Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation for Complex Cases
For over 135 years, Hare, Wynn, Newell & Newton has stood as a beacon of justice for families facing life's most devastating moments. Founded in 1890, our firm pioneered the focus on representing injured individuals, a legacy that continues today through our unwavering commitment to civil litigation and plaintiff advocacy. Our team combines seasoned trial lawyers, appellate specialists, an in-house medical expert, and experienced paralegals to tackle complex cases that others avoid. With hundreds of years of collective legal experience, we have recovered billions of dollars for clients while driving systemic changes in corporate and medical practices.Recognized as one of Alabama's premier law firms, our attorneys include former Alabama Supreme Court justices, state bar presidents, and fellows of the American College of Trial Lawyers. We specialize in medical malpractice, birth injuries, catastrophic injuries, and complex litigation, handling cases across Alabama and nationwide. Our dedication to client care extends beyond legal representationwe provide compassionate counsel during difficult times while maintaining relentless advocacy in courtrooms. This dual focus on humanity and legal excellence has made us a trusted name in personal injury law for generations.
Services
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury
Catastrophic Injury
Complex Litigation
Class Actions
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death
Nursing Home Malpractice
Product Liability
Brain Injury
Highlights and features
- We have recovered over $6 billion in settlements and verdicts since 2008
- Our team includes former Alabama Supreme Court justices and state bar presidents
- We maintain an in-house medical expert for complex case analysis
- We focus exclusively on severe injury and wrongful death cases
- We handle cases across all 67 Alabama counties and nationwide
What people say
Exceptional legal services
Compassionate during difficult times
Professional and thorough
Amazing results
Cared about clients
Services
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice attorneys hold healthcare providers accountable for errors causing serious injuries. We handle complex cases involving surgical mistakes, misdiagnoses, and birth injuries. With an in-house medical expert and decades of experience, we've recovered over $230 million for clients in the past decade alone.
Birth Injury
We represent families affected by preventable birth injuries including cerebral palsy and Erbs palsy. Our attorneys work with medical specialists to prove negligence during labor and delivery. We pursue compensation for lifelong care needs while providing compassionate support during difficult times.
Catastrophic Injury
Our firm handles life-altering injuries like spinal cord damage and traumatic brain injuries. We calculate comprehensive compensation covering medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and lost earning potential. We've secured millions in verdicts for clients suffering permanent disabilities from accidents and medical negligence.
Complex Litigation
We manage high-stakes class actions and mass torts involving environmental contamination, pharmaceutical fraud, and consumer protection violations. Our team has secured billion-dollar settlements in agricultural and environmental cases through extensive discovery and expert witness preparation.
Wrongful Death
We help families pursue justice for loved ones lost to medical errors, defective products, and workplace accidents. Our attorneys handle complex legal proceedings while providing compassionate guidance through the grieving process. We've recovered millions in punitive damages for preventable fatalities.
People
Leon Ashford
Managing Partner
With over 50 years of experience, Leon Ashford specializes in medical malpractice and catastrophic injury cases. He has secured multiple eight-figure verdicts and serves as a national leader in plaintiffs' advocacy.
Shay Samples
Lead Trial Attorney
Recognized as Alabama's most experienced medical malpractice litigator, Shay Samples has won record-breaking verdicts in complex healthcare cases and serves as a mentor to emerging trial lawyers.
Ashley Peinhardt
Medical Malpractice Specialist
Focusing exclusively on medical negligence since 2010, Ashley Peinhardt has secured multimillion-dollar verdicts in birth injury and surgical error cases while speaking internationally on patient safety.
Justin Jones
Personal Injury Attorney
Bringing 15 years of rural Alabama legal experience, Justin Jones specializes in medical malpractice and product liability cases with a compassionate approach to client representation.
Jan Blackwell
In-House Medical Expert
As a former nurse practitioner, Jan Blackwell provides critical medical insights to strengthen complex cases, bridging legal strategy with healthcare expertise since joining in 2016.
Questions
Does Hare Wynn handle medical malpractice cases?
Yes, we specialize in medical malpractice cases involving misdiagnoses, surgical errors, and birth injuries with over $230 million recovered in the past decade.
What damages can I recover for wrongful death?
Under Alabama law, we pursue punitive damages for wrongful death cases based on the degree of negligence involved.
Do you handle cases outside Alabama?
While based in Alabama, we handle cases in Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, and other states through our multi-jurisdictional practice.
How long will my case take to resolve?
Case duration varies based on complexity and settlement willingness, with some resolving in a year and others taking several years.
What payment arrangements do you offer?
We work on contingency fees with no upfront costs - you only pay if we successfully recover compensation for you.
Can I file a lawsuit on behalf of a family member?
Yes, we assist personal representatives in filing wrongful death lawsuits and help families pursue justice for incapacitated loved ones.
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