Personal Injury Attorneys in Huntsville, Alabama.
Accident & Injury Lawyers Serving Huntsville, Madison County, and North Alabama
A serious injury can upend your health, your income, and your family’s plans overnight. Johnston, Moore & Weston carries on a Huntsville legal tradition of more than 70 years, helping injured people 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.
What You Can Recover After an Injury in Alabama
Every case is different, but Alabama law allows injured people to pursue compensation for both financial losses and the personal toll of an injury.
Medical Expenses
Emergency care, surgery, therapy, medication, and future treatment.
Lost Wages & Earning Capacity
Income missed while recovering and reduced ability to work in the future.
Pain & Suffering
Physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Punitive Damages
Available in some cases involving wanton or intentional conduct, such as drunk driving.
Serving Injured People Across North Alabama
From our downtown Huntsville office, we represent accident victims throughout Madison County and the surrounding region.
- Huntsville
- Madison
- Decatur
- Athens
- Hampton Cove
- Meridianville
- Madison County
- Limestone County
- Morgan County
FEE
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.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle
Select your type of case to learn how Alabama law applies and how we can help.
Car Accidents
Rear-end, intersection, distracted driving, and hit-and-run crashes on Huntsville roads like Memorial Parkway and I-565.
Learn more →Truck & 18-Wheeler Accidents
Semis, delivery vans, buses, and company vehicles, with federal safety rules and larger insurance policies.
Learn more →Motorcycle Accidents
Crashes caused by distracted or careless drivers who fail to see riders.
Learn more →Drunk Driving Accidents
Claims against impaired drivers, where punitive damages may be available, even while the criminal case is pending.
Learn more →Pedestrian & Bicycle Accidents
Walkers and cyclists struck by drivers who fail to yield or pay attention.
Learn more →Uber & Lyft Accidents
Rideshare crashes in Decatur, Huntsville, and beyond, whether you were a passenger, another driver, or a pedestrian.
Learn more →Traumatic Brain Injuries
Concussions and TBIs that affect memory, work, and daily life, often long after the accident.
Learn more →Spinal Cord Injuries
Paralysis and spinal damage requiring lifetime care, plus lost earning capacity.
Learn more →Fatal Car Accidents
Holding at-fault drivers and companies accountable after a crash takes a loved one.
Learn more →Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
Bites that cause deep wounds, infection, nerve damage, and scarring, especially for children.
Learn more →Defective Products
Injuries caused by dangerous or negligently designed machines, vehicles, and consumer products.
Learn more →Nursing Home Abuse
Bedsores, falls, dehydration, and neglect of residents in Madison County facilities.
Learn more →Mold & Toxic Exposure
Illness caused by mold in rental homes, workplaces, and newly purchased homes.
Learn more →Wrongful Death
Helping families pursue justice after a loved one’s death caused by negligence.
Learn more →Workplace Injuries
Workers’ compensation benefits and third-party claims after on-the-job injuries.
Learn more →Insurance Claim Disputes
Denied or underpaid claims, including bad faith insurance conduct.
Learn more →
Have You Suffered a Life-Changing Injury?
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.
Injured? Talk to a Huntsville Personal Injury Lawyer Today
Free consultation. No attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you.
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?
If you are found even slightly at fault for the accident, even 1%, you may be barred from recovering any damages. 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?
Insurers know this rule well and try to shift even a small share of blame onto you. We gather the evidence and witnesses to show the other party was at fault, and we evaluate exceptions. For example, contributory negligence is not a defense when the other party acted wantonly. Learn more about Alabama personal injury laws.
The Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims in Alabama
Miss a deadline, and you can lose your right to compensation entirely. 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.
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 Your Personal Injury Case Forward
Every case is different, but we take the same careful steps in every case we accept.
Investigate
We visit the scene, photograph the evidence, and identify every insurance policy that may apply.
Document
We gather your medical records and, when needed, have them reviewed by medical professionals.
Negotiate
We send a detailed demand to the responsible parties and their insurers and negotiate for a fair settlement.
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.
Notable Results From Our Huntsville Personal Injury Law Firm
Recovered damages for a widow and her children after a truck driver violated D.O.T. regulations and caused a fatal crash.
$650,000 settlement for a worker injured by a negligently designed machine.
Recovered the full insurance limits for a motorcyclist injured by a distracted truck driver.
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?
We carry on a Huntsville legal tradition of more than 70 years, 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.
MEET OUR TEAM
256-533-5770
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.
