Legal Question in Personal Injury in Alabama

Son Murdered

My son was killed on Jan.25,2003. He was hit by a car. There was no accident report filed only an incident report. I need to know what actions I can take to file a wrongful death case. Also, the investigator at the scene has not done his job what can I do about him? There was no statements taken from but, one person and that person was not an eyewitness. The person that hit him has a lot of influnce where I live and the State Troppers office has tried to cover this up. What can I do about this? Thank You for your time.


Asked on 10/25/04, 8:38 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Dennis Harmon Dennis Harmon

Re: Son Murdered

I'm sorry to hear of this. Terrible.

What needs to be done depends on more information. Do you think this was a murder, meaning someone intended to kill your son, or do you think it was an accident - a hit and run. Strategies depend on the facts. Could you tell us a bit more?

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Answered on 10/26/04, 11:38 am
Randal Ford Ford Firm

Re: Son Murdered

What you are probably looking at, assuming that you son was in no way responsible for his death, is an action against the driver of the automobile that struck him. If the other driver has insurance you may be able to collect that in addition to any insurance coverage (auto) that your son may have had on a car, OR, if he was still "on" or "covered" by your policy, he may also have a claim on any uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage.

As the other lawyers have told you - YOUR ARE FACING SERIOUS DEADLINES IN FILING YOUR POTENTIAL CASE OR CLAIM. YOU MUST ACT IMMEDIATELY TO HAVE AN ESTATE ESTABLISHED (Probate Court Action) AND THE CASE FILED BEFORE THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS RUNS (which will forever bar you from seeking any compensation).

You need to talk to a lawyer on the telephone this week. I encourage you to NOT delay in seeking legal representation (regardless of who you choose to help you).

It is a truly horrible thing to have lost a loved one in such a tragic manner. You are fortunate that you are able to cope with his death and still seek legal recourse. Good luck to you and your family in seeking justice. If you would like our assistance, feel free to call upon us.

Randal Ford

Tuscaloosa 205 / 759-3232

Birmingham 205 / 802-1349

Shelby County 205 / 678-0550

Montgomery 334 / 284-2424

Mobile 251 / 343-0022

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Answered on 10/26/04, 12:45 pm
Bobby Lott, Jr. Attorney at Law

Re: Son Murdered

Well, you have several issues going here. We need to talk in more detail about this. You only have until Jan of 2005 to file a wrongful death complaint, so we need to move quickly. Where are you located? I am in Birmingham, and have experience in these type cases.

If you like, call my office (collect if you need to) and we can discuss this. My fee would be a percentage of any recovery you obtained.

Thanks!

205 - 870 - 7744

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Answered on 10/26/04, 9:26 am


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