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Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
If you have been seriously injured by another’s negligence, you have the right to recover compensation. You need an experienced attorney who will recover your medical expenses, hospital bills, prescription expenses, chiropractic or therapy expenses, and lost wages, and who will maximize your recovery for pain and suffering.
While most claims are settled before trial, you should have an attorney who is willing and able to present your case to a jury, if necessary. Will Driscoll has jury trial experience in both state and federal court, and has more than 16 years of experience handling serious personal injury and wrongful death cases in Kentucky. We can help you with claims involving:
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Closed Head Injuries
- Spine Injuries
- Herniated Discs
- Fractures
- Hand Injuries
- Internal Injuries
- Other Bodily Injury
- PTSD
As specific rules and regulations apply to different industries, it is important for your attorney to be familiar with these rules and how they affect your case. We have experience handling claims against:
- Trucking Companies
- Insurance Companies
- Nursing Homes
- Personal Care Homes
- Hospitals
In Kentucky, there is a one year statute of limitations for personal injury cases (except cases covered by the No-Fault Act). That is, your claim must be settled, or your lawsuit must be filed within one year of the negligent act, or your right to recover will be lost. Claims arising from a car crash, motorcycle accident or truck wreck are covered by Kentucky No-Fault Act, and the statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of accident, or 2 years from the last PIP benefit paid (not to exceed 4 years).
Wrongful death cases must be filed within 2 years of the date of death, but no later than one year from the appointment of the executor or administrator in probate court. Unfortunately, Kentucky law does not allow recovery for “loss of enjoyment of life.” Damages in a wrongful death case are limited to the lost earning power of the decedent, funeral bills, plus personal injury damages incurred prior to death (pain and suffering, medical expenses, etc).
If you wish to discuss a personal injury or wrongful death claim, call Will Driscoll at (502) 587-5052 or toll free at 1-877-587-5052. Free initial consultation.
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