How much is my personal injury case worth?

Many people understandably want to know how much their case is worth, but it is impossible to determine the value of a claim without first reviewing the specific details involved. Numerous factors—such as the severity of your injuries, the cost of your medical bills, expenses related to property damage and repairs, your degree of liability (if any), the defendant’s available insurance coverage, and more—all play a role in the overall value of your claim. We recommend that you contact our personal injury lawyers at Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law and set up a free initial consultation. During this consultation, we can review the facts of your case and help you determine how much your claim could be worth.

What is the statute of limitations on personal injury cases in Alabama?

In Alabama, you only have two years to sue a liable party for personal injury damages. This means that you must file your lawsuit within two years of the date you were injured, with few exceptions. This only applies to personal injury lawsuits, not insurance claims. Your time to file an insurance claim may be even more limited, so it is important to act quickly after an accident or injury to protect your right to recover compensation.

Do I really need a personal injury lawyer?

The law does not require you to hire a personal injury attorney to pursue a claim; however, there are many advantages to working with an experienced legal team. Studies have shown that people who hire lawyers for personal injury cases often recover higher settlements in less time than those who handle cases on their own. An attorney can gather evidence, build a strong case, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent your interests at trial if necessary. Contact Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law to learn more.

How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?

Personal injury attorneys at Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no legal fees unless your attorney recovers compensation for you. Attorney fees are typically a percentage of the total recovery and are subject to applicable state law.

Alabama's Billion-Dollar Law FirmBlog2025WHAT TO DO AFTER A WRECK!

WHAT TO DO AFTER A WRECK!

Jul 31, 2025

By Morris Haynes Law

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It’s summer travel season, which means for many people it’s time to hit the road! An increase in traffic also means an increased risk of car accidents and vehicle wrecks. We’ve put together a list of our best tips should you find yourself in a car crash this summer. If you’ve been in an accident, call Morris Haynes today so you and your family can get back to enjoying your holiday!

Stay calm and make sure everyone is okay.

You should call 911 right away if anyone was injured or killed and have them come out to the scene of the accident. Tell them if any medical care is needed!

Remember it’s not your job to determine fault!

Leave that to the investigating officers

Call the police.

Tell the officer what happened. Ask for the name and badge number of all officers you engage with and request a copy of the police report for your insurance company.

Exchange information and take photos.

While the police will document the wreck, always take your own pictures of any damage from multiple angles.

Talk to witnesses.

Collect the names and contact information for any witnesses at the scene.

File an accident report.

Alabama law requires you to report any auto accident that results in bodily injury, death, or property damage more than $500 to the authorities within 30 days of the accident.

Report the accident to your insurance company.

Inform your car insurance company that an accident occurred. Generally, your insurer just needs some basic information about the accident to open a claim, including any pictures you took of the damage. Don’t talk to the other party’s insurance adjuster.

Call a lawyer if you were injured or had damage!
If you’ve been in an accident, call Morris Haynes today so you and your family can get back to enjoying your holiday!

Our experienced car accident attorneys at Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law can help you! We’ve recovered over a BILLION DOLLARS for our clients! Call (205) 324-4008 for a free consultation or to set up an appointment with our Birmingham or Alexander City office.

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