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Montgomery, AL · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Montgomery

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 Montgomery wrongful death lawyers

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

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    The Vance Law Firm Injury Lawyers

    4.91.1K Google reviews· Montgomery

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

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    94.9/100
    Call (334) 333-3333Google Maps
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    Stokes Stemle, LLC - Personal Injury Attorneys

    4.9175 Google reviews· Montgomery

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.5
    Score
    90.6/100
    Call (334) 316-4123Google Maps
  3. 3
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    Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys

    4.9315 Google reviews· Montgomery

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.5
    Score
    85.8/100
    Call (334) 212-0096Google Maps
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    Mezrano® Alabama Injury and Car Accident Lawyers

    5.097 Google reviews· Montgomery

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

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    84.1/100
    Call (334) 212-5270Google Maps
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    Dwayne L. Brown Personal Injury Lawyer

    5.075 Google reviews· Montgomery

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    83.7/100
    Call (334) 731-7608Google Maps
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    Wettermark Keith Personal Injury Lawyers

    4.8455 Google reviews· Montgomery

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

    Avg. map position
    6.0
    Score
    78.1/100
    Call (334) 366-9082Google Maps
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    Morris Bart Personal Injury Lawyers

    4.8283 Google reviews· Montgomery

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.0
    Score
    75.9/100
    Call (334) 523-0664Google Maps
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    Singleton Schreiber

    5.034 Google reviews· Montgomery

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.5
    Score
    73.8/100
    Call (334) 777-1314Google Maps
  9. 9
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    Belt, Bruner & Barnett Personal Injury Lawyers

    5.039 Google reviews· Montgomery

    Google Maps position: #13 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    11.0
    Score
    70.2/100
    Call (334) 550-4848Google Maps
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    Serious Injury Law Group

    5.077 Google reviews· Montgomery

    Google Maps position: #11 for "personal injury attorney", #13 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    12.0
    Score
    68.7/100
    Call (334) 440-8661Google 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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