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Welcome To Alabama's Best Personal Injury Lawyers

McCutcheon & Hamner, P.C.

Serving Florence, Huntsville, and Athens, Alabama

Never Settle For Less
When you’re hurt, life can fall apart fast. You can’t work. Bills pile up. Pain makes every day harder. That’s where we come in.

At McCutcheon & Hamner, P.C., we fight for Alabamians who’ve been hurt in car, truck, motorcycle wrecks, families who have unjustly lost someone.
But our practice doesn’t stop there as a full service Personal Injury Law firm we also handle slip and fall injuries, product defects, dog attacks, pedestrian and workplace accidents, and more.

We have offices in Florence, Huntsville, and Athens, and we’re proud to serve the people of our communities every day.

Over $500 Million Dollars Recovered For Our Clients

You Won't Find More Successful Car Accident Lawyers In North Alabama

Real Lawyers. Real Results.

We don’t run an assembly-line law firm. We listen. We explain. We fight. When you hire us, you get Tom or Joel on your side — not a call center or a junior assistant. Our firm has recovered millions of dollars for people hurt by someone else’s carelessness. We take every case seriously because we know it’s personal to you.

The Florence personal injury lawyers at McCutcheon & Hamner have handled tens of thousands of personal injury claims and have successfully recovered more than a billion in settlements and verdicts on behalf of our clients. We have also obtained the largest car accident verdicts in several counties. Our accomplished legal team brings a thorough knowledge of Alabama personal injury law to your case, along with formidable negotiation skills.

Whether you have been injured in an auto accident or injured on the job, our knowledge will give your case an advantage when dealing with responsible parties and their insurers. We also command strong litigation skills should your personal injury lawsuit require going to trial. Most personal injury cases settle outside of court, but our car accident attorneys are ready to apply aggressive representation in court should the insurance company refuse to offer a just and fair settlement. Contact us today for a free and confidential consultation, and let us show you what your case is really worth.

Our attorneys are serious about getting our clients justice from the beginning of our relationship to the conclusion of your case. We never let a trained insurance adjuster question an injured or unrehearsed client; doing so can damage your case from the start. We are here to provide you with the guidance and representation you need throughout all phases of your case. Let us take on the legal burden so you can focus on your recovery and move forward with your life, knowing that your claim or lawsuit rests with a proven personal injury law firm.

At McCutcheon & Hamner, we prepare every case as if it will go to trial. We thoroughly investigate and document all evidence to present your case from the strongest possible position. Many personal injury lawyers fail to put in this effort. We have learned that through meticulous preparation of all cases, we can obtain the most value for our clients in terms of compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost income, property damage, emotional trauma, and more.

Best Car Accident Lawyers In North Alabama

Thank You For Making Us Your Local Choice 18 Years In A Row!

Why Clients Choose McCutcheon & Hamner

Over 40 years of combined experience in Alabama personal injury law

  • Millions recovered for injured clients and their families
  • Three offices — Florence (main), Huntsville, and Athens — serving all North Alabama
  • Direct access to Tom or Joel throughout your case
  • No fee unless we win — guaranteed

We’re proud that many of our clients come from referrals — friends, family, and past clients who trust us to do right by them.

Local Lawyers. Local Roots.

  • Both Tom & Joel were born and raised in Alabama.
  • We know the roads, the courts, and the people who make up this community.
  • Our main office sits in Florence, but we’re growing our reach in Huntsville and Athens because folks there deserve strong local representation too.

We’ve built our name on honesty, hard work, and real results — one client at a time.

Florence, Alabama, is home to our first office, which serves the Florence-Muscle Shoals metropolitan and surrounding areas. It’s known for its deep musical roots and abundant outdoor pursuits. Unfortunately, like residents in any other US city, this picturesque Tennessee River community is not immune to accidents caused by someone else’s negligence.

Sustaining injuries in any accident can be a devastating experience, resulting in serious medical issues that require extensive treatments that can put you out of work for long periods while healthcare expenses skyrocket. In severe cases, accidents can cause catastrophic injuries, leading to permanent disabilities that are life-changing for you and your entire family.

After an accident, you may find yourself overwhelmed having to deal with short-term and long-term medical care involving hospitalization, surgery, outpatient care, rehabilitation, and other ongoing care. Dealing with tightfisted insurance companies to get just compensation can be too much for the average person. But you don’t have to go this alone. Having the experienced personal injury attorneys of McCutcheon & Hamner on your side can be a blessing. We will always treat you with the dignity and respect that you deserve. We go toe-to-toe with the insurance companies to pursue the maximum compensation you are entitled to.

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Joel Hamner

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Tom McCutcheon has over four decades of courtroom experience, earning a reputation for winning complex injury cases statewide.

Truck Accident Lawyer

Injured in a truck accident? Get the compensation you deserve. Our experienced Alabama truck accident lawyers are ready to fight for you.

Injured in a truck accident in Athens? Our experienced attorneys at McCutcheon & Hamner fight for justice and full compensation. Call now.

Injury victims need medical testimony to prove causation. Learn how doctors, not just records, determine the value of personal injury claims.

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Major Areas of Personal Injury Law
At McCutcheon & Hamner, we combine unmatched experience, proven results, and a relentless dedication to ensure you get the justice and compensation you deserve for your injury case.

Car Accidents

Our legal team specializes in securing maximum compensation for car accident victims, ensuring justice and support every step of the way.

Truck Accidents

Get the experienced legal representation you deserve for truck accident cases with McCutcheon & Hamner—fighting for maximum compensation.

Motorcycle Accidents

Our legal team specializes in securing maximum compensation for motorcycle accident victims, ensuring your rights are protected every step of the way.

Rideshare & Delivery

Our legal team specializes in rideshare & food delivery wrecks, we secure victims receive the compensation they deserve for injuries caused by negligence.

Catastrophic Injury

We provide compassionate and experienced legal representation for victims of catastrophic injury accidents, ensuring they receive the justice and compensation they deserve.

Pedestrian Accidents

We provide dedicated legal services for pedestrian accident cases, ensuring victims receive the compensation they deserve.

Premises Liability

We provide expert legal representation for premises liability accidents, ensuring victims receive the compensation they deserve.

Product Liability

We provide expert legal representation for victims of product liability accidents, ensuring you receive the justice and compensation you deserve.

Other Vehicle Accidents

We provide expert legal services for accidents involving boats, ATVs, Buses, golf carts, planes, and other vehicles.

Workplace Accidents

We provide expert legal representation for workplace accidents, ensuring injured workers receive the compensation and support they deserve.

Injury Types

We provide expert legal services for injury accidents, ensuring you receive the compensation and justice you deserve.

Personal Injury

Expert legal services for personal injury cases, ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve.

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Do I Need a Lawyer for My Personal Injury Claim?

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When you retain McCutcheon & Hamner, you can rest assured that all legal aspects of your case are handled by an experienced lawyer with your best interests at heart. We will build a strong case to help you get the financial recovery you and your family need and deserve.
Your Injury attorney will thoroughly examine the accident by reviewing the evidence in your case, including the accident report, medical records, accident scene photos, and eyewitness testimony, and in some cases, we will hire specialized third-party forensic investigators to rebuild an accident scene. A thorough investigation provides the evidence to argue our position to insurance companies and convince a jury if necessary. Full compensation will require a complete investigation.
Automobile accidents can be complex, especially if they result in catastrophic injuries or death. Our lawyers will identify all liable parties given the evidence in your case. For example, government agencies may be held liable for not properly maintaining roads, which could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. We might find that the trucking company is liable for hiring an inexperienced driver. In some cases, multiple parties may be at fault. We will work hard to identify them so you may seek just compensation for all of your losses.
Some of the best initial advice we can give injured victims is not to accept an offer from an insurance company without first talking with a highly experienced personal injury lawyer. Insurance companies are notorious for offering fast, inadequate settlements. These offers might seem great on paper, but they are not. Insurance companies hope victims will accept their offers before obtaining legal representation. Accepting the initial offer will likely leave money on the table. Money that you very well may need. You may require long-term care or cannot return to your line of work. These settlements have clauses that prevent you from going back and asking for more money should you need it. A good personal injury lawyer will consult with you, your family, and your doctor to determine the full impact your injuries will have on you and your family’s quality of life—both now and in the future. Only a personal injury lawyer with years of experience will be able to accurately determine the value of your claim.

Damages are the monetary losses sustained as a result of your injuries. Damages are usually divided into two categories—economic and non-economic.

Economic damages represent financial losses for which you can show an actual value, such as current accident-related medical bills, future medical costs, home modifications, mobility equipment, and property damage. If your injuries prevent you from working, you may be able to recover compensation for damages, such as lost wages and future income, if you cannot return to work in the same capacity.

Non-economic damages represent non-monetary losses, often described as pain and suffering. These damages are more subjective and, as a result, more difficult to value. You may be entitled to non-economic compensatory damages such as physical pain and discomfort, emotional distress, mental anguish/trauma, disfigurement/scarring, a decrease in quality of life, humiliation, disabilities, and permanent impairments. In Alabama, a spouse may also recover compensation for loss of consortium if the injured person cannot provide the same marital relationship to their partner as they did before the accident.

Since non-economic damages are more difficult to calculate, we usually rely on one of two methods to reach a value for your claim—the multiplier method or the per diem method. The multiplier method multiplies economic damages by a number between 1.5 and 5. The more severe the injuries, the higher the multiplier number. The per diem method is a daily value based on a daily rate, such as the injured person’s income.

Negotiation skills are one of the most significant assets an experienced attorney can bring to an accident claim. A seasoned lawyer is comfortable going head-to-head with insurers. Your attorney will reject the initial lowball offer and present evidence to support a demand for more accurate compensation. The insurance company will likely make a counteroffer. Your lawyer will negotiate with the insurance company until a fair settlement is reached. Some insurance companies refuse to play fair. In those circumstances, we recommend that you file a personal injury lawsuit seeking full financial recovery for your damages.
Suppose you decide to move forward with a personal injury lawsuit. In that case, your lawyer will file your case in civil court before the mandated deadline. Alabama’s statute of limitations for negligence-based personal injury lawsuits is two years from the date of the injury. You cannot recover compensation through Alabama’s court system if you miss this deadline. Roughly 95% of personal injury cases settle before they reach the courtroom. Insurance companies prefer to avoid going to court when possible. Trials are time-consuming and expensive, so insurance companies try to avoid them when possible. Sometimes, filing a lawsuit is enough to prompt an insurer to make a fair offer. Your lawyer will continue negotiating with the insurance company for a fair settlement. Should your injury case make it to the courtroom, our law firm will aggressively and professionally represent you and advocate for full compensation.
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We Are Alabama's Most Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers!
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Cases filed in Alabama’s State Judicial Information System typically reflect cases that are harder to win. The graph above shows that the partners at McCutcheon & Hamner don’t shy away from tough personal injury cases compared to widely-known law firms. On average, an attorney can help you recover 3 to 4 times the amount typically offered by insurance companies. On the other hand, the partners at McCutcheon & Hamner average 10 times more than the initial offer. While larger firms may have more public visibility, they often are just operating as leading generating services that pass cases off to cases to affiliate law firms or junior attorneys. When you choose McCutcheon & Hamner to handle your personal injury case, you can expect to work directly with either Joel Hamner or Thomas McCutcheon. We don’t rush cases to fast settlements. We’ll find every dollar available to help you get your life back on track. Our experienced trial lawyers only settle if it makes sense to you.
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