When your child is injured because of someone else’s negligence, pursuing a personal injury claim can be a painful, confusing experience. Navigating the complexities of minor personal injury claims in Kentucky while helping your child heal and move forward is a difficult balance, but the right attorney can help make the process as stress-free as possible.
With decades of combined experience, the compassionate personal injury lawyers at Lawrence & Associates have recovered tens of millions of dollars for injured clients. We’re ready to take on your child’s personal injury case and fight to secure the justice you and your family deserve. Contact us online or call (859) 251-3591 today for a free case evaluation with an experienced child injury lawyer in Kentucky.
Common Causes of Child Personal Injuries in Kentucky
While most personal injury causes can affect adults and children alike, some involve minors more frequently. Common child personal injury cases include:
- Car accidents
- Playground accidents
- School or daycare-related injuries
- Bicycle accidents
- Dog bite injuries
- Product liability, which can include hazardous toys or household objects
- Wrongful death
The Role of a Parent or Guardian in Injury Claims
Parents and guardians in Kentucky can pursue personal injury claims on their children’s behalf. This includes the responsibility of hiring lawyers to represent them. Finding the right attorney is key to ensuring your claim is filed properly, maximizing your child’s compensation, and getting them the justice and accountability they deserve.
Parents should also consider costs accrued in handling their child’s case. Because we work on contingency, you pay nothing unless we win your case, allowing you to pursue justice for your child without financial worries.
Attorney, Lawrence & Associates
“In personal injury cases, we work to understand the whole picture for our clients. When a client is hurt, it isn’t just about the dollar figure on their medical bills. Often, every aspect of their lives is impacted, from their work to their family to their own worldview and sense of self. It’s important to me that we are taking that whole picture into account for our clients.”
Kentucky Laws Governing Personal Injury Lawsuits for Children
In Kentucky, parents and guardians can file a lawsuit on behalf of their children. However, settlement agreements in a personal injury case involving children may need to be approved by a court. A judge will review the agreement to ensure the terms serve the child’s best interest. A settlement can avoid court review if the total amount is $25,000 or less.
If approved, the court may place the settlement funds in a blocked bank account that the victim will control once they turn 18. There are circumstances in which parents can access funds early for the child’s welfare, including when a settlement is $10,000 or less.
Compensation for Child Personal Injury Claims in Kentucky
Minor personal injury victims in Kentucky can receive compensation for the same economic and non-economic damages available to adults. Economic damages cover financial losses, such as medical expenses, lost income, and property damage. Non-economic damages include physical pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and other intangible harms to the victim’s well-being.
What Is the Time Limit To File A Child Personal Injury Claim in Kentucky?
While personal injury actions must generally be initiated within one year of the cause of action, the statute of limitations for minors in Kentucky is “tolled.” This means the one-year period does not begin until the minor reaches the age of 18. Therefore, a minor has until their 19th birthday to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Why Choose Lawrence & Associates for Your Child’s Injury Claim
Our experienced personal injury attorneys have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in case results, including in cases filed on behalf of minors in Kentucky. We work hard for our clients, providing compassionate support for them and their families while fighting relentlessly to win the full and fair compensation they deserve.
We also uphold our Client Bill of Rights, which outlines the rights we believe all firms should provide to ensure excellent legal representation and service. These include:
- The Right to Full Analysis: At the beginning of your case, meet with a specialist who can thoroughly evaluate all aspects of your situation and ensure you file the right claim.
- The Right to Efficiency: Lawsuits take time but should be resolved as quickly as possible. We strive to resolve the cases we take on more quickly and efficiently than our competitors.
- The Right to Updates: If you choose us to handle your case, your attorney will provide regular updates. You’ll know what’s happening when it happens. Knowing that everything is moving forward normally will give you peace of mind.
- The Right to Specialization: At Lawrence & Associates, our attorneys are limited to a maximum of two practice areas to avoid becoming “jacks of all trades but masters of none.”
- The Right to Authority: Our legal team understands that you call the shots when settling your claim or proceeding with a lawsuit. It is your case. We are here to help you understand your full legal rights and options, but the final decisions are yours.
Let Lawrence & Associates Fight for Your Child’s Rights
If your child was injured in an accident in Kentucky because of someone else’s negligence, you don’t have to handle the legal aftermath alone. Our skilled personal injury lawyers understand the complexities of Kentucky child injury laws. We can guide you through every step of the claims process, serving as trusted partners while you focus on caring for your family and moving forward.
Filing a child injury lawsuit in Kentucky can be complex. Call (859) 251-3591 or contact us online to schedule a free case evaluation. We will strive to secure the full compensation your child deserves. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
