The Outlawyer® has experience with cases involving drunk driving car accidents in Huntsville and understands that the days after a wreck can feel disjointed. Medical appointments stack up. Your injuries prevent you from working. Insurance calls come quickly and often before you have had time to understand what happened. An auto accident attorney can step in to manage those early pressures, preserve important details, and help you make sense of next steps without pushing promises or rushing decisions.
Choosing a private firm can also bring a sense of steadiness. The Outlawyer® stands out with a look that is confident and independent, but the work itself stays grounded and professional. Matt’s focus is on preparation and clarity, and he refuses to let someone else’s reckless decision dictate your future.
A drunk driving arrest and an injury case have different processes, since one is criminal and the other is civil. They can intersect, but they serve different purposes and follow different rules.
The criminal charge usually falls under Alabama Code § 32-5A-191. An injury claim focuses on negligence and, in some cases, wantonness. That difference matters. The state follows contributory negligence, which insurers often raise to argue that an injured person shared fault. Allegations of wanton conduct can change how insurers evaluate responsibility.
When investigating automobile collisions in Huntsville caused by someone driving under the influence of alcohol, The Outlawyer® also looks beyond the driver in certain situations. Alabama’s Dram Shop Act under Alabama Code § 6-5-71 allows limited claims against alcohol providers that knowingly served a visibly intoxicated person in violation of law. These claims depend heavily on timing, witness accounts, and documentation, which is why early review of the facts often shapes the direction of the case.
The law does not limit responsibility in these cases to one person. Each situation depends on its specific facts, but investigations may involve multiple parties and often examine:
Careful review helps keep a claim from drifting off course. Matt’s approach to drunk driving car wreck injury claims in Huntsville usually ties medical records, witness statements, and financial losses together in a way that fits state procedure and deadlines. In most cases, claimants must file injury lawsuits within two years under Alabama Code § 6-2-38, and delays can make evidence harder to secure.
If you are recovering from your injuries, having a plan will ease some of the daily strain. Having a lawyer who provides clear communication, organized records, and realistic expectations will make pursuing drunk driving car accidents in Huntsville feel more manageable.
With the Outlawyer®, you get straight answers, a thoughtful strategy, and a legal advocate who takes the work seriously. If you want to talk through your situation, reach out to Matt today.