Lexington Car Accident Attorneys Ready To Help
The car accident lawyers at O’Brien Batten Kirtley & Coomer, PLLC, fight hard for the rights of those injured by the negligence of others and work to see that our clients are fully compensated for the damage which has been inflicted on them.
We can help with Kentucky’s complicated no-fault and fault-based auto insurance laws. Recovering compensation for a car accident in Kentucky can be complicated under the commonwealth’s no-fault insurance system. Our team of attorneys can help you understand the policy limits and coverage applicable to your case.
We Take On The Insurance Companies
Our team of experienced injury lawyers can represent you in negotiations or litigation against the other driver’s insurance company, or against your own carrier in an uninsured or underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) claim. Sadly, insurance companies simply do not deal fairly with people who are unrepresented by an attorney.
When you are represented by O’Brien Batten Kirtley & Coomer, PLLC, the insurance companies know that we are serious and have the resources, skills and experience needed to take your car wreck case to trial and all the way to a jury verdict. We have had a lot of success in our cases whether a settlement or trial in personal injury cases.
Insurance companies are much more likely to come to a reasonable settlement in order to avoid trial, and if a settlement cannot be reached, we are ready and able to take your case to court to get you the best result possible.
What To Do After A Car Accident In Kentucky
After a car accident in Kentucky, the first step is to seek medical attention. Those first hours after an accident are essential, and you need to get checked out medically first to make sure you are OK. Going to the doctor first creates is also the first legal step in your journey to recovery because it creates a medical record of your injury, which is key evidence in a claim.
Then, you will start the process to filing your potential lawsuit by calling us. The entire personal injury process is a complicated one that demands considerable attention to detail. It requires filing police reports, gathering evidence, speaking to witnesses and communicating with the insurance company.
If you try to handle all that on your own, you will find yourself in over your head and likely at a disadvantage in securing the compensation you need. Our personal injury lawyers know what to do and can walk you through each step.
Common Injuries Suffered In Car Accidents
If you’ve been in a minor car accident, you’ve had many of the minor injuries that come with an accident: bruises, cuts and neck strains. However, the accidents that you will have to fight to get compensation for will be the more major ones that keep you out of work and in the hospital for considerable time, due to injuries like:
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord and nerve damage
- Burns and avulsions
- Internal injuries
Your body can suffer a considerable and surprising amount of damage in an accident. However, the liable parties and their insurance company will always fight against giving you the care and compensation you deserve. A personal injury can help you fight back.
Contact Our Firm Today For A Free Consultation
From our office in Lexington, we serve auto injury clients throughout Kentucky. Call our office at 859-554-4727 to schedule a free consultation. You may also send us an email inquiry.