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Hurt because someone else was careless?
Car, truck and motorcycle wrecks, falls, medical negligence, dog bites and the loss of a family member. Justin Gooch spent eleven years building a personal injury practice before opening Gooch Law. He deals with the insurance company so you can deal with getting better.
What we handle
Injury cases Gooch Law takes.
Every one of these starts the same way: a free conversation about what happened and an honest answer about whether there is a case.
Car accidents
Rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, distracted and impaired drivers, uninsured motorists. Kentucky no-fault rules explained in plain English.
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Truck accidents
I-65, I-64, I-71 and the Watterson carry serious commercial traffic. Trucking cases involve federal rules, corporate insurers and evidence that disappears fast.
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Motorcycle accidents
Riders are blamed first and believed last. Justin builds the case around the physical evidence, not the other driver's story.
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Slip and fall
Wet floors, broken steps, poor lighting, ice that should have been treated. Premises liability claims against stores, landlords and property owners.
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Medical malpractice
Surgical errors, misdiagnosis, medication mistakes and birth injuries. Cases that require expert review and an attorney who knows when to bring one.
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Wrongful death
When negligence takes a family member, Kentucky law gives the estate a claim. Handled with the care and directness a grieving family deserves.
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Dog bites
Kentucky holds dog owners strictly liable for the damage their dogs cause. Bites, knock-downs and the scarring that follows.
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Hurt in a way that is not listed?
Boating and ATV accidents, defective products, injuries at work caused by someone other than your employer, assaults on unsafe property. If another person's carelessness hurt you, it is worth one free call.
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How Justin works an injury case
Prepared for trial from day one. That is what makes them settle.
Insurance companies price a claim by asking one question: will this lawyer actually try the case? Justin's answer has been yes since 2013. Every file is built with the evidence, the medical picture and the witness statements a jury would need, and the adjuster on the other side knows it.
- Investigation started immediately: photos, video, reports, witnesses
- Medical treatment coordinated so the record tells the full story
- Every communication with the insurer goes through Justin
- Settlement only when the number is fair, and trial when it is not
What to do after an injury
The first week matters more than any other.
Get treated and follow through
See a doctor even if you feel fine; adrenaline hides injuries. Keep every appointment. Gaps in treatment are the first thing an adjuster points to.
Preserve the evidence
Photos of the scene, the vehicles, the hazard, the injuries. Names of witnesses. The police or incident report number. Do not repair or discard anything yet.
Talk to Justin before the insurer
You do not owe the other driver's insurance company a recorded statement. One free call tells you where you stand and what the deadlines are.
Personal injury FAQ
Questions injured people ask first.
How much does it cost to hire Justin for an injury case?
Nothing upfront. Personal injury cases at Gooch Law are handled on a contingency fee: the fee is a percentage of what is recovered, agreed in writing before the case starts. If there is no recovery, there is no attorney fee.
How long do I have to bring a claim in Kentucky?
Many Kentucky injury claims must be filed within one year. Motor vehicle accident claims generally get two years from the accident or the last no-fault (PIP) payment. Medical malpractice and wrongful death claims follow their own rules. Because the deadline depends on the facts, call early and let Justin confirm yours.
What if the insurance company already made an offer?
Do not accept it before someone independent has looked at it. Early offers are made before the full extent of the injury is known, and once you sign a release the claim is over. Justin will tell you honestly whether the offer is fair.
Will my case go to trial?
Most injury cases settle. But the cases that settle well are the ones the insurance company believes will be tried if the offer is not fair. Justin prepares every case as if it will be, which is exactly what gives you leverage at the negotiating table.
What is Kentucky no-fault insurance?
Kentucky is a choice no-fault state. Most drivers carry personal injury protection (PIP), which pays the first medical bills and some lost wages regardless of fault, typically up to a $10,000 basic limit. A claim against the at-fault driver for the rest, including pain and suffering, is separate, and certain thresholds apply. Justin sorts out which coverages apply to your wreck.
Free case review
Tell Justin what happened.
A few questions about the accident, your treatment and the insurance company so Justin can give you a real assessment on the first call.
- No fee unless there is a recovery
- Same-day response during office hours
- Phone, video or in person
Please share only the basic information needed to request a consultation, and do not send confidential documents or sensitive case details through this form. Sending a request does not create an attorney-client relationship. Justin will explain the next steps before you share more.
Injured in Louisville? Call today.
Kentucky deadlines are short. A free call now keeps every option open.