- Criminal DefenseLuke is an associate in the Birmingham office of Morris Haynes, and is a native of Cherokee County, Alabama. Luke earned his Bachelor of Science from Union University in Jackson, Tennessee. After college, Luke earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law. While in law school, Luke was a member of the John A. Campbell Moot Court Board and the Criminal Law Moot Court Team. He also participated in the nationally ranked trial advocacy competition program.
- DUI/DWI
- Wrongful DeathMotor vehicle accidents involving large semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and other commercial vehicles tend to result in catastrophic injury and wrongful death. Victims who survive such accidents face immense physical, emotional, and financial challenges, ranging from permanent impairment or disability to massive medical bills to immeasurable pain and suffering.
- Traffic Violations
- FraudInsurance fraud occurs when an individual or insurance company engages in intentional deception for the purpose of financial gain. When insurance companies and agents wrongfully underpay claims, deny benefits, or delay payments, it is known as “insurance bad faith.”
- White Collar CrimesMr. Beck spends time defending public officials and other businessmen and women accused of white-collar crimes. He has defended officials from all levels of government, from County Commissioner to the office of Governor. George represents a variety of individuals accused of both violent and non-violent crimes.
- EmbezzlementThe former manager admitted embezzlement, falsifying financial statements, and deceiving management at Alabama Farmers Cooperative. Davis leased unneeded trucks from defendants and then hid leases from his own bosses. Defendants attempted to purchase Dixieland when deceptions were uncovered.
- MurderA wrongful death lawsuit is a civil claim, whereas homicide and murder cases are examples of criminal proceedings. These are two separate legal proceedings. In a criminal homicide or murder case, the prosecution seeks criminal penalties associated with the crime, such as jail time, a prison sentence, fines, court costs, etc. In a wrongful death lawsuit, however, the plaintiff (the person who brings the claim) seeks financial recovery on behalf of eligible individuals, such as the decedent’s spouse, children, or parents. In a criminal case, the defendant must be found guilty beyond reasonable doubt to be convicted; in a civil case, the defendant must only be found to be more likely than not to be at fault (otherwise known as “guilty by preponderance of the evidence†). This means that wrongful death lawsuits can sometimes be easier to prove than criminal cases. Note that criminal proceedings and a civil lawsuit may occur simultaneously, and the outcome of one case does not necessarily affect the other.
- Homicide
- Business DisputesBusiness litigation is the process of resolving legal disputes through negotiation or court. Some situations where business litigation is needed include shareholder disputes, contract disputes, fraudulent transfers, breach of contract, and corporation dissolutions.
- Property DamageOperator inattention. If someone has suffered injuries or property damage due to the inattention of another, they shouldn’t hesitate to contact professional boating accident attorneys.
- Personal InjuryWhen you’ve been injured in an accident or harmed due to the negligence of another, you have the right to seek fair financial compensation. By filing a personal injury claim, you can recover the monetary resources you need to obtain medical care, manage unexpected challenges, and get back on your feet.
- Medical MalpracticeMs. Hornsby began working with the Morris Haynes firm in 2004 and is a partner. Ms. Hornsby represents individuals who have been injured, wronged or killed in cases involving personal injury, product defects, trucking accidents, industrial accidents, legionella pneumonia, fraud, medical malpractice and wrongful death. She is licensed to practice law in Alabama and Georgia. Ms. Hornsby is a member of the Women Lawyers section of the Birmingham Bar and the Alabama Bar as well as the Alabama Association for Justice.
- Auto Accidents