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Personal Injury And Wrongful Death

Personal Injury
And Wrongful Death

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If you have been seriously injured in an accident, or a member of your family has been seriously injured or killed in an accident, please contact our firm for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys to learn how we may help you.

No recovery, no fee*

Our firm takes personal injury and wrongful death cases on a contingency fee, which means that we do not charge an attorney fee unless you recover on your claim.* Please contact us today for a free consultation to learn how we may help you, or email one of the attorneys listed below.

Owensboro Automobile Accident Attorneys

Whether the accident involves automobiles or tractor-trailers, the weight and speed of these vehicles can cause serious injury or death in a collision. If you have been in an accident or a family member has been seriously injured or killed in an accident, you should contact our attorneys immediately so that we can begin the investigation necessary to gather the facts relevant to aggressively pursue your claim. The insurance company for the driver of the other vehicle or tractor-trailer will begin work immediately to investigate the claim, and you need the help of our experienced attorneys to do the same for you.

Owensboro Truck Accident Attorneys

Tractor–trailer accidents can cause devastating injuries and even death because these semi-trucks and 18-wheelers, as well as other large trucks, are so much larger and heavier than the usual family automobile. These cases can sometimes become complex because the tractor-trailer or semi-truck may have one or more owners, or the owner may have leased it to the driver or another company. Our lawyers are experienced in tractor-trailer litigation and can navigate this difficult area and work hard for you and your family to recover the compensation that you deserve from those who are responsible for the accident.

Owensboro Wrongful Death Attorneys

Nothing can be more devastating than losing a loved one in a fatal accident, be it an accident involving an automobile or tractor-trailer, or an accident at work. Not only must the family deal with the emotional stress that comes with such a tragedy, but they must also deal with the financial stress that may be caused with this loss. Our experienced attorneys can help you deal with all of these difficult issues and aggressively represent you in recovering the compensation that you are owed from the responsible parties for the accident. That compensation may include:

  • The medical expenses incurred by your loved one before death
  • Funeral and burial expenses
  • Loss of the future earnings your loved one would have earned
  • The loss of companionship of a spouse, parent or child.

While we understand this is a difficult time for a family faced with such a tragedy, you should call one of our experienced attorneys as soon as possible so that we can begin the necessary investigation and work to assist you.

Service Area

Our firm represents injured individuals throughout western Kentucky, including the following cities: Owensboro, Henderson, Madisonville, Greenville, Central City, Hartford, Beaver Dam, Hawesville, Morganfield, and Leitchfield, and including the following counties: Daviess County, Henderson County, Hopkins County, Muhlenberg County, McLean County, Ohio County, Hancock County, Webster County, Breckenridge County, and Union County.

*COURT COSTS AND CASE EXPENSES WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CLIENT

Frequently Asked Questions

If I am injured, what can I recover?

A person injured in an accident, or the survivors of a person killed in an accident, can recover what are called “damages.” Kentucky law specifies what can be recovered. The amount you can recover depends on how seriously you are injured, whether there is another party who is legally responsible for causing your injuries, and whether the responsible party has sufficient insurance or assets to compensate you for your injuries. In most cases, the value of your case depends on the following main factors:

  • Past medical bills
  • Future medical bills
  • Lost wages
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • In wrongful death cases, funeral expenses and destruction of the decedent’s power to earn money

There is no magic formula for determining the value of a case. It depends on the specific facts of each case. As your attorney, we attempt to gather all of the relevant evidence to assist you in determining the value of your case and advise you on the best steps you should take to successfully resolve your case.

What is your law firm’s fee in a personal injury or wrongful death case?

Sullivan Mountjoy, PSC takes personal injury and wrongful death cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that we only collect a fee if we obtain a money recovery for you. Our usual fee is one-third of what we recover for you. Pursuant to the Kentucky Rules of Professional Conduct, we will obtain a written contract with you that specifies our fee and how it is computed.

How soon after an accident should I contact an attorney?

You should speak with an attorney as soon as possible after your accident. Evidence can disappear and memory can fade over time. In addition, there are statutes of limitation that bar a lawsuit if it is not filed within a certain period of time after the accident, usually one or two years. Therefore, it is important to retain an attorney early in the case to make the necessary investigation to preserve and present your case.

Should I sign a release or other documents presented to me by insurance companies or my healthcare providers?

Before signing anything, you should contact an attorney to ensure you fully understand what you are signing and whether it is in your best interests to sign it. If you sign a release, you may lose your ability to bring a claim for any damages that you may sustain in the future. Insurance companies will often offer a settlement early in the case for a sum that does not fully compensate you because you have not yet recovered from your injuries.

What are PIP or no-fault benefits?

PIP benefits, also called no-fault benefits, are provided to you by your insurance company, to cover medical expenses or wage loss up to certain limits. Most people have $10,000 in available PIP benefits. By law, you may coordinate how these benefits are used so that you might use them to compensate you for lost wages instead of paying medical bills.

What is uninsured and underinsured motorist insurance?

Uninsured motorist coverage is insurance that you can purchase that will provide benefits to you if the driver of the vehicle that injured you does not have insurance. Underinsured motorist coverage is insurance that you can purchase that will provide benefits to you if the driver of the other vehicle does not have enough insurance to fully compensate you for your injuries. Our law firm helps it clients fully understand the insurance coverage available to them and how to maximize the coverage available to compensate them for their injuries.

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