EP001 Welcome.  Let's introduce Kentucky Personal Injury Attorney Aaron Whaley. Primary Practice Area Explanation – Personal Injury Motor Vehicles Cars/Trucks/Motorcycle Tractor Trailer Cases Pedestrian Accidents Vehicle Collisions Slip and fall Dog Bites Workers’ Compensation Medical Malpractice Aaron handles cases across the state of Kentucky, including the Western District of Kentucky for Federal Court cases. Which state has jurisdiction in an injury case? If you don’t live in Kentucky, but get involved in an accident in Kentucky, you can file a lawsuit here. There are some situations in which cases will end up in Federal Court Typically, this happens when all of the people involved are from different states. Let’s Talk about Aaron Whaley's Background Family Married for 19 years 2 daughters School Aaron graduated from J-Town High School, in Louisville Western Kentucky University for Undergrad University of Kentucky for Law School Motivation Aaron decided to have his own practice, focusing primarily on personal injury It’s very interesting and there’s a lot involved Aaron is a trial attorney and enjoys litigating in the courtroom Because of this, Aaron starts each case with the understanding that it could eventually end up in a trial. Best Part of the Job as an Attorney Being able to help people with significant problems Aaron likes negotiating and litigating against insurance companies Often the insurance adjusters are simply wrong The insurance companies are generally not there to help They are trying to help themselves and their bottom lines What are Important Steps to Take if You’re in an Accident Take Pictures – Key evidence in presenting your case Your Car and their car Location of vehicles at end of collision, before they get moved Debris laying in the roadway Where you came from and were heading at the time of the collision Environment Weather Conditions Curves Hills Intersections On/Off Ramp Skid Marks Injuries – Injuries can heal before your case gets to trial Lacerations Bruises/Scrapes Post Treatment Casts/Braces/Slings & Medical Equipment Get Contact Information Other Driver – License, Insurance Card and Registration Other Diver’s Passengers Your Passengers Witnesses – Name and contact information Document EVERYTHING You Remember Time of Day Traffic Conditions Debris in the road prior to the accident Pedestrians/Animals in the Area Seek Medical Treatment Keep a journal of your injuries and what you’re feeling Start the Medical Record ER or family doctor Urgent Care Chiropractor Do It in the 1st 24-48 hours Insurance companies will try to blame the injury on other issues Keep Off Social Media No public pictures or statements about how you’re feeling Insurance adjusters and lawyers will use those statements against you Personal Injury Protection “PIP coverage” ($10,000) You have insurance to get treatment This is called “no-fault” insurance PIP claims should not cause your insurance rates to increase     The biggest mistakes people make when they’ve been in an accident? Fear Causes you not to seek medical treatment May cause you not to file a claim   For more information, visit www.Louisville-Injury-Lawyer.com Important Disclaimers: The information provided on this podcast is for general informational purposes only.  It should not be construed as legal advice and does not constitute an attorney-client relationship.  You should seek the advice of an attorney for guidance related to your specific situation.  I am only licensed in Kentucky, so the general advice provided may not apply outside of Kentucky. This podcast maybe freely shared, but may not be the modified or edited in any way.  This is an attorney advertisement.  Co-host Jim Ray is a non-attorney spokesperson.  

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