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Logan County
CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS
For fifty years, Flora Templeton Stuart personal injury lawyers have secured maximum compensation for our clients, collecting millions in personal injury claims. We’re available around the clock, including weekends, to provide free consultations and travel when our clients cannot come to us.
Our personal injury attorneys put our clients first, every day. We promise to treat every client with compassion, respect, and kindness. The reason we achieve the results we do is that we build our cases with excellent medical referrals and thorough investigations while our top attorneys negotiate with the insurance companies who know we mean business. If you have been injured in an accident call us for a free case evaluation.
Steps We Take To Get You A Top Settlement
Call Us 7 Days A Week, Even On Weekends At (888) 782-9090
Flora meets with her clients to make sure they get the medical treatment they need and the settlement they deserve.
We travel to our injured clients when they cannot travel to us.
Our team of investigators will be on the scene immediately for our clients injured in semi-truck accidents.
“We Have Recovered Millions of Dollars for Our Clients”
“I could call and talk to Flora… her staff was great. I never had to worry. They would always ease my tension”.
“She made sure my medical expenses were taken care of… that I had a great medical team to help me heal”.
“It was like talking to your family. My wife and I both grinned… we never had to worry after that”.
A young mother was struck by a delivery truck on the highway and sustained a severe head injury. She was heliflighted to Vanderbilt Hospital where she passed away, leaving a young child. We met with the family at the hospital so we could begin working on the case immediately and get our investigators to the scene.
The delivery truck company denied liability and after two years of mediation with depositions and expert witnesses we recovered $1.4 million for our client’s family. We were able to set up a college fund for her child with lifetime income for her husband. While no amount of money can bring a loved one back, this resolution did provide closure for the family.
What We Will Do For You in a Car Accident or Injury Claim
After you or a loved one is injured in an accident, Flora Templeton Stuart and her team begin working on your case immediately.
- Investigate the scene immediately to preserve evidence and get witness’s statements
- Refer you to excellent doctors
- Reserve your PIP insurance benefits to pay your lost wages and medical bills
- We handle all communications with the insurance company
- Negotiate to win your case and get you a top settlement
We are local and we care. We have offices across Kentucky and Tennessee and can travel to you if you cannot come to us.
Logan County Personal Injury Lawyers
Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers have been helping the seriously injured in Logan County and Logan County since 1976. Today, we are close by to support Logan County clients with the opening of our newest office located in downtown Logan County.
As a personal injury firm, we handle all types of injuries caused by the negligence of another. Our team will immediately travel to our clients at their homes or in the hospital to document evidence and begin building your case.
We understand how an accident can cause significant injury. That’s why we work on a contingency-fee basis so that you only pay if we win your case. We work hard to get you the settlement that you deserve and will keep you updated every step of the way.
Car Accidents
At Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers, we understand that car accidents are overwhelming and can leave you with severe injuries. We are here for our Logan County clients to answer questions, handle the insurance company, provide referrals to reputable physicians, and fight for maximum compensation. Our team does all of the heavy lifting so that you can focus on getting better.
Should I file a lawsuit?
Car accidents happen all too frequently, and the numbers continue to grow each year. In fact, Logan County experienced a 17.8% increase in the number of car accidents between 2012-2016. Still, most accidents do not result in a lawsuit or trial and are instead settled out of court.
The last thing that many accident victims want to do is drag out the process or further complicate a traumatic experience. However, some situations require a lawsuit to recover the compensation needed after an accident.
When insurance companies fail to provide a reasonable level of compensation or if the accident results in severe injury or death, it may be necessary to take legal action.
Insurance companies may use various tactics to deny or reduce the value of an insurance claim to the lowest possible number. Without the skill and experience of a reputable law firm, it is easy for insurance companies to settle for far less than the true value of your case.
Taking advantage of our free case evaluation is the best way to determine if it is in your best interest to file a lawsuit. We also work on a contingency fee basis, meaning that we don’t get paid unless we win your case. Contact us today to discuss your legal options free of charge with our Logan County car accident lawyers.
Semi-Truck Accidents
There are many names for these large vehicles: big rigs, eighteen wheelers, tractor trailers, and semis to name a few. No matter what you call them, one thing holds true- big trucks cause big injuries. Negligence by the driver, the manufacturer, or the trucking company can be devastating for other cars on the road.
Every day, truck drivers are working long hours, often throughout the night and on strict deadlines. Furthermore, they are relying on those responsible for maintaining the vehicle to meet all safety requirements and keep the truck operating properly.
Any misstep along the way can be fatal for drivers on the road in Logan County and throughout Kentucky. In fact, between 2012-2016, there were 215 crashes involving semi-trucks in Logan County alone according to the KTC.
Why Should I Hire a Logan County Semi Truck Accident Lawyer?
If you have been injured by a semi-truck, speak with Flora Templeton Stuart personally to discuss your claim. Semi-truck accidents can be complicated, especially when there are multiple parties involved. We work hard for our clients to establish liability and work with the insurance companies to recover the maximum compensation you deserve.
Our Logan County injury attorneys have a proven track record in handling eighteen-wheeler accident claims and have recovered millions for our injured clients in Logan County. To find out how we can help with your claim, contact us for a free case evaluation today.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle and moped accidents are among the most serious cases we see and can be extremely costly. Many riders are left with significantly higher medical expenses due to the severity and types of injuries that are commonly found in motorcycle accidents. It is not unusual for accident victims to spend weeks or months in the hospital following a motorcycle crash, accruing sizable medical bills and lost wages.
Fortunately, our attorneys can file insurance claims or personal injury lawsuits to maximize your recovery. If you have been in a motorcycle crash, call our Logan County motorcycle accident lawyers today to discuss your options.
Common Motorcycle Crash Injuries
Due to the lack of safety measures in place to protect riders in the event of an accident, the injuries sustained after a motorcycle crash can be quite severe. Some of the common injuries found in motorcycle accidents are as follows:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Road rash
- Concussions and head injuries
- Broken bones
- Loss of limbs
- Paralysis
As Logan County motorcycle crash lawyers, we are dedicated to seeking justice for our Logan County clients who have been injured in motorcycle accidents. We have over 45 years of experience investigating motor vehicle accidents and defending the rights of our injured clients. By documenting your injuries, gathering evidence, and establishing liability for the accident, our team can help you in your time of need and get you the compensation you deserve so you can move forward.
Personal Injury
As the third leading cause of death in the United States, accidental injuries happen frequently and often without warning. After an accident, many are left with the financial burden of mounting medical bills, pain & suffering, and lost wages. If you have been injured due to another party’s negligence in Logan County, our team is here to help.
How do I know if I have a personal injury case?
Various accidents and incidents can be the basis for a personal injury claim. Some of the most common personal injury cases we handle are:
- Car Accidents
- Semi-Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Nursing Home Abuse
- Slips & Falls
- Work Injuries
Although these are all types of personal injuries, certain conditions must be met before taking legal action. The primary element of a personal injury claim is negligence and our job is to establish liability for the injury due to that negligence. To have a viable case, our Logan County injury lawyers must prove the four elements of negligence:
- Duty: The first element in proving negligence is to show that one party owed another party a duty, most commonly the duty of care. The duty of care is the legal duty for an individual, business, or other entity to act reasonably to avoid injury others. For example, drivers on the road have a duty to both their passengers and other drivers on the road to safely operate their vehicles.
- Breach: When one party does not behave in the way a reasonable person would under similar circumstances or behaves negligently, the duty of care has been breached. Acting in a certain manner or failing to act can both qualify as a breach of duty. A store employee who fails to put up adequate signage around a wet area and causes a person to fall is one example of a breach of duty.
- Cause: Once it is established that the plaintiff was owed a duty and that the defendant breached the duty, we must prove that the breach of duty of care directly resulted in the plaintiff’s injuries. For example, a pet owner who fails to leash their dog can be found negligent when the dog attacks and injures a nearby jogger.
- Damages: Lastly, there must be verifiable damages suffered by the plaintiff as a result of the defendant’s negligence. In this stage, both economic and non-economic damages are measured such as medical bills, lost income, and pain & suffering. For example, a construction worker who has lost $20,000 in wages after breaking his arm due to unsafe working conditions may pursue damages for loss of income.
By proving that one party had a duty to another and breached that duty resulting in physical harm, our Logan County injury lawyers can then submit a claim to recover damages from the negligent party.
How much can I get for my case?
While each case is different, determining how much you may be eligible to recover typically comes down to a few factors: the severity of your injuries, past and future medical expenses, and recovery time. The attorney you choose for representation can also dramatically influence the value of your case. By choosing our top-rated Logan County injury attorneys, you can rest easy knowing that we fight for maximum recovery for all of our clients.
The compensation for your claim is determined by the damages that can be recovered. Two types of damages that can be pursued in a personal injury claim are compensatory damages and general damages.
Compensatory damages, or economic damages, are the monetary losses caused by another party’s negligence. Medical expenses, physical therapy, lost wages or loss of earning capacity, and property damages fall into this category.
General damages, also known as non-economic damages, stem from the pain, suffering, and mental anguish endured after an accident. These damages have no monetary value assigned to them and are therefore more difficult to calculate, but include things such as loss of companionship, physical pain, loss of quality of life, and other intangibles.
For insurance companies, the goal is to reduce personal injury claims as much as possible or to deny them altogether. Our goal is to do the opposite- we fight the insurance companies to maximize the value of each case. With a success rate of over 90%, our team of experienced Logan County injury lawyers has recovered millions for our injured clients in Logan County.
Wrongful Death
The death of a loved one can be devastating, especially if it is caused by an accident, wrongful act, or the negligence of another. When a life is lost due to someone’s recklessness, it is important to contact a Logan County wrongful death lawyer who can help surviving families with their wrongful death claim.
Losing a loved one is hard enough without the financial and emotional burdens that disrupt the grieving process. Surviving family members can be left with hefty medical bills, loss of income or financial support, and various insurance & legal requirements that can be dragged out for weeks or even months. Our experienced Logan County wrongful death lawyers can expedite this process and maximize your recovery so you can focus on healing.
Common Types of Wrongful Death Cases
- Car Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- Semi-Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Premises Liability/Slip & Fall
- Work Injuries
Vehicle accidents are the most common cause of death cited in wrongful death claims in Kentucky. Negligent drivers cause thousands of deaths on our roads and highways each year and can be held liable for the deaths of other drivers or passengers involved in the collision. Alternatively, workplace accidents, pedestrian accidents, and nursing home neglect are just a few of the other incidents where pursuing a wrongful death claim may be necessary.
Speak to A Logan County KY Personal Injury Lawyer
When you contact us, we will immediately begin to work on your case with personal representation. With an office close by in Bowling Green, we can provide excellent representation to our injured clients.
You can call us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 866-583-4915. We travel to our injured clients and provide personal representation. Flora Templeton Stuart is a local attorney practicing law in your community.
Our team has a five-step process for collecting vehicle accident compensation for victims of car collisions. We’ll investigate your case, open claims with your health insurance provider, collect your medical records and refer you to great doctors, set up annuities and college funds for injured children, and negotiate for the settlement you deserve.
- Medical expenses, past and future
- Disfigurement, loss of limb, permanent scarring
- Lost wages
- Lose love, companionship, and guidance
- Disability costs or live-in care
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
- Lost capacity to earn
At Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers, we care about the outcome of your case. With five decades of experience, we are confident in our ability to competently guide you through the claims process. We specialize in Car Accident, Semi-Truck Accident, Wrongful Death, Slip & Fall Accident, Work-related Injuries, and many more areas of the law.
Contact us online or by calling (888) 782-9090 and we will meet you where it is convenient, whether at home, in the hospital, or at another location. Receive answers to all of your legal questions and have your case evaluated for free. We can be reached day or night, seven days a week.
If a negligent act has caused injury to you or a loved one, contact Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers for a free case evaluation.
Several types of insurance coverage that will pay if you’re injured in an automobile collision:
Personal Injury Protection: The vehicle you are in is the primary coverage for payment of Personal Injury Protection (PIP) in Kentucky. PIP has minimal limits of $10,000 and pays medical expenses, lost income, home care, and even a portion of funeral expenses. Kentucky automobile accident lawyers reserve these benefits so medical bills and lost wages will get paid. PIP is repaid by the party at fault.
Liability: The at-fault driver pays for injuries caused to another through their liability policy, which in Kentucky has a minimum policy of $25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident and a maximum can be in the millions with a commercial insurance policy.
Uninsured Motorist: If the driver at fault did not have insurance you can collect on your uninsured motorist’s coverage on your own insurance policy.
Underinsured Motorist: If the at-fault driver of the vehicle had insurance but not enough or your injuries are greater than that amount you can collect on underinsured motorists. Flora Templeton Stuart will make sure all underinsured policies are uncovered for maximum recovery.
Negligence in car accidents typically involves a driver failing to exercise reasonable care. As Kentucky car crash lawyers, before we can take action against the liable party, we need to prove that their negligence led to the accident. We do this by establishing the following elements of negligence:
Duty of care: The at-fault party had a responsibility to keep you safe by following all traffic laws.
Breach of duty: The at-fault party breached their duty of care, instead acting negligently.
Causation: The at-fault party’s actions or inactions caused you to suffer an accident and injuries.
Damages: You suffered damages, such as pain and suffering and property damage, because of the at-fault party’s negligence.
Our team will gather evidence to prove negligence, including police reports, witness statements, and surveillance footage.
Under the “no-fault” car insurance system in Kentucky, drivers are required to carry a minimum of $10,000 in Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance. Regardless of who causes the accident, PIP covers medical expenses and lost wages. However, if you’re in an accident, you can opt out of the no-fault system to pursue auto injury claims against the at-fault driver and possibly receive more vehicle accident compensation.
Statute of Limitations in Kentucky and Tennessee
In vehicle accidents, there is a limited amount of time to sue. In Kentucky, you have two years after the wreck to sue which can be extended with PIP benefits being paid, as per Ky. Rev. Stat. § 304.39-230(6). In Tennessee, you only have one year to file an auto accident lawsuit. Time limits for minors start when they turn 18. The Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death cases is governed by KRS 413.140.
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Kentucky And Tennessee Personal Injury FAQs
Accidents and injuries can occur for many different reasons. However, if an individual, employer, or business is responsible for the incident, a personal injury lawyer near you can advise you of your legal options and the next best steps.
Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers cares about you. We can determine whether you have a case and assist you with recovering damages such as medical bills, income loss, pain and suffering, and many more.
Why Hire Flora Templeton Stuart Accident Injury Lawyers?
With over forty-seven years of representing clients in Kentucky & Tennessee, our personal injury lawyers are dedicated to obtaining justice for our injured clients. With local attorneys, right here in your community, we provide personal representation with our top attorneys, Flora and Kent. We meet with our clients to explain the entire process, leave no stone unturned with an extensive investigation to include our experts, and will refer our clients to excellent physicians. We take on the insurance company to obtain a maximum settlement. We can come to you and with offices close by we can travel to our injured clients when they cannot come to us. We treat our clients like family.
How do I pay for you to represent me?
Flora Templeton Accident Injury Lawyers we work on a contingency fee so you won’t pay us unless we win your case. We pay all costs of the case and are not reimbursed unless we collect money for you. you can call us for free, even on weekends with no obligation.
What type of cases do you handle?
We handle all car and truck accidents including commercial trucks, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bus accidents, bicycle accidents, drunk driving accidents, work injuries, slip and falls, dog bites, and more. When a loved one has died in a personal injury accident we handle the wrongful death claim to obtain a recovery for the family to get the justice they deserve. Go to our personal injury overview link for more personal injury cases that we handle. since we concentrate our entire practice on personal injury law we are experienced in these areas of practice.
How do I know if I have a case?
Our lawyers will accept a case where we know we can help. You can call us 24/7 for a free consultation and our experienced attorneys will evaluate your injury case without charge. Our attorneys have never represented insurance companies or corporations. We can focus one hundred percent of our practice on helping the injured. Call us today for your free case evaluation. While we cannot guarantee the amount of recovery when you call we can and will give you an evaluation of how we will do everything to collect a maximum settlement.
