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Birmingham, AL · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Birmingham

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202622 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Birmingham wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Birmingham. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Alabama Personal Injury Lawyers, LLC

    5.0239 Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.5
    Score
    94.0/100
    Call (205) 855-2745Google Maps
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    Morris Bart Personal Injury Lawyers

    4.91.2K Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.0
    Score
    92.3/100
    Call (205) 380-4158Google Maps
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    Guster Law Firm, LLC

    4.91.9K Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.0
    Score
    87.4/100
    Call (205) 581-9777Google Maps
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    Collins Law, LLC

    5.0243 Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    85.2/100
    Call (205) 396-3400Google Maps
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    Belt, Bruner & Barnett Personal Injury Lawyers

    4.9185 Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.5
    Score
    80.3/100
    Call (659) 300-5233Google Maps
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    Wettermark Keith Personal Injury Lawyers

    4.82.2K Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    77.6/100
    Call (205) 809-7949Google Maps
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    Norris Injury Lawyers

    4.8926 Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #11 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.5
    Score
    76.5/100
    Call (800) 477-7510Google Maps
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    Farris, Riley & Pitt, LLP

    4.8499 Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.5
    Score
    71.6/100
    Call (205) 407-1808Google Maps
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    Hollis, Wright & Clay, P.C.

    4.8286 Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.0
    Score
    70.6/100
    Call (205) 557-5085Google Maps
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    Marsh, Rickard & Bryan

    4.988 Google reviews· Birmingham

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #12 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    11.0
    Score
    68.5/100
    Call (205) 927-0222Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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Alabama

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

2 years

For most injury claims (Ala. Code § 6-2-38).

Fault rule

Contributory negligence

If you are found even 1% at fault, you can be barred from recovering anything. This is one of the strictest rules in the country. (Alabama common law)

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Alabama?

In most cases, 2 years from the date of the injury (Ala. Code § 6-2-38). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Alabama?

If you are found even 1% at fault, you can be barred from recovering anything. This is one of the strictest rules in the country. (Alabama common law)

Is Alabama a no-fault car insurance state?

Alabama is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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