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At Baskin Legal, we specialize in personal injury and wrongful death cases. Our services cover a wide range of legal issues, including car and truck accidents, nursing home negligence, and product liability. With a client-first approach, we are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Car and Truck Accidents
Nursing Home Negligence
I handle cases involving Alzheimer’s and dementia patients who suffer harm after being left unsupervised, including incidents of wandering and elopement that result in serious injury or death.
Products Liability
I investigate product failures, work with experts, and pursue claims against large corporations to get you the compensation you deserve.
Dram Shop Liability
I represent victims injured by intoxicated drivers and pursue claims against bars, restaurants, and other establishments that overserve alcohol.
Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith
I’ve spent years fighting insurance denials, delays, and underpayments—I know the tactics insurers use and how to hold them accountable.
Mass Torts
I handle mass tort cases where many people are harmed by the same product, drug, or toxic exposure, pursuing claims against those responsible.
About Drew - Straight Talk, Real Results
Andrew (“Drew”) Baskin is a dedicated trial attorney with over a decade of experience representing injured clients in personal injury and wrongful death matters, including high- profile and complex matters. Originally from small town Florence, Alabama, Drew grew up with three brothers in a household led by his father, a preacher, and was raised on the principles of honesty, hard work and doing what is right—even when it isn’t convenient. These values are the foundation of his legal practice and guide every client relationship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
My goal is to not only provide stellar legal representation, but also to educate you on how the law works to impact your individual case
Alabama Law
Florida Law
I've just been in an auto accident – what should I do?
1. Check for injuries, move to safety and call 911 if anyone is hurt.
2. Report the accident to the police and stay in a safe place at or around the scene.
3. Exchange insurance and information with other people involved.
4. Avoid admitting fault to others at the scene. Even well-meaning phrases such as "I'm sorry" or similar type apologies may be turned and used against you.
5. If able to do so safely, document the scene and take pictures of the vehicles involved.
6. Eyewitnesses – get contact information for any witnesses. Don't assume the police are going to identify all witnesses – I have seen many cases where eyewitnesses who were present either left the scene or were not identified in the police report.
7. Seek medical attention – even for minor injuries as some types of whiplash injuries get progressively worse over the next few days or weeks.
8. Get representation! You should be #Askin4Baskin to ensure your case is handled correctly from the outset! Statistics show that injured persons who retain an attorney receive settlements nearly 3.5 times higher than those without legal representation.
2. Report the accident to the police and stay in a safe place at or around the scene.
3. Exchange insurance and information with other people involved.
4. Avoid admitting fault to others at the scene. Even well-meaning phrases such as "I'm sorry" or similar type apologies may be turned and used against you.
5. If able to do so safely, document the scene and take pictures of the vehicles involved.
6. Eyewitnesses – get contact information for any witnesses. Don't assume the police are going to identify all witnesses – I have seen many cases where eyewitnesses who were present either left the scene or were not identified in the police report.
7. Seek medical attention – even for minor injuries as some types of whiplash injuries get progressively worse over the next few days or weeks.
8. Get representation! You should be #Askin4Baskin to ensure your case is handled correctly from the outset! Statistics show that injured persons who retain an attorney receive settlements nearly 3.5 times higher than those without legal representation.
What damages am I allowed to recover under Alabama personal injury law?
Alabama law allows victims of carelessness or negligence to recover:
• Medical Expenses – both past and future expenses and any related out-of-pocket expenses are able to be claimed;
• Lost income – lost wages resulting from an injury and inability to work are recoverable;
• Loss of future earning capacity / diminished work-life expectancy – these damages refer to your ability to earn income in the future which can be adversely affected by personal injury (example: guitarist whose injury results in the loss of an arm);
• Property damage – any property damage such as damage to your motor vehicle, costs of repairs and any related out-of-pocket expenses or diminution in value. Diminution in value is the difference between your vehicle's market value before an accident and its market value after repairs have been completed. Virtually every car suffers a diminution in resale value due to an accident history.
• Loss of use – The Alabama Supreme Court recently ruled that you can recover damages for a reasonable period of time you are without the use of your motor vehicle following an auto accident. Ex parte Alfa Mut. Ins. Co., SC-2024-0736 (Ala. Apr 25, 2025).
• Medical Expenses – both past and future expenses and any related out-of-pocket expenses are able to be claimed;
• Lost income – lost wages resulting from an injury and inability to work are recoverable;
• Loss of future earning capacity / diminished work-life expectancy – these damages refer to your ability to earn income in the future which can be adversely affected by personal injury (example: guitarist whose injury results in the loss of an arm);
• Property damage – any property damage such as damage to your motor vehicle, costs of repairs and any related out-of-pocket expenses or diminution in value. Diminution in value is the difference between your vehicle's market value before an accident and its market value after repairs have been completed. Virtually every car suffers a diminution in resale value due to an accident history.
• Loss of use – The Alabama Supreme Court recently ruled that you can recover damages for a reasonable period of time you are without the use of your motor vehicle following an auto accident. Ex parte Alfa Mut. Ins. Co., SC-2024-0736 (Ala. Apr 25, 2025).
How does fault impact my personal injury claim?
Alabama is one of a very few States that have not modernized their negligence laws and continue to follow the restrictive rule of contributory negligence. The rule of contributory negligence prevents one from obtaining any recovery whatsoever if there is any fault – even minimal – on your part following an accident. There are certain ways to maneuver around this restrictive rule such as proving who had the "last clear chance" to avoid an accident or proving that reckless behavior (i.e. wantonness) caused or contributed to an accident. As such, it is important to be #Askin4Baskin before you make any recorded statements or otherwise discuss the facts of the accident.
What is the Alabama Medical Liability Act and how does it impact my medical malpractice claim?
The Alabama Medical Liability Act imposes some of the nation's toughest rules on victims of medical malpractice. This Act imposes a higher burden of proof – requiring victims of medical negligence to prove their case by "substantial evidence." It also imposes complicated expert requirements which if not complied with, can lead to your case being dismissed. If you or a loved one have suffered harm due to medical malpractice it is imperative you contact an attorney so that your claim does not get dismissed for failure to comply with the Alabama Medical Liability Act's strict requirements.
Does the Alabama Medical Liability Act apply to my nursing home abuse claim?
Regretfully, Yes. The Alabama Supreme Court has determined that claims that flow from the care and treatment received at a nursing home are encompassed by the Alabama Medical Liability Act. Ex parte Northport Health Service, Inc., 682 So.2d 52 (Ala. 1996). This is particularly troublesome to victims of nursing home abuse as evidence of "prior similar incidents" of mistreatment of a patient in a nursing home will not be discoverable or otherwise admitted into evidence in these cases. Given these restrictions, it is important to be #Askin4Baskin if you or a loved one has been a victim of nursing home abuse.
I've just been in an auto accident – what should I do?
1. Check for injuries, move to safety and call 911 if anyone is hurt.
2. Report the accident to the police and stay in a safe place at or around the scene.
3. Exchange insurance and information with other people involved.
4. Avoid admitting fault to others at the scene. Even innocuous "I'm sorry" or similar type apologies may be turned and used against you.
5. If able to do so safely, document the scene and take pictures of the vehicles involved.
6. Eyewitnesses – get contact information for any witnesses. Don't assume the police are going to identify all witnesses – I have seen many cases where eyewitnesses who were present either left the scene or were not identified in the police report.
7. Seek medical attention – even for minor injuries as some types of whiplash injuries get progressively worse over the next few days or weeks.
8. Get representation! You should be #Askin4Baskin to ensure your case is handled correctly from the outset! Statistics show that injured persons who retain an attorney receive settlements nearly 3.5 times higher than those without legal representation.
2. Report the accident to the police and stay in a safe place at or around the scene.
3. Exchange insurance and information with other people involved.
4. Avoid admitting fault to others at the scene. Even innocuous "I'm sorry" or similar type apologies may be turned and used against you.
5. If able to do so safely, document the scene and take pictures of the vehicles involved.
6. Eyewitnesses – get contact information for any witnesses. Don't assume the police are going to identify all witnesses – I have seen many cases where eyewitnesses who were present either left the scene or were not identified in the police report.
7. Seek medical attention – even for minor injuries as some types of whiplash injuries get progressively worse over the next few days or weeks.
8. Get representation! You should be #Askin4Baskin to ensure your case is handled correctly from the outset! Statistics show that injured persons who retain an attorney receive settlements nearly 3.5 times higher than those without legal representation.
What damages does Florida law allow me to recover after a motor vehicle accident?
The damages you are able to recover under Florida law depend on the facts and circumstances of your accident. Generally, Florida law allows victims of an accident to recover:
• Medical Expenses for both past and future medical care that are related to the motor vehicle accident;
• Non-Economic Damages – these types of damages include pain and suffering, mental anguish, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment or diminished quality of life, scarring and disfigurement. To recover these types of damages under Florida law, you must first prove that you have suffered a permanent injury as a result of a motor vehicle accident. These limitations are contained in Florida Statute 627.737 and define permanent injury as: (a) Significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function; (b) Permanent injury within a reasonable degree of medical probability; (c) Significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement; (d) Death;
• Lost Wages due to inability to work in the future as a result of the motor vehicle accident;
• Loss of Earnings Capacity / Work-life expectancy, if a crash has negatively affected your ability to earn money in the future. (Example: a construction or other manual laborer with an injured neck/back as a result of a motor vehicle accident);
• Property damage for damage to your vehicle, diminution in value, and any damage to your personal belongings (example: iPhone damaged in crash);
• Loss of Use if you are unable to use your motor vehicle as a result of it being damaged and/or totaled as a result of a collision, you are entitled to recover "loss of use" for the number of days you have gone without your vehicle. Under Florida law, these particular damages are typically measured by the rental value of a comparable vehicle in your area. Note: Many individuals miss out on this relatively unknown element of damage under Florida law;
• Other out-of-pocket expenses reasonably related to the motor vehicle accident such as having to purchase items like a wheelchair or having to hire someone to do manual labor (example: mow the lawn) that you were previously able to do;
• Punitive Damages – sometimes referred to as "exemplary damages" and awarded in accidents where intentional misconduct or gross negligence (example: drunk driving) are proven, punitive damages may be awarded. These damages are awarded under principles of deterrence and are limited by the net worth of the offending person or business.
This is a comprehensive list, but it is important to be #Askin4Baskin to ensure you are compensated for all legally recoverable losses, applicable to your circumstances after a motor vehicle accident.
• Medical Expenses for both past and future medical care that are related to the motor vehicle accident;
• Non-Economic Damages – these types of damages include pain and suffering, mental anguish, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment or diminished quality of life, scarring and disfigurement. To recover these types of damages under Florida law, you must first prove that you have suffered a permanent injury as a result of a motor vehicle accident. These limitations are contained in Florida Statute 627.737 and define permanent injury as: (a) Significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function; (b) Permanent injury within a reasonable degree of medical probability; (c) Significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement; (d) Death;
• Lost Wages due to inability to work in the future as a result of the motor vehicle accident;
• Loss of Earnings Capacity / Work-life expectancy, if a crash has negatively affected your ability to earn money in the future. (Example: a construction or other manual laborer with an injured neck/back as a result of a motor vehicle accident);
• Property damage for damage to your vehicle, diminution in value, and any damage to your personal belongings (example: iPhone damaged in crash);
• Loss of Use if you are unable to use your motor vehicle as a result of it being damaged and/or totaled as a result of a collision, you are entitled to recover "loss of use" for the number of days you have gone without your vehicle. Under Florida law, these particular damages are typically measured by the rental value of a comparable vehicle in your area. Note: Many individuals miss out on this relatively unknown element of damage under Florida law;
• Other out-of-pocket expenses reasonably related to the motor vehicle accident such as having to purchase items like a wheelchair or having to hire someone to do manual labor (example: mow the lawn) that you were previously able to do;
• Punitive Damages – sometimes referred to as "exemplary damages" and awarded in accidents where intentional misconduct or gross negligence (example: drunk driving) are proven, punitive damages may be awarded. These damages are awarded under principles of deterrence and are limited by the net worth of the offending person or business.
This is a comprehensive list, but it is important to be #Askin4Baskin to ensure you are compensated for all legally recoverable losses, applicable to your circumstances after a motor vehicle accident.
I've heard that Florida is a "no-fault" State – What does that mean and how does it affect my motor vehicle accident case?
The term "no-fault" refers to the auto insurance statutory scheme our State Legislature has implemented. "No-fault" means that if you are injured in a motor vehicle accident, you are able to seek immediate medical treatment that is initially covered by your auto insurance carrier regardless if you were at fault or not. This auto insurance coverage is mandatory in Florida, every auto policy has it! This coverage is commonly referred to as Personal Injury Protection (PIP). PIP provides you with a limit of $10,000 made available to pay for your medical treatment and/or lost wages without regard to fault. You must seek medical treatment within 14 days or else you will forfeit your ability to claim this. This does not limit your ability to claim damages above and beyond that $10,000 limit.
How does fault affect my case?
Under Florida law, one or more individuals or entities may be responsible for negligently causing an injury. In such cases, each individual or entity is responsible for their proportion of "fault" also known as "negligence" and the total must equal 100%. Since 2023, Florida has adopted a modified comparative negligence scheme which limits your ability to recover any damages in a motor vehicle accident where you are found to be more than 50% at fault (aka "negligence"). Fault or negligence is typically assessed by a jury of 6 people after hearing arguments from all parties involved.
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