What if I’m partially at fault for the accident – should I still get a lawyer?

July 9, 2026

Alabama follows a “pure contributory fault” doctrine, which may prevent you from recovering compensation if you are found to be partially negligent, even 1%. That said, you should still at least speak with an experienced auto accident attorney to assess your case and legal options. After having your case evaluated, you will know for sure whether or not you will be able to file a claim for damages.

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These recoveries and testimonials are not an indication of future results. Every case is different, and regardless of what friends, family, or other individuals may say about what a case is worth, each case must be evaluated on its own facts and circumstances as they apply to the law. The valuation of a case depends on the facts, the injuries, the jurisdiction, the venue, the witnesses, the parties, and the testimony, among other factors. Furthermore, no representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

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What if I’m partially at fault for the accident – should I still get a lawyer?

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