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Find Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Near You in Athens, AL
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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Athens, AL
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Showing 20 nursing home abuse lawyers in Athens, AL
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Mathews Law
117 S Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 290-0108 pilawal.com
Morris, King & Hodge, P.C.
211 S Jefferson St Front Office Suite A, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 573-4843 mkhlawyers.com
Edward L. Alley, P.C.
123 N Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 434-1096 alleylawfirm.com
John M. Totten, PC
105 S Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-2025 johntottenlaw.com
Daniel S. Pickens Law
300 W Green St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 434-1678 lawyerinathensal.com
Thigpen, Engelthaler & Pickens, Inc.
300 W Green St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-7772 thealabamalawyer.net
Latham Moffatt, P.C. Attorneys at Law
317 Market St W, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 397-5145 lathammoffatt.com
Stephen G Campbell PC
105 S Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-7354 sgc-law.com
Martinson & Beason Injury Lawyers
707 Hobbs St E Suite D, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 554-9560 martinsonandbeason.com
Totten Dan C
212 S Jefferson St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-1287
Dale Bryant, P.C.
100 B Washington St E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 434-7529
Russell S Ormstedt Attorney
15372 Greenfield Dr, Athens, AL 35613
(256) 262-9431 ormstedt.com
Crumbley-Blackwell-Price Attorneys
112 Market St W, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 539-4464 crumbleylaw.com
Harlan D. Mitchell, Legal Services LLC
213 S Jefferson St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 216-9884 harlanmitchell.com
Shipman & Associates, P.C.
218 Market St E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 277-9117 shipmanlaw.org
Lambert Law Firm LLC
112 Market St E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 431-4129
Sizemore Law Group
212 S Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 714-7701 sizemorelawgroup.com
Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC
102 S Jefferson St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-0202 handfirm.com
Hodges Trial Lawyers, P.C.
201 W Washington St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 539-3110 notanaccident.com
Michael Tease Law
Bryant Bank Second Floor, 286 US-31 Suite 202, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 871-6058 tease-law.com
Nursing home abuse lawyers in Athens, Alabama help families seek justice when elderly residents suffer neglect or mistreatment. Alabama law requires nursing homes to meet specific care standards under the Alabama Nursing Home Residents Bill of Rights. A local lawyer can guide you through filing a claim in Limestone County courts and pursue compensation for injuries or wrongful death.
What Does a Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer in Athens Cost?
Most nursing home abuse lawyers in Alabama work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless they win your case. Typical contingency fees range from 33% to 40% of the settlement or court award. Some lawyers charge a flat fee for initial consultations, which often cost between 0 and 300 dollars. Costs can vary based on case complexity and the amount of discovery required. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file a nursing home abuse lawsuit in Alabama?
In Alabama, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the date of injury. For wrongful death claims, the time limit is also two years. It is important to act quickly to preserve your legal rights.
What types of abuse are covered under Alabama law?
Alabama law covers physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of nursing home residents. The Alabama Department of Public Health investigates complaints and can revoke facility licenses for violations.
How do I prove nursing home abuse in Athens, Alabama?
Evidence may include medical records, photographs of injuries, witness statements, and facility inspection reports. An attorney can help gather this evidence and work with medical experts to show the facility failed to meet the standard of care required by Alabama regulations.
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