hire us, we handle all communication with the insurance companies.
How long will my case take?
Some claims resolve in a few months; complex cases or those that go to trial can take a year or more. Settling too early, before your medical treatment is complete, can leave money on the table. We'll give you a realistic timeline based on your case.
Will I have to go to court?
Most personal injury cases settle without a trial. But insurers take claims more seriously when your lawyer is prepared to go to court, and we prepare every case with that in mind.
My family member was killed in an accident. What are our options?
Alabama allows a wrongful death claim to hold the responsible party accountable. These cases have their own rules and deadlines, so it's important to speak with an attorney early. Our wrongful death attorneys can walk your family through the process.
Still have questions? Ask a Huntsville personal injury lawyer or call 256-533-5770.
Why Choose Johnston Moore & Weston for Your Personal Injury Case?
For more than 70 years, Johnston Moore & Weston has represented injured people in Huntsville and North Alabama, and much of our work comes from referrals by past clients.
- Local knowledge: We're based in downtown Huntsville and know the local courts, judges, and insurers.
- Direct attorney attention: Experienced attorneys handle your case, and you can reach your legal team with questions.
- Trial-ready preparation: We build every case as if it's going to trial, which strengthens your negotiating position.
- No fee unless we recover: You pay no attorney's fees unless we obtain compensation for you.
We represent injured people in Huntsville, Madison, Decatur, Athens, and communities throughout Madison, Limestone, Morgan, and Marshall counties.
Talk to a Huntsville Personal Injury Attorney Today
If you or a loved one was hurt because of someone else's carelessness, don't face the insurance companies alone. Call 256-533-5770 or contact us online for a free consultation.
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120 Holmes Avenue Northeast, Suite 200
Huntsville, AL 35801-4830
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Johnston Moore & Weston represents individuals throughout North Alabama in communities such as Huntsville, Madison, Decatur, Birmingham, Cullman, Gadsden, Anniston, Scottsboro, Athens, Fort Payne, Albertville, Boaz, Guntersville, Stevenson, Rainsville, Arab, Hartselle, Russellville, Muscle Shoals, Florence, Sheffield, Bridgeport, and Moulton, as well as Madison County, Jackson County, Limestone County, Dekalb County, Marshall County, Morgan County, Cullman, Etowah, Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin and Lawrence County.
No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.
