You deserve peace of mind on the road. You deserve safety. You deserve to be covered in the event of a crash. However, a negligent and uninsured driver can violate all these rights and put you in an unfortunate situation.
Alabama law requires all drivers to have auto insurance, but unfortunately, Alabama has a high rate of uninsured drivers. When an uninsured driver leaves you injured and financially strained, all might seem lost, but Blackwell Law Firm is here for people like you.
Our uninsured motorist accident attorneys have helped many people with injuries due to negligent drivers with no insurance or too little insurance. When you contact Blackwell Law Firm, you can speak with a compassionate lawyer who will work hard to earn you justice and proper medical care.
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Our Experienced Lawyers Are Here to Help with Your Motorist Accident Case
When you enter settlement negotiations or step into a courtroom, you need an uninsured car accident lawyer with experience, integrity, and knowledge of the Alabama court system. You need an attorney from Blackwell Law Firm.
Blackwell Law Firm’s award-winning attorneys have decades of legal experience. We are highly respected in our field, having been asked to teach legal seminars to other practicing attorneys. Jeffrey G. Blackwell and Jennifer L. McKown will fight tirelessly to protect your rights, focusing on your well-being above all else.
We prepare every case for trial, only settling out of court when it is in our client’s best interest. This commitment to earning you proper financial compensation has earned our firm recognition from SuperLawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and The Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
I can not express enough to you of how amazing Blackwell lawfirm is! From Patricia and Danielle to Me. Blackwell himself! They treat their clients in just going to say as close as they can like family. My case was handled very well and I’m satisfied with my outcome! Patricia is the heart of the program and you can truly tell that she loves what she does. I didn’t even look at reviews before I called Mr. Blackwell office little over 2.5 years ago but when I met him and he took my workers comp case at the beginning pro bono even if it didn’t turn into a case just so he could help me through the medical that I found out I would need I knew I had found the once in a lifetime attorney! Now he is humble when you tell him that every attorney in town says he is the best dang workers comp attorney in Alabama but I am here to tell you they all say it bc they know it. If you are reading this make an appointment even if you are questioning if you have a case or not he will let you know and you will love the team! Thank you Blackwell law firm once again!
Response from the owner:We are so thankful for the opportunity to help with your case. We also think Patricia and Danielle are amazing!!! They are so helpful with clients navigating the personal injury or work comp processes. From start to finish, we want to provide the advice and help that is needed while working non-stop for your maximum recovery possible. If you ever need anything, please let any of us know. We are always here for you!
Jeff is incredibly thorough, hardworking and honest. Patricia was so helpful throughout the process answering questions promptly and making me feel at ease. I highly recommend the Blackwell Law Firm!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great recommendation, Rob! We truly value your support and are thrilled that you had a smooth process with us.
I highly recommend Blackwell Law Firm. Jeff and his staff are friendly and very professional. My mom and I are very grateful for everything.
Thank you!! 🙂
Response from the owner:We are so happy we could help your mother after her injury. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with you and your mother's doctors to build the best case for her. We are here if you ever need anything! Thank you so much!
The case took years as most cases do, but Patricia was always trying to give updates. And if I had any questions she would always find out the answers, and go into great detail to explain each process and steps that were being taken. Jeff and his team will work their hearts out for you. I highly recommend them for your work comp suits.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the review! When you suffer a serious injury or disability at work, you deserve full work comp benefits. We know how unfair the system can be. That's why we work as hard as possible to recover the maximum benefits available. We want to win everything we can for our clients. We also want you to have the answers you need during each step of the process. I'm so happy we could help!
Excellent service, Danielle and Patricia are awesome. They get back to you fast and answer all your questions. Friendly team. Jeff cares about his clients. Would highly recommend..
Response from the owner:Kathy, thank you so much! We are so happy we could help with your case. We understand injuries and medical care are difficult issues. Our entire team is centered on providing answers, advice and advocacy to help and to obtain the best possible result for you. We focus exclusively on injury cases so we can provide the best possible help. Yes, Patricia and Danielle are great!
If you're wondering whether you need a personal injury lawyer—or you're just unsure who you want in your corner—give Jeff and his team, Danielle and Patricia, a call. They don’t treat you like just another client; they treat you like family.
They respond promptly to questions, often even after hours. The guidance and peace of mind they provide are incredible and virtually unheard of these days.
Response from the owner:Thank you for such a thoughtful review! At Blackwell Law Firm in Huntsville, our goal is to provide every client with personal attention, real answers, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing we are working hard in your corner! Danielle, Patricia, and I, are all grateful for the trust your wife Dawn and you placed in us. We focus on one thing -- Working hard for families across northern Alabama in personal injury, car accident, and work injury cases. We are so glad we could help!
I can't say enough good things about the people here. From the very beginning from the first phone call with Jeff they have gone to bat for me in everyway. And to Patricia and Danielle, thank you for all you've done. From listening to me cry to putting up with me ranting. And I can't say enough about their empathy. I can never thank them enough.<3
Response from the owner:We are so happy we could help with your case. We loved working with you! We know how stressful things can be following a serious injury. Our whole team is dedicated to helping build the best possible injury case for you. That's all we do. If you ever need anything, you know we are here for you. Thank you so much, Dawn.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much. Danielle and Patricia worked hard to help with your case. If we can ever help with anything else, give us a call.
What to Do After an Uninsured Motorist Accident in Huntsville
Safety should be your top concern after an accident. Inspect yourself and others for injury—if you and your passengers are not seriously injured, we recommend moving to a safe location away from the vehicle.
Call 911 in the event of injury, but do not move an injured passenger unless necessary. Moving a passenger with a spinal injury can injure them further.
Every accident should be reported to the police, especially accidents involving an uninsured driver. The police report may be important evidence for filing a claim or lawsuit.
Be sure to collect the uninsured driver’s contact information and vehicle information. You should also photograph the accident scene to strengthen your claim or lawsuit. Once you have collected ample information, contact your insurance company.
We advise you to seek medical care once you leave the crash site. A medical professional can identify hard-to-spot injuries, such as internal bleeding. Save a copy of your medical records—your bill can be reimbursed after a successful claim.
Uninsured Motorist Laws in Alabama
Alabama law requires all motorists to have liability insurance coverage, but unfortunately, not all motorists abide by the law. In some cases, a motorist may have coverage, but the coverage may be too bare-bones to compensate for your injuries.
Uninsured motorist law is complex and must be strictly followed for the injured person to receive an adequate settlement. Legal counsel from an uninsured car accident attorney at Blackwell Law Firm will make this process smooth and stress-free.
Every insurance company offers a specific type of coverage for crashes with an uninsured motorist called underinsured motorist coverage (UIM). We recommend opting in for this.
Here’s what you need to know about UIM coverage:
To receive UIM coverage, you must provide your insurance carrier reasonable notice that you were in a car accident and may be making a claim for your UIM benefits.
Also, you cannot settle with the other driver’s insurance carrier without first notifying your UIM insurance carrier of the proposed settlement and requesting its consent to the deal.
If you do not follow these procedures, you may lose any right to recover UIM benefits for your injuries and damages.
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Legal Options for Victims of an Uninsured Motorist
In a typical car accident, you file a claim with the negligent driver’s insurance company. But when you are in an accident with an uninsured driver, your options are narrowed.
Here’s what you can do after an accident with an uninsured driver:
- File an uninsured motorist claim if you have a UIM policy
- Evaluate whether a third party could have been responsible for the crash
- File a lawsuit against the other driver if they have the means to pay
- Contact an uninsured motorist accident attorney at Blackwell Law Firm
Our Lawyers Handle Uninsured Motorist Claims from Start to Finish
At Blackwell Law Firm, we believe in giving our clients options in the legal process. Our expert team conducts thorough research to determine the best possible paths to justice. Once we know the facts of your case, we get to work and prove the uninsured motorist’s negligence.
After we prove that the uninsured motorist is negligent, our years of negotiation and courtroom experience kick in. We set a valuation on how much compensation you deserve, and if the insurer refuses to meet this, we take them to court.
We prepare every case for the courtroom, ensuring you receive the best possible compensation for your injuries. We have extensive experience working with physicians and medical experts to document and explain your injuries so that we recover the maximum compensation possible for you. Our team has put forth winning arguments in Alabama circuit courts statewide as well as the Alabama Supreme Court.
Compensation in Uninsured Motorist Accident Claims
If you have UIM coverage, you can receive at least $25,000 for your injuries and perhaps more based on Alabama’s “stacking” law, which applies UIM coverage to multiple vehicles under the same policy.
Blackwell Law Firm can help you earn more than this, depending on our valuation of your damages. A successful uninsured motorist accident claim in Alabama can compensate you for the following:
- Medical expenses
- Property damage
- Lost wages and earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Lower quality of life
Common Challenges in Uninsured Motorist Claims
Filing a UIM claim can be difficult, but an attorney from Blackwell Law Firm can help you properly navigate this complex legal process. Here are some common challenges you may encounter when filing a UIM claim.
1) Limited Time
A UIM claim should typically be filed soon after the accident. An uninsured car accident lawyer can be sure that all the required documentation is submitted on time.
2) Policy Limits
Sometimes, UIM coverage is not enough to cover all your damages. The at-fault driver likely does not have the money to cover these, either. Blackwell Law Firm can win you the compensation you deserve.
3) Insurance Disputes
Your insurance company does not want to pay you what you are owed. When they push back, we push back even harder.
4) Subrogation
Sometimes, the victim’s insurer seeks to recover lost funds from the uninsured/negligent driver. This process is called subrogation. Subrogation complicates your UIM claim further and should be addressed by an experienced lawyer. An experienced lawyer knows how to best handle subrogation claims for your benefit.
Why Choose Blackwell Law Firm for Uninsured Motorist Accident Cases
Blackwell Law Firm is built around you. We are here to protect your rights and ensure you receive proper medical care. Unlike many big-name firms, we believe you deserve easy access to our lawyers. This is why we only accept a few cases at a time.
Other attorneys frequently refer clients and cases to our firm. We view this as an endorsement of the highest order. They know we aren’t afraid to fight for their clients in difficult situations, especially in the courtroom. They know we build each case for its maximum recovery.
Some lawyers hardly step foot in court, taking churn-and-burn settlements. This is unfair to people like you. You deserve a law firm that works hard to earn you maximum financial reward. Blackwell Law Firm is proud to be that firm. We have received a 10 out of 10 Avvo rating and recognition from various law organizations.
Contact Blackwell Law Firm for Help with Uninsured Motorist Accidents in Huntsville, AL
Blackwell Law Firm is your advocate on the road, in the hospital, and in the courtroom. Whereas insurance companies want to take advantage of you, we want to help. If you have been injured in an accident with an uninsured motorist, contact us today. We also assist with drunk driving and wrongful death cases. We focus all our work on personal injury because that is what you deserve.
From your initial consultation onward, we will give you the hard-working, compassionate legal help you need.
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