Dettman Law is a personal injury law firm in Louisville, Kentucky, founded by attorney Brian Dettman. We handle car accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and more than 35 other injury practice areas across Kentucky and Indiana. The most common cases we see in Louisville are car accident injury cases, followed by slip and fall accidents and medical malpractice. Every practice area below links to an in-depth guide from Brian, plus the questions clients ask us most about that type of claim. Contact us today for a free consultation, or jump to the practice area quick links at the bottom of this page.
Cases We Handle
Each card links to an in-depth guide on that area of Kentucky injury law, and to the questions clients ask most often about that type of case.
Back Injuries
Louisville Back Injury Lawyer
What should I do if I have a back injury and it’s someone’s fault?
Bicycle Accidents
Louisville Bicycle Accident Lawyer
What should I do if I have a bicycle injury, and it’s someone’s fault?
Boating Accidents
Louisville Boating Accident Lawyer
What should I do if I am injured in a boating accident?
Brain Injuries
Louisville Brain Injury Lawyer
What should I do if I or someone I care for suffers a brain injury?
Burn Injuries
Louisville Burn Injury Lawyer
The value of a severe burn injury case can be substantial.
Children’s Injuries
Louisville Child Injury Lawyer
What can I do if my baby has brain damage from a birth injury?
Construction Accidents
Louisville Construction Accident Lawyer
What should I do if I am injured on the job or in a construction accident?
Dangerous Intersections
Louisville Intersection Accident Lawyer
Get legal help for accidents that happen at dangerous intersections in Louisville.
Day Care Injury
Louisville Day Care Injury Lawyer
You may be entitled to compensation if your child was injured due to day care negligence.
Delivery Service Injuries
Louisville Delivery Accident Lawyer
Can I sue a delivery or ride-sharing company if they are responsible for my injuries?
Distracted Driving Injury
Louisville Distracted Driving Lawyer
How many accidents are caused by distracted driving?
Drunk Driving
Louisville Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
If you have been hit by a drunk driver, you have a good chance of winning a lawsuit.
Elevator Accidents
Louisville Elevator Accident Lawyer
What are the different injuries and accidents involving elevators and escalators?
Insurance Bad Faith
Louisville Insurance Bad Faith Lawyer
Can you sue insurance companies for not paying out legitimate claims?
Medical Malpractice
Louisville Medical Malpractice Lawyer
What is the difference between medical malpractice and negligence?
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Louisville Car Accident Lawyer
What should I do if I am injured in a car accident?
Motorcycle Accident or Injury
Louisville Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
What should I do if I am hurt or injured in a motorcycle accident? Do I need a lawyer?
Motorcycle Wrongful Death
Louisville Motorcycle Wrongful Death Lawyer
What can I do if a loved one was killed in a motorcycle accident? Do I need a lawyer?
Nursing Home Abuse
Louisville Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
Can you sue a nursing home or elder care facility for personal injury or medical malpractice?
Pedestrian Accident
Louisville Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If a pedestrian is injured while walking, could the negligent party face a personal injury lawsuit?
Pinned / Crushed-Between Injuries
Louisville Crush Injury Lawyer
What should you do if you are crushed between two objects and the injury causes lasting pain?
Pool Injury
Louisville Pool Injury Lawyer
If you have been injured at a pool on someone else’s property, you may want to consult a lawyer.
Premises Liability
Louisville Premises Liability Lawyer
Who is liable if someone falls on a property owned by an individual or business?
Products Liability
Louisville Product Liability Lawyer
What is the most common cause of action in a product liability claim?
Security and Guard Misconduct
Louisville Negligent Security Lawyer
What are the different types of security officer and guard misconduct?
Sexual Abuse & Assault
Louisville Sexual Abuse Lawyer
Can I bring a civil claim for sexual abuse or assault in Kentucky?
Spinal Cord Injury
Louisville Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
A spinal cord injury causes loss of function such as mobility or feeling, often after a crash or fall.
Texting and Distracted Driving
Louisville Texting Accident Lawyer
If you have been hit by a driver who was texting, you have a good chance of winning a lawsuit.
Theme Park / Water Park
Louisville Theme Park Injury Lawyer
Many people are injured every year at theme parks, water parks, fairs, and amusement attractions.
Trucking Accidents
Louisville Truck Accident Lawyer
What should I do if I am injured in a trucking accident?
Workplace Injury
Louisville Workplace Injury Lawyer
There is a difference between workers’ compensation and negligence. We work on both aspects of your case.
Wrongful Death
Louisville Wrongful Death Lawyer
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, contact Dettman Law.
Louisville Personal Injury Lawyer
Individuals in Louisville, Kentucky face the risk of injury due to the recklessness, negligence, or intentional misconduct of others on a daily basis. As a personal injury lawyer in this locality, my purpose is to hold the at-fault parties accountable for the losses and damages they’ve inflicted.
In a significant number of cases, the victim would usually lodge a claim with the insurance company of the liable party in an effort to recover damages. These could encompass loss of earnings, medical expenses, emotional trauma, or even pain and suffering.
However, in instances where the insurance company attempts to either decline the claim or offers an insufficient settlement, this is where our role as personal injury attorneys becomes crucial. We can challenge the denial, negotiate a more reasonable payout, or even initiate a lawsuit in order to secure the highest possible compensation.
Why does this matter particularly for those living in Kentucky? Because each state has its own set of laws, regulations, and procedures surrounding personal injury cases. Kentucky’s statute of limitations, comparative fault rules, and no-fault motor vehicle system all shape what a claim is worth and how long you have to bring it. As experienced Kentucky personal injury lawyers, we understand the ins and outs of these regulations, and we are equipped to navigate the legal landscape of our state to best support and represent those who’ve suffered injury due to another’s wrongdoing.
Working With Dettman Law
How do I choose an injury lawyer?
Look for someone who handles the specific type of case you have, who has taken cases to verdict rather than settling everything, and who answers the phone when you call. Check reviews and directory ratings, but weigh trial experience more heavily. Most personal injury lawyers offer a free consultation — use it to gauge whether the lawyer explains things clearly and seems genuinely interested in your case.
What happens in a free case review?
We start with a short conversation about what happened. From there we look at the details — the circumstances of the incident, the nature and extent of your injuries, the treatment you’ve had or still need, and how the injury has affected your life. We then assess liability and any legal obstacles, and explain the options: negotiate with the at-fault party’s insurer, or file suit. The review is free and carries no obligation to hire us. Request a free case review.
What does it cost to pursue a case?
Nothing up front. We work on a contingency fee, which means we are paid only if we recover compensation for you. Beyond attorney fees there can be case costs — court filing fees, medical record charges, expert witness fees — and we will explain how those are handled before you sign anything. For a fuller breakdown, see how contingency fees work.