Drake Law Firm

PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS - Auto and Truck Accident Claim Attorneys - Free Consultation!

Birmingham personal injury lawyers with over 22 years experience handling auto accidents, trucking accidents, wrongful death, construction injuries, work injuries, product liability,etc.We have the necessary expertise and resources to guide you through the legal process.

Our practice area includes the entire State of Alabama. The founder of the firm, Whit Drake, has written numerous articles about personal injury topics and is a frequent speaker at legal seminars.

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Articles Written

Work Injuries and Negligent Third-Parties

Created On: 11/03/2010

Historically, a worker's compensation claim has been the only remedy for an employee injured in a work or construction accident. The compensation payable under Alabama's Worker's Compensation...

Tort Damages Recoverable in Personal Injury Cases

Created On: 10/27/2010

Tort damages are those damages that proximately flow from the commission of a civil wrong by one or more tortfeasors. Typically, we are referring to damages to the person, not property damages or injunctive...

Checklist for Semi-Truck or 18 Wheeler Accidents

Created On: 10/27/2010

You have just been in an accident with an 18-wheeler. Your car is totaled and you are recovering from your injuries. What next?  Below is a checklist of do’s and don’ts that may help you...

Medical Malpractice in Alabama: Practical Considerations from a Plaintiffs Perspective

Created On: 10/26/2010

Medical malpractice cases are extremely difficult, time-consuming and expensive. While we frequently hear about substantial verdicts against manufacturers, lending companies and trucking companies, it is rare to hear...

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Case History

Hill v. GM

Practice Area: Construction Injury

Description: Wrongful death case against General Motors for failing to properly illuminate an area behind their plant in Athens, Alabama. The injured contractor slammed into a trailer that was missing reflectors as required by DOT regs.

Outcome: $2.2 Million Dollar Verdict

Oliver v. Woodard

Practice Area: Personal Injury

Description: Medical malpractice case against hospital for negligence associated with complications causing left arm amputation

Outcome: $2.5 Million Verdict

Trippe v. Baptist Medical Center

Practice Area: Wrongful Death

Description: Wrongful death case against hospital.

Outcome: $1.2 Million Dollar Verdict

Owen v. Mississippi Trucking Company

Practice Area: Trucking Accident

Description: Personal injury claim for three Alabama passengers hit by negligent commercial truck driver.

Outcome: $3.1 Million Settlement

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• Experience
• Education
• Licenses
• Affiliations

G. Whit Drake, (Birmingham, AL)

Lead Partner, 1989 - 2010

Whit Drake has obtained numerous personal injury verdicts and settlements over a million dollars, including many high-profile cases that have made national news. He has set several records for sizeable verdicts in multiple counties across Alabama. Mr. Drake has been awarded the coveted AV Rating from Martendale-Hubbel.

University of Alabama School of Law, (Tuscaloosa, AL)

Juris Doctor, Law 1989

Alabama Bar Association (AL), 1989

Alabama Bar Association, 1989 - 2010

ATLA, 1989 - 2010

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Mr. Whit Drake

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Location : Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas: Auto Accident, Trucking Accident