What is the time limit to file a personal injury claim in Kentucky after a car accident in Jefferson County?

A: Under the Kentucky statute of limitations, you have a 1-year time limit to file a personal injury claim for an auto accident Kentucky. If you are filing a claim you should consult with a Jefferson County accident attorney early in the process. This applies to bodily injuries and property damages for your accident in Jefferson County.

Tips For Filing a Kentucky Personal Injury Claim

It is important for you to recognize that just because you have the window of time you should not wait to make a claim. Under the Kentucky statute of limitations there could be consequences for any delay in filing.

If you prolong the time before you make a claim you could: 

• lessen the value of your claim;
• give the opposite party opportunity to question your claim;
• give the judge or jury reason to question why you waited to make a claim after your accident; and/or
• lose vital evidence you need. 

Taking legal action right away after an accident reflects well on you. It shows that you are serious about your claim and have sustained legitimate damages that you find worth fighting for. Immediately after the accident, you need to obtain all vital evidence whether that is the contact and insurance information of each person involved or photographs of the accident and damages as proof for your case.

With the help of a Jefferson County accident attorney you may be able to recover the following: 

• hospital bills;
• treatments/medication for your injuries;
• property damages/repairs;
• physical/psychological therapy; and/or
• pain and suffering. 

When you pursue your claim it would be extremely beneficial to hire a Jefferson County accident attorney. He or she will make sure that in the course of filing a personal injury claim you do not exceed the Kentucky statute of limitations.

Contacting a Jefferson County Accident Attorney

Making one call could make the process of handling an accident so much easier. A Jefferson County accident attorney at Gray and White Law can help you handle every aspect of your personal injury claim. If you've been injured in Kentucky, contact us today for a free evaluation of your case - 1-800-634-8767 or 502-210- 8942.