We Stand Up For Victims Of Medical Malpractice

Lexington Personal Injury Attorneys Protecting You At Every Step

If you have been in an accident or suffered an injury, it is possible that something or someone is at fault. Maybe a driver was distracted or a property owner knew about a dangerous condition on the property and did nothing about it.

The legal team at O’Brien Batten Kirtley & Coomer, PLLC, has over 100 years of combined experience pursuing claims and getting compensation for people across Kentucky. We’re known to be tough, experienced litigators in court, and attentive counselors to our clients. We know how to fight and we’re ready to get you the help you need to secure compensation.

Compassion And Advocacy

Our personal injury lawyers understand that you obviously didn’t choose to be injured, and you didn’t have a choice about incurring medical bills and other expenses as a result. We want you to know that we will advocate for you in order to alleviate your stress and hold people accountable for negligence.

In our personal injury practice, we represent clients throughout Kentucky in cases including:

Truck accidents, including crashes with coal trucks and wrecks caused by fatigue
Distracted driving
Commercial vehicle wrecks and crashes involving unsecured loads
Car accident claims
Motorcycle crashes
Dram shop liability
Product liability cases
Premises liability cases
Animal bites/dog bites
Catastrophic injuries like brain injuries and paralysis
Electric shock drowning
Wrongful death cases

We also provide some general information on our website if you want to learn more about what to do after a car accident.

At O’Brien Batten Kirtley & Coomer, PLLC, our attorneys have over 100 years of combined experience trying personal injury cases. We can help with any personal injury claim, including medical malpractice claims and nursing home cases.

Results You Can Trust In

If you are injured and you know the person who may be responsible, such as a neighbor or another community member, it can be uncomfortable thinking about bringing a claim. Our firm’s built a considerable reputation in the community for our service, here are a few of the excellent results we’ve had:

$11,100,000 – Jury verdict in a premises liability case later settled for a confidential amount
$3,900,000 – Settlement in motor vehicle collision case in which one person died and another person suffered serious personal injuries
$3,623,418 – Judgment obtained for wife and husband who suffered injuries when they were struck by intoxicated driver while walking
$3,500,000 – Settlement in premises liability case involving wrongful death of a minor child
$1,500,000 – Settlement in a car accident case in which a client suffered a traumatic brain injury
$700,000 – Settlement in premises liability case involving wrongful death of a young lady
$500,000 – Settlement for man who suffered orthopedic injury when the vehicle he was driving was struck by a dump truck
$350,000 – Settlement for a lady who was involved in a motor vehicle accident and did not seek treatment for a neck injury until a day later
$235,000 – Settlement in underinsured motorist case

With our attorneys’ depth of experience trying personal injury cases, we will always seek the maximum compensation for any personal injury claim.

Answering Your Questions About Personal Injury Claims

At O’Brien Batten Kirtley & Coomer, PLLC, our first duty is to answer your questions. To get you started, we provided answers to some common concerns below.

How will I handle my monthly expenses while injured?

Many clients choose to use their sick, vacation and other paid time off while they recover from their injuries. If these are exhausted, we can assist you with options such as the Family and Medical Leave Act, short-term disability or Social Security Disability benefits. When the case is closed, you will receive the compensation to cover these expenses. There are also state-run programs to help with finances.

Will I lose my home while I cannot work?

We can assist you to fight to keep your home. There are several possible options. The federal government can offer loan modifications. You can also contact your mortgage lender about the accident. They have solutions such as the Home Affordable Modification Program.

How will I afford food while I’m recovering?

Not having an income during a long recovery is a scary time. Kentucky offers programs for food and other essentials if you do not have insurance and cannot afford food during your injury recovery. Insurance, short-term and long-term disability through your employer can also assist during this time.

Who pays for medical expenses?

In many cases, you must pay the medical bills upfront or in a few months. We can help fight back if insurance agencies do not cover your bills. You will be able to reimburse yourself for medical expenses when the case is settled or won in court. Generally, most cases settle outside of court. Soon after the settlement, you will receive the monetary compensation ordered by the judge.

How will this injury affect my quality of life?

A catastrophic or lasting injury will change your quality of life. Seeing a victim’s frustrations and not being able to turn back the clock is one of the most challenging parts of our job. What we can do is fight for your future.

Throughout your case, we will utilize experts and medical professionals to gather accurate estimates on how your future quality of life may look. This information is used to determine the amount of compensation you are owed.

Financial compensation for pain and suffering will not give you your old life back, but we hope it can help make your life feel as “back to normal” as possible. If there is anything we can do to change your quality of life, do not hesitate to tell us during your case consultation.

Who will take care of me during my recovery?

Many clients choose to have their family care for them during recovery if their insurance policies allow for short-term caretaker leave. This often applies to immediate family members only. There are also nurses and in-home care options that you may have to pay for upfront. These types of services can be compensated for when the case concludes.

How much is my injury claim worth?

This can depend on many variables. The best way to have an estimate on your case is to schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys to review the case details. Typically, smaller injuries are compensated from $1,000 to $99,000, and catastrophic injuries receive $100,000 to millions of dollars.

Should I accept a settlement offer from my insurance company?

Typically the first offer from an insurance company is not one that you can put a lot of faith in. Insurers make it their business to accurately calculate the minimal amount a person will accept for a loss, and then offer that. Eventually, you may get a settlement that is worth taking, but the first one from the insurance company is rarely it.

How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Kentucky?

In Kentucky, you typically have one year to file a lawsuit for a general personal injury claim. The time will go a lot faster than you expect, so you want to make sure you have every piece of evidence and filing you can access. Or come to us. We can provide you with all the information you need to get started, and we can also take on the case for you and pursue the compensation you deserve.

No Obligation Free Initial Consultations

Across their 100 years of combined experience, our personal injury lawyers at O’Brien Batten Kirtley & Coomer, PLLC, have heard and answered every question from our clients, and now, we want to help you. Call our Lexington office at 859-554-4727 or send us an email to find out more information about our services. We look forward to hearing from you.