Motor vehicle accidents are one of the most common causes of injury in the United States every year and make up a large portion of practice at Emery Law Office. Not only does that mean you will find an excellent and seasoned attorney for your accident, but you will also find the knowledge necessary to the area local to you. In Louisville, KY, as in many states, there are specific guidelines and practices relating to personal injury. By finding an attorney close to home, you can ensure they will be knowledgeable in the policies of the locale.

The potential for bodily harm when struck on a bike or as a pedestrian near the road skyrockets. In these cases, possibly even more so than in other vehicle crashes, it is essential to receive a settlement that will account for any possible medical implications or debilitating conditions. Anything from last wages to emotional or physical trauma resulting from your injuries can significantly increase the value of your claim. To ensure you receive a settlement that will allow you a full recovery for any resulting pain, contact a Lawyer with experience handling bicycle and pedestrian accidents.

Truck accidents tend to be slightly more complicated than those involving civilian vehicles due to the nature of truck insurance carried by large companies. Even if the driver was at fault, the chances are high that you will be contending with a high-powered insurance company that will attempt to devalue your claim in any way possible. They may even try to deny responsibility and place the liability on the truck operator, making it significantly harder to claim the compensation to which you are entitled. When preparing to face any insurance company and especially a high-powered company, it is critical to have a Lawyer who you know will advocate and fight for you every step of the way.

When struck by a commercial vehicle, the odds are that the company that owns the vehicle will be liable rather than the driver. This means that they will already have established attorneys to work with their insurance company and ensure that your claim is diminished as much as possible. Insurance companies are not concerned with your well being or recovery, choosing instead to continue lining their pockets with as much of your money they can keep as possible. Contacting an attorney who handles commercial vehicle accidents in Louisville, KY, ensures that you have the resources and team to advocate on your behalf against the “big guys.”