18-Wheeler & Commercial Trucking Accident Attorneys in Lawrence County, Kentucky

The impact was catastrophic. One moment you’re driving along US-23 through Lawrence County, Kentucky, heading toward Louisa or maybe crossing into West Virginia to visit family. The next, an 80,000-pound coal truck changes everything in a heartbeat. If you or someone you love has been hurt in an 18-wheeler accident anywhere in Lawrence County—from the winding roads near the Tug Fork to the busy routes around the Big Sandy River—you already know this isn’t a typical car crash. It’s a life-altering event that demands immediate action and experienced legal representation.

At Attorney911, we’ve stood beside trucking accident victims for over 25 years. Ralph Manginello, our managing partner, has been fighting for injured Kentuckians since 1998, and our team includes Lupe Peña, a former insurance defense attorney who spent years inside the system learning exactly how trucking companies minimize claims. Now he uses that knowledge against them to fight for families right here in Lawrence County and throughout eastern Kentucky.

The clock is already ticking. Kentucky law gives you just one year from your accident date to file a lawsuit—among the shortest deadlines in America. And evidence disappears even faster. Black box data from trucks can be overwritten in 30 days, and fleets operating through Lawrence County often send rapid-response teams to the scene before the ambulance even leaves. Call 1-888-ATTY-911 immediately if you’ve been hurt. We answer calls 24 hours a day, and we send preservation letters within hours to protect the evidence that wins cases.

Why 18-Wheeler Accidents in Lawrence County Demand Specialized Legal Experience

Trucking accidents along the Appalachian corridors of eastern Kentucky aren’t like accidents in flat Midwestern cornfields or congested urban interstates. The steep mountain grades, winding roads, and heavy coal hauling traffic in Lawrence County create unique dangers that require specific knowledge of both federal transportation law and local conditions.

An 80,000-pound tractor-trailer navigating the hills near Louisa or the routes connecting to the Mountain Parkway faces physics that simple passenger cars never encounter. Brake fade on long descents, shifting coal loads, and winter ice on mountain grades create catastrophic risks. When these factors combine with driver fatigue, improper maintenance, or hours-of-service violations, the results are devastating.

We’ve seen what happens when trucking companies cut corners on safety to haul coal, timber, and freight through Lawrence County faster and cheaper. Ralph Manginello has spent over two decades holding these corporate giants responsible. With federal court admission to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and multi-million dollar settlements under his belt—including a $5+ million traumatic brain injury settlement for a logging accident victim—Ralph brings the kind of heavyweight experience needed to battle national carriers who think they can push rural Kentucky families around.

Our associate attorney Lupe Peña adds another layer of firepower. Before joining Attorney911, Lupe worked at a national insurance defense firm, learning exactly how commercial trucking insurers evaluate claims and train adjusters to deny legitimate compensation. As client Chad Harris told us after his case settled, “You are NOT a pest to them and you are NOT just some client… You are FAMILY to them.” That’s how we treat every Lawrence County family who walks through our doors.

Understanding Kentucky’s One-Year Deadline and Pure Comparative Fault

If you’ve been researching your legal options after a truck accident in Lawrence County, you need to understand two critical Kentucky laws that differ dramatically from neighboring states.

First, the statute of limitations: Kentucky is one of only two states (along with Louisiana) that gives you just one year from the date of your trucking accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This isn’t two years like Ohio or Indiana, and it isn’t three years like West Virginia. You have exactly 12 months. Wait one day longer, and you lose your right to compensation forever—regardless of how catastrophic your injuries or how negligent the trucking company.

This creates immediate urgency. While other states might allow you to wait while you heal, Kentucky demands swift action. We recommend contacting our office within days, not months, to ensure we can preserve the electronic evidence and witness testimony that proves your case.

Second, pure comparative fault: Kentucky follows a “pure comparative negligence” rule (KRS 411.182). This means you can recover damages even if you were partially at fault for the accident—even if you were 90% responsible. Your recovery simply gets reduced by your percentage of fault. If you have $100,000 in damages but are found 30% at fault, you still recover $70,000. This is far more plaintiff-friendly than nearby states like Virginia or North Carolina, which bar recovery if you’re even 1% at fault.

However, trucking companies and their insurers will try to exploit comparative fault to minimize payouts. They’ll claim you were speeding on the curves near Prestonsburg or following too closely on US-23. That’s why we immediately deploy accident reconstruction experts to Lawrence County crash scenes to prove exactly what happened before the trucking company can spin their narrative.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations That Protect Lawrence County Drivers

Every 18-wheeler operating through Lawrence County—whether hauling coal from local mines, timber from the Daniel Boone National Forest, or goods along the Country Music Highway—must comply with strict federal regulations known as the FMCSA rules (49 CFR Parts 390-399). These aren’t suggestions; they’re federal laws with teeth. When trucking companies violate them, they create liability that can lead to multi-million dollar recoveries.

Hours of Service Violations (49 CFR Part 395)

Federal law limits how long truck drivers can operate before resting. For property-carrying drivers—the trucks hauling freight through Lawrence County—these rules include:

• 11-Hour Driving Limit: No driving beyond 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty
• 14-Hour On-Duty Window: Cannot drive after the 14th consecutive hour after coming on duty
• 30-Minute Break: Mandatory break after 8 cumulative hours of driving
• 60/70 Hour Weekly Limits: No driving after 60 hours in 7 days or 70 hours in 8 days

Since December 18, 2017, most commercial trucks must use Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) that automatically record driving time and prevent drivers from falsifying paper logs. These ELDs are critical evidence in Lawrence County trucking cases. We’ve seen cases where drivers exceeded their hours navigating the mountain passes while exhausted, creating deadly risks for local families.

If we find hours-of-service violations in your case, it’s strong evidence of negligence—often negligence per se—meaning the violation itself proves fault under Kentucky law.

Driver Qualification Standards (49 CFR Part 391)

Before a trucking company allows a driver to operate through Lawrence County, they must verify that the driver is qualified. This includes:

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) appropriate for the vehicle class
• Medical examiner’s certificate proving physical fitness
• Clean driving record background checks
• Pre-employment drug testing
• Annual driving record reviews

When companies skip these steps—hiring drivers with suspended licenses, medical conditions that affect alertness, or histories of reckless driving—they commit negligent hiring. We’ve sued trucking companies for putting unqualified drivers on roads like the AA Highway (KY-10) and US-23, knowing these mountain routes require specialized skills.

Vehicle Maintenance Requirements (49 CFR Part 396)

Brake failures cause approximately 29% of all trucking accidents. Given the steep grades in eastern Kentucky, proper maintenance isn’t optional—it’s survival. Federal law requires:

• Systematic inspection, repair, and maintenance of all commercial vehicles
• Pre-trip inspections by drivers before every shift
• Annual comprehensive inspections by certified mechanics
• Maintenance records kept for specific periods

When trucking companies defer brake maintenance to save money, they gamble with lives on the descent into Louisa or the curves near the Lawrence/Johnson county line. We subpoena maintenance records in every case, often finding that companies knew about dangerous defects but kept trucks on the road anyway.

Cargo Securement Rules (49 CFR Part 393)

Coal trucks and logging trucks crisscrossing Lawrence County face specific cargo hazards. Federal regulations require cargo to be:

• Contained and secured to prevent shifting
• Immobilized to prevent falling, spilling, or blowing from the vehicle
• Able to withstand specific deceleration forces (0.8g forward, 0.5g rearward and lateral)

Improperly secured coal or logs create deadly missiles on highways. We’ve handled cases where shifting loads caused rollovers on the curves near Blaine, Kentucky, and where unsecured cargo struck following vehicles on US-23.

Types of 18-Wheeler Accidents Common in Lawrence County’s Mountain Terrain

The geography of Lawrence County and surrounding eastern Kentucky creates specific accident patterns that differ from flat interstate corridors. Our experience with Appalachian trucking cases allows us to identify the unique factors at play.

Jackknife Accidents

When a truck’s trailer swings perpendicular to the cab, it creates a jackknife—named because the angle resembles a folding pocket knife. On the wet pavement of mountain roads like those near Martha or Fallsburg, jackknives often occur when drivers brake suddenly on curves or when empty trailers (common in coal hauling) lose traction.

These accidents typically block multiple lanes of traffic and create impossible escape routes for surrounding vehicles. We’ve seen jackknifes on US-23 create chain-reaction pileups involving multiple Lawrence County families, often because drivers were traveling too fast for road conditions—a violation of 49 CFR § 392.6.

Rollover Accidents

The steep grades and sharp curves of eastern Kentucky make rollovers among the most common catastrophic truck accidents. A fully loaded coal truck taking a curve too quickly near the Big Sandy River can easily roll, especially when:

• Cargo shifts to one side (improper loading under 49 CFR § 393)
• Speed exceeds safe levels for curves (violating 39 CFR § 392.6)
• Drivers overcorrect after drifting, a common error on narrow mountain roads
• Brake failure occurs on long descents

Rollovers often crush smaller vehicles and create secondary accidents when debris spills across lanes. The physics are brutal: an 80,000-pound truck has 20-25 times the mass of a passenger car.

Underride Collisions

When a car strikes a truck trailer and slides underneath, the result is often decapitation or catastrophic head trauma. Federal law requires rear impact guards on trailers (49 CFR § 393.86), but many trucks operate with inadequate guards, and there’s still no federal requirement for side underride guards—meaning side impacts with coal trailers can be just as deadly.

US-23 through Lawrence County sees significant truck traffic, and underride crashes often occur when stopped trucks haven’t deployed proper warning devices or when visibility is compromised by weather conditions common in the Appalachian winter.

Brake Failure Accidents

Mountain driving destroys brakes. The long descent from the hills into the Ohio River valley generates tremendous heat, leading to “brake fade” where brakes simply stop working. Federal law requires 49 CFR § 393.40 brake systems capable of stopping loaded trucks, but deferred maintenance creates deadly risks.

We investigate brake performance data from ECM (Electronic Control Module) records to prove when trucking companies ignored maintenance warnings. In one case, we found a company operating through Kentucky with brakes out of adjustment on multiple wheels—a ticking time bomb on mountain grades.

Tire Blowouts

The combination of heavy loads, mountain grades, and summer heat creates perfect conditions for tire failures. When steer tires (front tires) blow at highway speeds on US-23, drivers often lose control completely. Federal regulations (49 CFR § 393.75) mandate minimum tread depths and prohibit operation with visible defects, yet we regularly find trucking companies operating with bald tires to save replacement costs.

Wide Turn Accidents (“Squeeze Play”)

The “squeeze play” occurs when a truck swings left before making a right turn, creating a gap that other vehicles enter, only to be crushed when the trailer cuts the corner. This is particularly dangerous in Lawrence County’s older towns like Louisa, where narrow streets and tight intersections force these maneuvers. Drivers must signal their intentions and check blind spots—failures that create liability under 49 CFR § 392.11.

Blind Spot Collisions

18-wheelers have massive blind spots (No-Zones) on all four sides, but the right side is worst—extending from the cab door back across multiple lanes. When trucks change lanes on the busy stretches of US-23 without proper mirrors (49 CFR § 393.80) or without checking blind spots, they sideswipe passenger vehicles and run them off the road.

All Parties Who May Be Liable in Your Lawrence County Trucking Accident

Most victims think they can only sue the truck driver. They’re wrong. Kentucky law allows us to pursue multiple defendants, each carrying separate insurance policies that can stack to maximize your recovery.

The Truck Driver: Direct negligence for speeding, distraction, fatigue, or impairment.

The Trucking Company (Motor Carrier): Under respondeat superior, employers are liable for their employees’ negligence. Plus, we often find direct company negligence:

• Negligent hiring (failure to check backgrounds)
• Negligent training (inadequate mountain driving instruction)
• Negligent supervision (failure to monitor hours-of-service)
• Negligent maintenance (deferring brake repairs)

The Cargo Owner/Shipper: Coal companies and timber operators who overload trucks or demand unrealistic delivery schedules push drivers to violate safety regulations. When their pressure causes accidents, they’re liable.

The Loading Company: Improperly secured coal loads or unbalanced timber creates rollover risks. Loading companies must follow FMCSA cargo securement standards or face liability.

The Truck Manufacturer: Defective brakes, flawed steering systems, or inadequate underride guards can make manufacturers liable under product liability theories.

The Parts Manufacturer: Defective tires, brake components, or coupling devices that fail under stress create liability for the component makers.

The Maintenance Company: Third-party mechanics who negligently service trucks—improperly adjusting brakes or ignoring critical defects—can be held responsible when their work fails on US-23.

The Freight Broker: Companies that arrange transportation but don’t own trucks may be liable for negligently selecting carriers with poor safety records (low CSA scores) or inadequate insurance.

The Truck Owner: In owner-operator arrangements where the driver owns the cab but leases to a company, both may share liability.

Government Entities: When dangerous road design, missing guardrails on steep grades, or inadequate signage contributes to accidents, state or local governments may bear partial responsibility—though sovereign immunity limits and short notice requirements apply in Kentucky.

The 48-Hour Evidence Preservation Window: Act Before It’s Gone

Here’s what the trucking company doesn’t want you to know: critical evidence in your Lawrence County accident case can disappear within days.

ECM/Black Box Data: Engine Control Modules record speed, braking, and throttle position before crashes. This data can overwrite in as little as 30 days—sometimes sooner if the truck continues operating.

Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs): These prove hours-of-service violations but may only be retained for 6 months under federal regulations. After that, trucking companies can legally delete them—unless we’ve sent a preservation letter.

Dashcam Footage: Many trucks now carry forward-facing cameras. If the footage shows the driver texting or sleeping, it mysteriously gets “accidentally deleted” within days unless preserved.

Maintenance Records: These show patterns of deferred repairs and inspection failures. Companies often “lose” these records when litigation is threatened.

Driver Cell Phone Records: Prove distraction but require immediate preservation.

When you call Attorney911 at 1-888-ATTY-911, we immediately dispatch preservation letters to every potential defendant—the trucking company, their insurer, the driver, the maintenance shop, and anyone else holding evidence. These letters put them on legal notice that destroying evidence constitutes “spoliation,” which can result in:

• Adverse inference instructions (juries are told to assume destroyed evidence was unfavorable)
• Monetary sanctions
• Default judgments
• Punitive damages

We also deploy investigators to Lawrence County accident scenes immediately to photograph tire marks, debris patterns, and road conditions before weather or traffic erases the physical evidence of what happened.

Catastrophic Injuries and Wrongful Death in Kentucky Trucking Cases

The physics of 80,000 pounds versus 4,000 pounds creates catastrophic injuries. We’ve represented Lawrence County families dealing with:

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): From concussions to severe brain damage requiring lifelong care. Our firm has secured settlements ranging from $1.5 million to $9.8 million for TBI victims, providing resources for rehabilitation, lost earning capacity, and future medical needs.

Spinal Cord Injuries: Paraplegia and quadriplegia from crushing impacts or rollovers. Lifetime care costs often exceed $5 million, requiring aggressive pursuit of every available insurance policy.

Amputations: Crush injuries from underride or override accidents often necessitate limb removal. Our amputation cases have settled between $1.9 million and $8.6 million, accounting for prosthetics, rehabilitation, and permanent disability.

Severe Burns: Fuel fires from ruptured tanks or hazmat spills create disfiguring burns requiring multiple surgeries and skin grafts.

Wrongful Death: When trucking accidents kill loved ones, Kentucky law allows recovery for lost income, loss of companionship, funeral expenses, and mental anguish. Our wrongful death settlements range from $1.9 million to $9.5 million, depending on the victim’s age, earning capacity, and the egregiousness of the trucking company’s conduct.

As client Glenda Walker told us after her catastrophic injury case settled, “They fought for me to get every dime I deserved.” That’s our promise to every Lawrence County family.

Kentucky Insurance Requirements and Damage Caps

Federal law requires trucking companies to carry substantial insurance:

• $750,000 minimum for non-hazardous freight
• $1,000,000 for oil, petroleum, and heavy equipment
• $5,000,000 for hazardous materials

Many carriers maintain $1-5 million in coverage, with excess policies providing additional layers.

Important for Kentucky victims: Unlike some states, Kentucky has NO cap on compensatory damages for personal injury cases. You can recover every dollar of medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, punitive damages (meant to punish gross negligence) are capped at the greater of:

• Two times compensatory damages plus economic damages up to $350,000, OR
• $350,000 total

For trucking accidents involving coal hauling or logging, we often stack multiple insurance policies—from the driver, the company, the cargo insurer, and excess carriers—to maximize recovery for catastrophic injuries.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lawrence County Trucking Accidents

How long do I have to file a lawsuit after a truck accident in Lawrence County?

You have exactly one year from the accident date under Kentucky law (KRS 413.140). This is shorter than Ohio (2 years), West Virginia (2 years), and Virginia (2 years). The clock starts ticking the moment the crash occurs. If you miss this deadline, you cannot recover—no matter how severe your injuries or how negligent the trucking company.

What should I do immediately after a truck accident in Lawrence County?

First, ensure your safety and seek medical attention immediately—Lawrence County Health Center in Louisa or Three Rivers Medical Center in Louisa can provide emergency care, or you may need transport to Cabell Huntington Hospital for severe trauma. Call the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office or Kentucky State Police to file a report. Photograph everything: the trucks, your vehicle, road conditions, and any skid marks. Get witness contact information. Do NOT give recorded statements to any insurance company. Then call Attorney911 immediately at 1-888-288-9911.

Can I still recover if I was partially at fault for the accident?

Yes. Kentucky follows “pure comparative fault” under KRS 411.182. You can recover damages even if you were 90% at fault—your recovery simply gets reduced by your percentage of fault. So if you have $100,000 in damages but are found 20% at fault, you recover $80,000. Only Louisiana shares this rule; neighboring states like Virginia bar recovery if you’re even 1% at fault.

What if the truck driver was from out of state and just passing through Lawrence County?

It doesn’t matter where the driver lives. If the accident occurred in Lawrence County, Kentucky law applies, and our federal court admission allows us to pursue cases against drivers and companies from anywhere in the country. We regularly handle cases involving Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, and Tennessee carriers operating through Kentucky.

How much is my trucking accident case worth?

There’s no “average” settlement. Value depends on injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, permanency of disability, available insurance, and the degree of negligence. Because trucking companies carry $750,000 to $5 million in insurance, catastrophic injury cases often settle for seven or eight figures. Our firm has recovered millions for families, including a $5+ million settlement for a traumatic brain injury and $3.8 million for an amputation case.

What is a “black box” and why does it matter for my case?

The Event Data Recorder (EDR) or Engine Control Module (ECM) is the truck’s “black box” that records speed, braking, throttle position, and fault codes before a crash. This objective data often proves the driver was speeding or failed to brake—contradicting their statements. It overwrites quickly, which is why we must preserve it immediately.

Can I afford an attorney if I can’t work due to my injuries?

Absolutely. We work on contingency—no fee unless we win. Our standard fee is 33.33% if settled before trial, 40% if we go to court. We advance all costs for experts, depositions, and investigations. You never pay a penny out of pocket. As client Donald Wilcox told us, “One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello… I got a call to come pick up this handsome check.”

What if my loved one was killed in a truck accident?

Kentucky allows wrongful death claims by the personal representative of the estate for the benefit of the surviving spouse, children, and parents. Damages include funeral expenses, lost earning capacity, loss of consortium, and mental anguish. You still have only one year to file, so contact us immediately.

Do you handle cases for Spanish-speaking clients in Lawrence County?

Sí. Hablamos Español. Our associate attorney Lupe Peña is fluent in Spanish and provides direct representation without interpreters. Many Hispanic workers in eastern Kentucky’s agricultural and construction industries face language barriers after accidents. We ensure you understand every step of your case. Llame al 1-888-ATTY-911.

What if the trucking company offers me a quick settlement?

Don’t accept it. Early offers are “lowball” tactics designed to pay you pennies on the dollar before you know the full extent of your injuries. Once you accept, you waive all future rights. We’ve seen companies offer $10,000 for cases ultimately worth $1 million or more. Let us evaluate your case first.

How long will my case take?

Simple cases settle in 6-12 months. Complex litigation involving multiple defendants or catastrophic injuries can take 1-3 years. Kentucky’s courts can be backlogged, but we push cases aggressively while ensuring you don’t settle for less than you deserve.

Can I sue if the accident was caused by a tire blowout?

Yes. Tire blowouts often result from improper maintenance, overloading, or defective tires. We investigate whether the trucking company failed to inspect tires under 49 CFR § 393.75 or whether the tire manufacturer produced a defective product.

What if the truck was carrying hazardous materials?

Hazmat carriers must carry $5 million in insurance. If hazardous cargo spilled in your accident, additional regulations under 49 CFR Part 397 apply, and the shipper may share liability for improper loading or containment.

Will my case go to trial?

Most settle, but we prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies know which lawyers are willing to go to court—and they offer better settlements to those who are. With 25 years of trial experience and federal court admission, Ralph Manginello has the courtroom presence that makes insurers nervous.

What if I was injured by a logging truck on a rural Lawrence County road?

Logging trucks present unique dangers—overheight loads, unsecured logs, and operation on narrow rural roads. We’ve handled multiple logging accident cases, including a $5+ million settlement for a traumatic brain injury caused by a falling log. These cases often involve timber companies and independent operators, creating complex liability questions we know how to navigate.

How do I prove the driver was fatigued?

We subpoena ELD (Electronic Logging Device) records showing hours-of-service violations, cell phone records proving late-night activity, and dispatch records showing unrealistic scheduling. Kentucky’s location makes it a corridor for long-haul drivers, and fatigue is a leading cause of mountain accidents.

What happens if the trucking company destroys evidence?

If we sent a preservation letter and they destroyed evidence anyway, courts can sanction them severely. Kentucky judges can instruct juries to assume the destroyed evidence proved the trucking company’s negligence, or in extreme cases, enter default judgment against them.

Can undocumented immigrants file personal injury claims in Kentucky?

Yes. Immigration status does not affect your right to recover compensation for injuries caused by someone else’s negligence. We represent all accident victims regardless of status, and we have Spanish-speaking attorneys to assist.

What is negligent hiring and how does it help my case?

If the trucking company failed to check the driver’s background, CDL status, medical certification, or safety record before hiring them, they committed negligent hiring. This allows us to pursue the company directly for putting dangerous drivers on Lawrence County roads, often leading to punitive damages.

How do I choose the right attorney for a trucking accident?

Look for: federal court experience (we have it), specific trucking knowledge (29% of accidents involve brake failures—we know how to prove this), former insurance defense experience (Lupe Peña has it), and a track record of multi-million dollar results. Avoid firms that treat you like a number. As our client Ernest Cano said, “Mr. Manginello and his firm are first class. Will fight tooth and nail for you.”

What if my injuries appeared days after the accident?

This is common with whiplash, concussions, and internal injuries. See a doctor immediately when symptoms appear. Delays don’t destroy your case, but gaps in treatment give insurance companies arguments. Document everything and follow your doctor’s orders exactly.

Can I recover for PTSD after a trucking accident?

Yes. Kentucky allows recovery for mental anguish, emotional distress, and PTSD resulting from traumatic accidents. You need documentation from psychologists or psychiatrists, but these damages are compensable and can be substantial in catastrophic cases.

What is the MCS-90 endorsement and how does it affect my case?

The MCS-90 is a federal endorsement on trucking insurance policies that guarantees minimum damages will be paid to injured victims, even if the policy otherwise excludes the claim. This ensures you can recover even if the trucking company tries to deny coverage.

Should I get my own insurance company involved?

Yes, report the accident to your insurer, but don’t give recorded statements without counsel. Your UM/UIM (Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist) coverage may apply if the truck had inadequate insurance. Kentucky requires insurers to offer UM coverage, and you likely have it.

Why Lawrence County Families Choose Attorney911

When an 18-wheeler changes your life on the roads of Lawrence County, you need more than a lawyer—you need a fighter with resources, experience, and a willingness to go the distance.

Our Track Record: Over $50 million recovered for clients. Multi-million dollar settlements for traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and wrongful death. Experience against Fortune 500 trucking companies and major insurers.

Our Insider Knowledge: Lupe Peña’s background as a former insurance defense attorney gives us an unfair advantage. We know the adjusters’ playbooks, their valuation software, and their pressure tactics—because Lupe used to run those playbooks. Now he uses that knowledge to maximize your recovery.

Our Accessibility: With offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, we serve Kentucky clients remotely and travel when necessary. Ralph Manginello gives clients his cell phone number. Our 4.9-star Google rating with over 251 reviews reflects our commitment to communication—something big billboard firms often ignore.

Our Resources: We advance all costs, hire the best expert witnesses (accident reconstructionists, medical experts, economists), and prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies know we won’t settle for less than full value.

Our Commitment: We take cases other firms reject. We treat you like family, not a file number. And we don’t get paid unless you win.

The trucks rumbling through Lawrence County on US-23 and the AA Highway have teams of lawyers protecting their interests before the police even finish their reports. You deserve the same level of protection.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911) today for a free consultation. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Hablamos Español.

Don’t let the one-year Kentucky statute of limitations expire. Don’t let critical evidence disappear. Don’t face the trucking companies alone. One call puts 25 years of experience on your side, with a former insurance defense attorney fighting for you and a track record of multi-million dollar results.

The trucking companies have lawyers working right now to minimize your claim. What are you doing to protect your family? Call Attorney911 today.