Personal Injury Lawyers in Louisville, KY
There are 5 personal injury attorneys and law firms in Louisville, Kentucky. Compare them side by side — ratings, hours, and contact details — and call the right one first.
- 4.2★ average Google rating across 5 rated firms
- 1 rated 4.5+ on 10 or more reviews
Legal help in Kentucky
- Kentucky courts’ self-help resourcesOfficial court guides and forms for people without a lawyer
- Lawyer referral serviceKentucky Bar Association – Lawyer Referral Services (list of local services)
- Personal injury filing deadline: generally 1 year — KRS 413.140(1)(a)
Exceptions and details
Motor-vehicle accidents differ: under the Motor Vehicle Reparations Act, KRS 304.39-230(6), a tort action may be commenced within 2 years after the injury, death, or last basic/added reparation (PIP) payment, whichever is later (https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=45816). Medical negligence against physicians/hospitals is also 1 year (KRS 413.140(1)(e)), running from discovery, with a 5-year outer limit. KRS 413.140 was amended by 2026 Ky. Acts ch. 172 (eff. July 15, 2026); subsection (1)(a) still reads one year.
The KBA does not operate a statewide LRS; this page lists regional services (Central Kentucky LRS / Fayette County Bar, Louisville Bar's Kentucky Lawyer Referral Service, Northern Kentucky Bar Association LRS) and states that none are affiliated with the KBA.
Checked September 25, 2026 against official sources. General information, not legal advice — deadlines and limits have exceptions, so confirm with a lawyer.
Personal Injury Lawyers in Louisville — FAQ
How many personal injury lawyers are in Louisville, KY?
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Lawyers Near Me lists 5 personal injury attorneys and law firms in Louisville, Kentucky. Each listing includes ratings, hours, and contact details.
How do I choose the best personal injury lawyer in Louisville?
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Compare each Louisville firm's Google rating, reviews, and location, then call two or three to compare. Ask about experience with cases like yours and how they charge; some offer a free or low-cost first consultation.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in Louisville, KY?
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Most personal injury lawyers work on contingency: no fee upfront, and a percentage of any settlement or award only if you recover money. The percentage is set in a written fee agreement you sign, and some states cap it. Ask how case costs are handled if you lose. For work billed by the hour, our free Lawyer Cost Estimator shows average lawyer rates by practice area and state (Clio, 2026). Get the fee agreement in writing before work begins.
Is this legal advice?
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No. This page provides general information only and is not legal advice. Always consult a licensed Kentucky attorney about your specific personal injury matter.