“Mr. Wilt is highly knowledgeable of both medicine and law; combined with his over 25 years of medical malpractice experience he is one of the most qualified attorneys available not only in the Louisville area, but the state of Kentucky. On a personal level I have known Mr. Wilt for almost 30 years and can attest to his very personable nature and his sincere desire to provide the best service to his clients.”
When you suffer serious injury, our Kentucky law firm fights for your rights
Experiencing serious accidents, injuries, or harm changes the trajectory of your life. Recovering from a severe injury involves time off work, considerable medical expenses, and the stress of wondering where your next paycheck might come from. This doesn’t take into account the emotional trauma of an accident and healing from your injuries, which can often be more grueling than the incident itself. When another’s negligence caused your accident, it’s vital they are held accountable for your damages.
At Wilt Injury Lawyers, our Louisville attorneys want to help. Our personal injury and malpractice lawyers have decades of experience helping the injured, neglected, and harmed throughout the state fight for their rights and the compensation to which they are entitled. Our local and statewide network of expert witnesses and resources gives you the edge you need when going up against powerful insurance companies and corporations. Talk to Wilt Injury Lawyers today. Respectful service. Straightforward legal advice. This is our promise to you.
Ronald Wilt is a distinguished attorney with over 13 years of recognition by Super Lawyers, a testament to his expertise and dedication in the legal field. He has been acknowledged as a Super Lawyer (SL) both as a defense attorney in 2004 and 2005 and for 11 consecutive years as a plaintiff attorney. His unique distinction extends across two states, Ohio (OH) and Kentucky (KY), an achievement shared by very few in the legal community. The honor highlights his excellence, placing him among the top 5% of lawyers in Kentucky.
What kinds of personal injury claims do your attorneys handle?
The lawyers at Wilt Injury Lawyers choose to focus their work specifically on injury cases – protecting individuals, families, and children harmed through another’s negligent or intentional acts. When you’ve suffered a life-altering, disabling, or permanent injury, we want to help. These are the types of accidents and injuries that aren’t over when the initial injury heals. Victims often suffer side effects, complications, emotional difficulties, and disabilities that don’t go away with time.
Our Louisville personal injury attorneys understand the complexities of these types of cases and how to demonstrate to an insurance company or jury the massive effect your injuries have on your life.
If your loved one loses their life in a preventable accident, our attorneys can file a wrongful death claim on your family’s behalf, walking you through every step of the process.
Some of the personal injury claims we’ve handled in the past include:
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Nerve damage
- Organ damage
- Traumatic amputations and limb loss
- Burn injuries
- Loss of vision or hearing
- Compound fractures
Louisville car, truck, and motorcycle accident lawyers with experience
Motor vehicle accidents cause hundreds of fatalities across the state every year. The Kentucky Office of Highway Safety reports 806 traffic fatalities in 2021, with 10% involving large trucks and 10% involving motorcycles. Our attorneys work with motorists, passengers, bicyclists, and pedestrians injured in:
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bus accidents
- Train accidents
- ATV accidents
- Uber & Lyft accidents
- Distracted drivers
- Drunk drivers
- Uninsured/underinsured drivers
- Work zone accidents
- Fatal accidents
We investigate the cause of your accident, who or what caused it, and what person or party should be held responsible.
Honest and compassionate Louisville medical malpractice attorneys
Medical malpractice and negligence is a pervasive issue in healthcare. The National Library of Medicine published a study in 2021 that stated one in every three clinicians will be sued for medical malpractice at least once during the course of their career. Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional’s negligence causes a patient injury and losses.
Your doctor, surgeon, or obstetrician is supposed to help you get better, not worse, and when their mistakes or carelessness results in lifelong disability or the death of your loved one, you can turn to the Louisville medical malpractice attorneys for justice. We have an impressive record of success, securing millions in settlements and jury verdicts for clients just like you.
Wilt Injury Lawyers is known throughout Kentucky as the gold-standard firm when it comes to complex medical malpractice cases. Founder and lead attorney Ronald M. Wilt is a former malpractice defense lawyer before leaving to start a career fighting to protect the injured. This experience gives us a unique understanding when handling malpractice claims, an “inside perspective” that allows us to build the strongest possible case on your behalf. We work with a variety of malpractice cases, including:
- Missed/wrong diagnosis
- Surgical errors
- Medication errors
- Pharmacy malpractice
- Radiology errors
- Emergency room errors
- Labor and delivery negligence
- Birth injuries
- Post-partum negligence
- Nursing home abuse and neglect
Our attorneys also specialize in birth injuries – those that affect both the mother and child. If your baby developed cerebral palsy or another serious injury as a result of medical negligence, we have the legal experience and knowledge you need.
I was injured on someone else’s property in Louisville – can you help?
Yes, let’s talk. Whether you’re a customer, visitor, or guest on someone else’s property, they have a responsibility to keep you safe from danger and hazardous conditions. This responsibility is called a “duty of care.” When property owners fail in this duty of care and someone suffers harm or injury, they can be held liable and accountable under Kentucky’s premises liability laws.
Examples of the types of premises liability and dangerous property claims our attorneys handle include:
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Dog bites and attacks
- Negligent security
- Swimming pool injuries
- Construction site injuries
The team at Wilt Injury Lawyers can discuss your claim in a personal and risk-free consultation.
Does your Louisville law firm handle defective product claims?
When you or a loved one suffer injury because of a dangerous, defective, or malfunctioning product, our attorneys can help. Defective products cause millions of consumers injuries every year – in fact, according to the National Safety Council (NSC), in 2021, 11.7 million Americans visited ERs for product-related injuries. This was a nearly seven percent jump from the previous year.
The NSC also notes, “Most of the injuries involve everyday products often assumed to be safe. Many of these injuries occur to our most vulnerable populations, older adults and young children. Common products such as televisions, household cleaning products, and even beds can pose risks.” Their top three dangerous products are:
- Stairs, ramps, landings, floors
- Beds, pillows, mattresses
- Chairs, sofas, sofa beds
Our Louisville product liability attorneys can help if you or a family member were harmed by any of these products, or defective drugs, medical devices, sporting goods, vehicle parts, and children’s products.
What other types of Louisville personal injury claims does your firm handle?
Here at Wilt Injury Lawyers, if you suffered harm and losses from the negligence or recklessness of another, our attorneys want to help. We offer legal representation in nearly all types of personal injury claims, including:
Car Accidents
Car accidents are one of the most common causes of serious injuries. Whether caused by distracted driving, speeding, or other forms of negligence, these accidents can have life-altering consequences. Our dedicated attorneys are here to help you navigate the legal process and secure the compensation you need to recover.
Slip & Fall
Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere, from grocery stores to private residences. These incidents can lead to severe injuries, and property owners may be held liable for failing to maintain safe environments. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall, our experienced legal team can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
Unsafe Premises
Negligent security, dog bites, pool-related injuries, slips and falls – all fall under the legal framework of “premises liability” claims. If you were hurt in a grocery store or in a private home, at an amusement park or in a place of business, we can help.
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“Ron and his team are absolutely outstanding. Very professional and diligent in the work they do. Ron is strong in what he brings to the table because he always prepares with the best intention for his client. On top of that he educated me in areas I may have not understood. I can truly say Ron fought for me as if I was his own family and I greatly appreciated that. I was always confident knowing I had Ron and his team on my side, everyone pulled together to make sure my experience with them was top-notch and nothing less. I would recommend to anyone, Wilt Injury Lawyers. They know how to handle business, and truly care for the well-being of their clients. Ron is truly family to me now, and I can’t thank him enough.
“Ron did much more than we expected and we will forever be in his debt for what he accomplished for our son. Ron is the first attorney that I ever met in my life that I actually respected or liked, and the word “liked” does not do justice for how I feel about his performance. His interest in my son’s case was above and beyond and we realize that his personal interest and concern in seeking justice for our son dictated his actions. I will always give Ron the highest recommendation and praise.”
How will my Louisville personal injury lawsuit work?
If you’re reading this, you likely have never been involved in any type of lawsuit before. Although every case is unique, most lawsuits follow a certain process. One thing to remember is that a personal injury lawsuit is a civil suit and not a criminal one. When a person or party breaks the law, the state files charges and handles prosecution. In a civil personal injury case, the victim (or plaintiff) sues for the damages and harm they suffered as a result of the negligence of the defendant.
Most personal injury lawsuits proceed in the following manner:
- Our attorneys serve a complaint to the defendant, or at-fault party
- The defendant or their counsel has a set period to answer the complaint
- Next, we conduct discovery, which is a request for evidence, documents, statements, etc.
- After discovery comes depositions, which is when all parties involved (including witnesses, doctors, and experts) make statements regarding the incident that resulted in your injuries
- Then, our attorneys conduct negotiations, where we work to reach a fair settlement before taking your case to trial
- If negotiations break down or fail, Wilt Injury Lawyers will take your case to trial and fight for maximum compensation for your losses
For more specific details and timelines, you can schedule a personal consultation with our Louisville personal injury attorneys to discuss the aspects of your unique claim.
What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Louisville?
Generally, in Kentucky plaintiffs have one year from the date of their injury to file a claim against the negligent party. (Note: with motor vehicle accidents, this statute of limitations is two years.)
This means the clock starts running the day you’re injured, or the day you are diagnosed with your injury, and expires one year later. In cases of birth injuries or other injuries to children, the statute of limitations begins when they turn 18 and expires one year later.
It’s important to understand if you fail to file your claim within the statute of limitations, the court will not hear your case. This is why it’s crucial to contact a Louisville personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after your accident.
Am I entitled to compensation for my Louisville personal injury claim?
The purpose of a civil lawsuit, or personal injury claim, is to both hold the wrongdoer accountable for their actions and to secure compensation for the losses you’ve incurred (and will incur) due to your injuries. We fight for maximum compensation for persons suffering from anything from compound fractures, internal hemorrhaging, subdermal hematomas and herniated discs, to traumatic brain injuries. The Louisville attorneys at Wilt Injury Lawyers work to secure compensation for:
- Ongoing medical care, including follow-up care, rehabilitative services, physical therapy and surgeries
- Lost wages and future loss of earning capacity, including obtaining long-term disability care
- Adaptive medical technology for those needing mobility aids
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional damages
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Punitive damages, if certain circumstances apply
Insurance companies often undervalue the cost of your medical care. We hold negligent parties and persons accountable. We work to obtain compensation for the full extent of your injuries.
Get help from the Louisville injury attorneys at Wilt Injury Lawyers
People with life-changing injuries often have to learn how to navigate the medical system in ways they never had to before. The learning curve is steep. Managing the legal system alongside managing the insurance and medical bills, and trying to heal is an overwhelming task. We are here to help.
When we take your case, we can:
- Fully investigate your accident – what caused it and who should be held accountable
- File all documents properly and on time
- Work in conjunction with your medical team and employers to determine the total scope of your losses
- Communicate and negotiate with insurance companies and opposing counsel on your behalf
- Support and stay in touch with you throughout the entire legal process
Our lawyers have decades of combined experience working in personal injury law both as attorneys and as claims investigators. We can negotiate for the maximum settlement possible. If the insurance companies will not provide fair compensation, we are not afraid to take them to court.
We invite you to reach out to us today to find out how we can assist you and your family.
Do you have personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys near me?
Wilt Injury Lawyers has offices in Louisville and Lexington: