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Trusted Legal Advocates for Medical Malpractice & Catastrophic Injury Cases
Hare, Wynn, Newell & Newton has stood as a pillar of legal advocacy for over 135 years, dedicated to representing families during life's most challenging moments. Our firm specializes in complex litigation, including medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death cases, where we combine legal expertise with compassionate client support. With a team of seasoned attorneys, former judicial officers, and in-house medical professionals, we prepare and litigate cases that other firms often avoid due to their complexity. Our track record includes securing over $6 billion in settlements and verdicts since 2008, reflecting our commitment to achieving justice for clients nationwide. We pride ourselves on our deep understanding of medical law, innovative trial strategies, and unwavering dedication to client well-being.Our legacy includes pioneering contributions to personal injury law and systemic changes in healthcare and corporate practices. We operate with transparency, prioritizing client communication and personalized legal strategies tailored to each case's unique challenges. Our team's accolades include leadership roles in state and national legal organizations, underscoring our authority in high-stakes litigation. We measure success not only by financial recoveries but by the long-term impact we create for families and communities. This enduring commitment to excellence and client advocacy defines our century-plus legacy.
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 135 years of experience handling complex medical malpractice and injury cases.
- Our team includes former judicial officers and in-house medical professionals.
- We've secured over $6 billion in settlements and verdicts since 2008.
- We specialize in cases other firms avoid due to medical or legal complexity.
- Our attorneys hold leadership roles in state and national legal organizations.
What people say
Exceptional legal services
Dedicated team
Successful outcomes
Compassionate support
Expertise in medical law
Services
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice attorneys hold healthcare providers accountable for errors causing harm through misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, or birth injuries. We combine legal expertise with in-house medical professionals to build compelling cases. Clients receive compassionate representation while pursuing compensation for medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Wrongful Death
We represent families seeking justice for loved ones lost due to negligence, providing compassionate guidance through Alabama's legal process. Our team handles complex cases involving medical errors, accidents, or corporate wrongdoing. We pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, and emotional damages while advocating for systemic changes.
Class Actions
Our attorneys manage large-scale class actions against corporations for harmful practices affecting multiple victims. We have secured over $2 billion in settlements for clients in agricultural, environmental, and consumer protection cases. Our experience ensures efficient case management while maximizing individual recoveries.
Catastrophic Injury
We advocate for clients suffering life-altering injuries like spinal cord damage, brain trauma, or paralysis. Our team pursues compensation covering medical care, rehabilitation, and long-term support needs. We work with medical experts to document injury impacts and future care requirements.
Complex Litigation
Our firm handles intricate legal battles involving multiple parties, specialized regulations, and technical evidence. We have experience in mass torts, commercial disputes, and environmental clean-up cases. Our strategic approach combines legal innovation with resources to manage all aspects of complex litigation.
People
D. Leon Ashford
Attorney
Leon Ashford is a dedicated trial attorney with extensive experience in medical malpractice and catastrophic injury cases. He has successfully represented families in complex litigation, demonstrating both legal acumen and compassionate client support throughout the legal process.
Ashley Reitz Peinhardt
Attorney
Ashley Peinhardt specializes in medical malpractice litigation, focusing on cases involving surgical errors and birth injuries. Her client-centered approach combines thorough case preparation with empathetic representation, consistently achieving favorable outcomes for families during difficult times.
Christopher S. Randolph, Jr.
Attorney
Christopher Randolph brings decades of experience in complex litigation and appellate law to Hare, Wynn, Newell & Newton's team. His expertise in navigating intricate legal frameworks has contributed to numerous high-value settlements in mass tort and environmental cases across multiple states.
S. Shay Samples
Attorney
Shay Samples focuses on catastrophic injury cases, particularly those involving spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries. His background in handling complex medical evidence helps clients pursue comprehensive compensation for lifelong care and rehabilitation needs.
Monroe Thornton, III
Attorney
Monroe Thornton specializes in wrongful death litigation, representing families in cases involving medical negligence and fatal accidents. His compassionate advocacy combines legal expertise with personalized support during clients' most challenging times.
Questions
What areas of law does Hare Wynn specialize in?
We specialize in medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, complex litigation, and class action cases.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys collectively have hundreds of years of experience and have recovered billions for clients nationwide.
Do you handle cases outside Alabama?
Yes, we represent clients in complex cases across the United States.
What makes your firm different from others?
We combine legal expertise with in-house medical professionals and handle cases others avoid due to complexity.
How are attorney fees structured?
We work on contingency fees for most cases, meaning we only get paid if we win your case.
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